The People Behind Your Success
Our Expert Brokers
Farook Ketan
Founder & Director
Meet Farook: Your Trusted Partner for Financial Success and Well-being
Intelligent and truthful, Farook is a dependable professional who assists you in achieving your financial goals and be part of your financial wellbeing journey. At the heart of his approach is "client satisfaction".
Comprehensive Understanding and Expertise
Farook invests time in comprehending the financial needs and well-being of his clients. He undertakes extensive research to discover the most suitable financial solutions for his clients, ensuring the protection of their financial health. With over 18+ years of experience in banking and finance, having worked in Management, home Lending and Business Banking, servicing small to Medium businesses, experience with banks in Australia and New Zealand, Farook has previously owned his own businesses and has owned Franchised businesses such as Nandos and Gasoline Alley.
Beyond Finance: A Balanced Life
Farook has gained profound knowledge and extensive understanding of all types of loans, such as buying your First home, Next home, Investment property, Refinance, Medico Finance, Construction loans, Franchise Business, Commercial lending, Self-managed super fund (SMSF) Lending, and Asset Finance. Outside of work, Farook loves to spend time with Family and Friends and is passionate about traveling and exploring the outdoors.
Intelligent and truthful, Farook is a dependable professional who assists you in achieving your financial goals and be part of your financial wellbeing journey. At the heart of his approach is "client satisfaction".
Comprehensive Understanding and Expertise
Farook invests time in comprehending the financial needs and well-being of his clients. He undertakes extensive research to discover the most suitable financial solutions for his clients, ensuring the protection of their financial health. With over 18+ years of experience in banking and finance, having worked in Management, home Lending and Business Banking, servicing small to Medium businesses, experience with banks in Australia and New Zealand, Farook has previously owned his own businesses and has owned Franchised businesses such as Nandos and Gasoline Alley.
Beyond Finance: A Balanced Life
Farook has gained profound knowledge and extensive understanding of all types of loans, such as buying your First home, Next home, Investment property, Refinance, Medico Finance, Construction loans, Franchise Business, Commercial lending, Self-managed super fund (SMSF) Lending, and Asset Finance. Outside of work, Farook loves to spend time with Family and Friends and is passionate about traveling and exploring the outdoors.
Kieran Thomson
Business EF and Personal Lending
Meet Kieran Thomson: Business Partner Business EF and Personal Lending
Kieran Thomson is a vital member of our team, known for his unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and extensive banking experience. As an Equipment Finance Manager, Kieran specializes in providing tailored financial solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Professional Background
Before joining us, Kieran excelled as a Business Manager at a leading dealership, where he successfully managed finance options and aftermarket sales across multiple locations, consistently exceeding sales targets. His background as a Personal Banker at one of the Big Four banks equipped him with the skills to build deep, trusting relationships with clients, ensuring their financial needs are met with professionalism and care.
Kieran's Values & Leadership
Kieran's exceptional communication skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments make him an invaluable asset to our team. He is dedicated to fostering positive customer experiences and continually seeks ways to enhance processes for greater efficiency. With a "can-do" attitude and a strong focus on teamwork, Kieran motivates his colleagues and inspires them to achieve their best. We are proud to have Kieran on our team and look forward to the positive impact he will continue to make in our organization!
Kieran Thomson is a vital member of our team, known for his unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and extensive banking experience. As an Equipment Finance Manager, Kieran specializes in providing tailored financial solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Professional Background
Before joining us, Kieran excelled as a Business Manager at a leading dealership, where he successfully managed finance options and aftermarket sales across multiple locations, consistently exceeding sales targets. His background as a Personal Banker at one of the Big Four banks equipped him with the skills to build deep, trusting relationships with clients, ensuring their financial needs are met with professionalism and care.
Kieran's Values & Leadership
Kieran's exceptional communication skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments make him an invaluable asset to our team. He is dedicated to fostering positive customer experiences and continually seeks ways to enhance processes for greater efficiency. With a "can-do" attitude and a strong focus on teamwork, Kieran motivates his colleagues and inspires them to achieve their best. We are proud to have Kieran on our team and look forward to the positive impact he will continue to make in our organization!
Arafat
Business Partner Commercial and Private
Meet Arafat Chowdhury: Business Partner Commercial & Private.
With over 15 years of distinguished experience across Westpac Group, St.George Bank, and National Australia Bank, Arafat is a results-driven Business Banking Executive renowned for building high-performing teams, driving multi-million-dollar lending growth, and consistently delivering award-winning results.
Throughout his career, Arafat has transformed business banking operations, leading both direct and third-party teams to top national rankings and mentoring numerous bankers to achieve industry recognition. His expertise spans SME and Commercial banking, complex credit solutions, strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and business transformation. Known for his ability to develop innovative lending strategies and strengthen client relationships, Arafat combines commercial acumen with a commitment to delivering measurable outcomes for clients and organizations alike.
Outside of work, Arafat is passionate about fitness, enjoys exploring new destinations through travel, and values quality time with his family.
With over 15 years of distinguished experience across Westpac Group, St.George Bank, and National Australia Bank, Arafat is a results-driven Business Banking Executive renowned for building high-performing teams, driving multi-million-dollar lending growth, and consistently delivering award-winning results.
Throughout his career, Arafat has transformed business banking operations, leading both direct and third-party teams to top national rankings and mentoring numerous bankers to achieve industry recognition. His expertise spans SME and Commercial banking, complex credit solutions, strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and business transformation. Known for his ability to develop innovative lending strategies and strengthen client relationships, Arafat combines commercial acumen with a commitment to delivering measurable outcomes for clients and organizations alike.
Outside of work, Arafat is passionate about fitness, enjoys exploring new destinations through travel, and values quality time with his family.