Our Origins
ORA Private Wealth was founded on a simple belief – that meaningful financial advice is built on clarity, trust and a shared vision.
While many firms rely on layers of teams and complex processes, we remain lean intentionally, so you always know exactly who you’re working with and why your success matters most.
Your ORA Team
Ben Snedeker
Principal Director
Ben Snedeker, Founder and Principal Director of ORA Private Wealth, is a seasoned financial adviser and wealth‑management professional based in Perth, Western Australia.
He brings extensive knowledge to his clients, having held senior advisory positions across respected private‑wealth and investment firms in Western Australia. His career spans investment advisory, private wealth management and executive leadership roles, giving him a broad and practical understanding of how to help clients build, protect and manage their wealth.
This practical experience is supported by a strong educational background, including professional qualifications such as a Bachelor of Commerce, a Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning, and a Master’s in Applied Finance and Investment.
Ben builds lasting relationships through customised solutions that address each client’s unique needs, integrating all aspects of financial advice. Working closely with individuals, families and business owners, his method emphasises clear, honest communication and dedication, focusing on clients’ personal goals first and then determining the financial objectives required to achieve those goals.
As part of a referral-only client community, Ben values expertise and social responsibility. He prioritises trust and transparency, and is committed to being a reliable partner in his clients’ financial journeys, helping them achieve their goals with confidence and peace of mind.
Outside of work, Ben is a dedicated family man who loves spending time with his wife, three children and his two dogs. He enjoys being outdoors, especially at the beach and on the water.
Ben is an active member of the community through his long-term involvement with Swanbourne-Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club, where he patrolled for 11 years and now plays an active role in the Nippers program. He also enjoys coaching his children’s sports, currently coaching four teams across multiple codes.
Sky Walker
Senior Associate
Sky Walker, Senior Associate is a seasoned investor and analyst with a career of over 20 years in wealth management in Perth.
In his previous role as Chief Investment Officer, for a leading wealth management practice, he held firm-wide responsibility for investment strategy, asset allocation, company and investment fund research, and oversight across diversified client portfolios. He served as a member of the Investment Committee with accountability for investment decisions, governance and risk management.
Sky brings rigorous independent thought to assessing investment options across the spectrum of asset classes and is experienced in bottom-up fundamental analysis of Australian and global equities and investment funds across a broad range of strategies.
Prior to transitioning to focused investment roles Sky was a Financial Adviser and experienced in developing complex strategy advice. He is working to gain re-authorisation for this. He has a Bachelor of Commerce from Curtin University and an existing Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning from Kaplan Professional.
Sky brings integrity and honesty to every engagement and considers these values sacrosanct.
While supporting Ora Private Wealth in providing high-quality service to its clients Sky also supports a family office.
Outside of work Sky spends his time with his two young daughters and wife and loves being a part of several local communities.
Michelle Went
Client Experience and Operations
Michelle Went is a finance admin professional also based in Perth, Western Australia, and a valued member of the team at ORA Private Wealth.
She holds a Bachelor of Finance and International Business from Edith Cowan University and brings over 25 years of experience across the financial services industry.
Michelle is known for her thorough, professional approach and her commitment to supporting clients. Her academic background and extensive industry experience enable her to contribute meaningfully within a private wealth advisory environment.
Our Approach
At ORA Private Wealth we prioritise trust, transparency and a comprehensive approach. Our bespoke services cater to each client’s unique needs, fostering enduring relationships.
As a privately owned business, we have no affiliations or third-party endorsements, ensuring that our recommendations are unbiased and not product-driven.
Clear, honest communication is central to our client commitment. We employ an integrated approach to financial advice, developing personalised strategies aligned with clients’ personal and financial objectives.
Our measure of success lies in the strength and longevity of our client relationships, supported by ongoing guidance and education.
Operating on a referral-only basis, we cultivate a close-knit community of clients who value our expertise. We are committed to social responsibility and client empowerment through education, nurturing strong client-advisor partnerships.
We are privileged to be a trusted partner in our clients’ financial journeys, assisting them in achieving their goals with confidence and peace of mind.
Our Values
