Vanessa Bamford

Director & Strategic Advisor

You’ll most likely meet Vanessa during your strategic sessions. She leads all advisory direction at VBA, working closely with clients on big-picture goals and high-level decision-making.

Her unique approach has shaped the entire team’s mindset—and ensures that no matter who you’re working with, the experience feels seamless and considered.

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Jelly Ann Barbadillo

Team Leader & Client Finance Assistant

Jelly Ann supports our broader finance team across the Philippines and ensures everything runs like clockwork. If she’s involved in your work, it’s a guarantee it’s being triple-checked.

When she’s not deep in the numbers, Jelly loves hiking and camping in the mountains.

Jess Borbdalba

Team Leader & Client Finance Assistant

Jess is one of the friendly faces supporting the day-to-day behind your numbers. She supports the day-to-day flow of your numbers, helping keep your books tidy, your reports accurate, and everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

When Jess isn't working, you’ll usually find her watching travel vlogs on YouTube—dreaming up her next adventure and exploring the world one video at a time.

Antonette Perales

Client Finance Assistant

Antonette supports day-to-day finance operations behind the scenes. She works with precision, care, and a steady hand on all things data and delivery.

When Antonette isn't working, you’ll usually find her singing karaoke or swimming in the sea during weekend trips to the province. On weekdays in the city, she's more likely unwinding in bed with a good movie!

kayla russel

Strategic Advisor

If you’ve booked a call with VBA, Kayla will likely be the first face you see. She leads our initial connection calls—getting to know your business, goals, and what support you really need. She also plays a key role in ongoing financial performance and strategic reviews.

When Kayla isn’t guiding clients through the reins of their business, she enjoys riding her own horses or spending quality time with her husband and daughter.

SARAH STILES

Client Finance Manager

Sarah is your go-to for anything bookkeeping, payroll, or accounts-related. She ensures everything is accurate, efficient, and stress-free- and is always ready to jump in with practical solutions and guidance.

Sarah is also a crazy dance mum, so when she's not cheering on our clients, she's cheering on her daughter from the sidelines!

emily knox

Talent & Culture Co-ordinator

Emily is passionate about supporting the well-being of the VBA team and enhancing employee engagement through cultural initiatives.

When Emily isn't working on the VBA culture, you'll find her working on her 16-acre property in the Adelaide Hills with her husband and two children.

Our people

Strategic. Supportive. Human.

the team behind the strategy

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At Vision Beyond Advisory, we’re more than just a business advisory firm, we’re a team of real people who care deeply about your success. Each team member brings their own flavour of expertise, but what ties us all together is the VBA approach, strategic, values-led, and shaped by founder Vanessa Bamford’s belief that good financial advice starts with strong relationships.

We know “accountant” can feel intimidating. That’s why our team is trained to make the complex feel simple, the spreadsheets less scary, and the strategy feel achievable. Whether we’re in your inbox, leading a Zoom call, or quietly working behind the scenes, you’ll always feel supported, understood, and backed by people who genuinely give a damn.

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