Headquarters:

4/100 Havelock St, West Perth, WA 6005

Year founded:

1994

Number of employees:

70+

Phone:

08 9420 7888

Email:

info@afghomeloans.com.au

Website:

afghomeloans.com.au

LinkedIn:

au.linkedin.com/company/afg-home-loans

“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”

Erica Kofie, QBE

David Bailey

Chief Executive Officer

Lisa Bevan

Chief Operating Officer

Luca Pietropiccolo

Chief Financial Officer

Leadership

David Bailey is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand and also a fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia, with over 25 years of professional experience. He has been with AFG for over 12 years. Upon graduating from university, Bailey entered the chartered accounting profession, where he stayed until 2000, when he took on his first senior role in commerce. In 2004, Bailey joined AFG as chief financial officer and took on responsibility for the finance operations of the AFG group as a whole, together with AFG’s securitisation business. In 2015, he was appointed to the role of chief operating officer. In 2017, he was appointed to the role of CEO, responsible for strategy, corporate governance, and driving future growth. Bailey has been a member of the Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) for over two decades and also sits on the WACA board.

Chief Executive Officer

David Bailey

Lisa Bevan joined AFG in 1998 as a financial controller. She was appointed company secretary in 2001. Prior to joining AFG, she worked in the chartered accounting profession. In her role as company secretary, Bevan is responsible for managing AFG’s secretariat, compliance, governance and risk management programs. She also oversees the legal and human resources functions. Bevan is a chartered accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree. She has completed her Diploma of Corporate Governance with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries.

Chief Operating Officer

Lisa Bevan

Chief Financial Officer

Luca Pietropiccolo

Erica Kofie, QBE

“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”

Erica Kofie, QBE

Leadership

“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”

Erica Kofie, QBE

Leadership

Michelle Palethorpe

Company Secretary and General Counsel

Michelle Palethorpe

Damian Percy

General Manager, Securitisation

Damian Percy is a creative, lateral-thinking and outcomes-driven senior leader with over 20 years of experience in financial services and a deep and broad understanding of the Australian home loan market. He is a highly respected commentator and advisor to the industry, with practical expertise across all facets of the sector, including distribution, operations, product design, technology and regulation. Percy understands that, ultimately, all business is problem-solving, and he applies his rare blend of industry expertise and innovative thinking to build strong businesses and great customer outcomes. Percy is a past director and fellow of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia, holds degrees in arts and law and was a founding member of the nation’s leading Elvis parody act between 1992 and 2004.

General Manager, Securitisation

Damian Percy

AFG Home Loans has been around for over a quarter of a century as part of the ASX-listed Australian Finance Group (AFG). The company offers a diverse array of home loans from a panel of reputable funders, including NAB, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, Pepper Money, and Brighten, along with a selection of custom-built products funded by AFG Securities. AFG Home Loans has competitively priced loans with features suitable for many borrower types, from self-employed (PAYG) to investors and owner-occupier customers. It has curated and built a range of products to suit almost everyone. Behind AFG Home Loans’ products lies a dedicated team of locally based individuals who are passionate about understanding the needs of brokers’ customers. Despite being a smaller player in the grand scheme of things, the company possesses agility and the ability to move swiftly. Supported by some of the largest players in the market, customers can rest assured that they are in capable hands.

“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”

Erica Kofie, QBE

Tony Bird

Chief Risk Officer

Mark Hewitt

General Manager, Industry and Partnership Development

Brad Wearn

Chief Technology Officer

Simon Williams

Chief Strategy & Distribution Officer, Arch Insurance International and Active Underwriter, Syndicate 1955

Tony Bird has been working in the banking and finance industry for 25 years, predominantly in credit risk, collections and portfolio management. His strength is bringing creative, data-driven solutions to safely grow retail portfolios. He develops strong relationships with internal and external partners to maximise profit after capital charges. Bird’s management style is collaborative and focused on achieving ambitious targets.

Chief Risk Officer

Tony Bird

Mark Hewitt has a wealth of knowledge and industry experience, with 40 years of experience in financial services. He is a member of the executive team at aggregator Australian Finance Group (AFG), which he joined in 2006 as general manager of broker and residential and is currently AFG’s general manager of industry and partnership development. Prior to joining AFG, Hewitt spent 20 years with ANZ, including four years in ANZ’s third-party distribution area, and later became national manager of key broker relationships. He has also recently been co-chair of the Combined Industry Forum and has played a key role in the industry reform process. Hewitt’s significant skills encompass operations, communications, relationship management, credit management, asset finance, human resources, contract and sponsorship negotiation, and sales. He was named on the MPA’s Global Mortgage 100 list in both 2020 and 2021. He is also a director of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA), Think Tank Group and Mortgage Processing Services.

General Manager, Industry and Partnership Development

Mark Hewitt

Brad Wearn, serving as the chief technology officer, brings extensive expertise and forward-thinking approaches to the evolving landscape of IT services procurement and management. With a keen eye on industry trends and organisational needs, he recognises the shift toward purchasing IT capabilities “as a service,” acknowledging both its agility and potential security risks. In his role, Wearn navigates the challenges posed by “shadow IT” and the impact it can have on organizational spending and security. Embracing an IT delivery model focused on flexibility and efficiency, he champions the adoption of “as a service” platforms. This approach ensures transparency in usage and enables the implementation of necessary controls to safeguard critical data and systems. By spearheading this transformation, Wearn moves away from defending a large IT budget toward facilitating the adoption of tailored technology solutions aligned with evolving business needs. With an unwavering commitment to driving innovation and maximizing value, he sees himself at the forefront of an exciting journey as a CIO, navigating the ever-changing landscape of technology with enthusiasm and expertise.

Chief Technology Officer

Brad Wearn

Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.

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Kimi Shah

Partner

Kimi Shah

Partner

Kimi Shah

“Despite the challenging claims environment, QBE’s coverage and risk appetite have remained consistent. Brokers and customers know and understand our risk appetite and the cover we offer, providing them with certainty for the future,” says Erica Kofie, head of cyber proposition. “We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions.” Kofie adds, “Through 2022, QBE successfully delivered significant growth in the cyber sector, reflecting the depth and strength of our team. We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations.”

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