Meet the BDMs
Our industry experts are here to help.
We pride ourselves on findings solutions when others can’t.
Our team of BDMs are no-nonsense, results-driven, rapid-response individuals who keep their promises and go above and beyond to get things done.
Oliver Porter
Business Development Manager (NSW)With over nine years of experience in the finance industry, Oliver brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. His career spans both bank and non-bank lending, with a strong focus on business development, relationship management, and loan assessment.
Recently, Oliver excelled as a Business Development Manager at Octopus Real Estate, a prominent UK non-bank lender. Prior to this, he honed his skills as an Account Manager at Shawbrook Bank. Oliver’s dedication to helping brokers navigate from approval to settlement showcases his passion for client success.
Outside of his professional life, Oli enjoys watching sports and playing rugby. He also loves traveling and catching up with friends.
Isaiah Tait
Business Development Manager (NSW)Isaiah brings an impressive 17-year career in banking and finance, with 16 years dedicated to working with brokers. He has spent 13 years as a Business Development Manager in companies such as NAB, St. George, MyState Bank, and Finstreet. Isaiah excels in problem-solving, communication, and training, leveraging his extensive experience to secure fast approvals.
Isaiah’s distinctive approach involves building strong broker relationships through quick responses, transparent cost breakdowns, and clear communication of next steps. His unique ability to navigate complex lending scenarios sets him apart in the industry.
Outside of work, Isaiah enjoys watching Rugby Union, passionately supporting the All Blacks. He also loves playing basketball with his kids, making the most of his time with family.
Moe Arafat
Business Development Manager (Vic)Moe Arafat is an expressive and solution-driven Business Development Manager with over 15 years of sales experience, most recently in finance at Assetline Capital and Corpay. Moe’s background as a former broker gives him unique insights into the challenges brokers face, making him exceptionally adept at finding tailored solutions. With his exceptional rapport-building skills and dedication to problem-solving. Moe’s tenacity and commitment ensures he is always present to support his brokers.
When he’s not helping brokers succeed, Moe enjoys playing soccer, boxing, and cheering on the mighty Swans.
Michael Ierardo
Business Development Manager (NSW)With over 15 years experience in the industry, you would be hard-pressed to find a more committed BDM than Michael Ierardo. Michael started broking before transitioning to the non-bank lending space, bringing extensive expertise and knowledge that enables him to go above and beyond for his brokers.
He has worked as a BDM for Vado Private and as the Head of Finance at DG Institute. He is renowned for his broker-centric approach, effortlessly building strong relationships and delivering customised solutions that meets their client’s needs. His ability to connect with new brokers and make the experience enjoyable sets him apart.
Outside of work, Michael enjoys staying active with gym sessions, professional boxing, coastal walks, and long motorcycle rides.
Travis Henderson
Business Development Manager (NSW)Travis’s core skills are in asset-backed lending. His 15 years of experience working with leading commercial lenders in Canada and Australia puts him in a strong position to provide customised solutions to our brokers and their clients in small and medium-sized enterprises. Travis has worked with clients from industries as diverse as construction, forestry, transportation and mining, with specialisation in heavy equipment finance. He is adept at territory management, credit analysis and problem-solving. As a Business Development Manager at Macquarie Group, he grew his broker portfolio to become the top volume producer within the aggregator division. Travis is from Canada’s British Columbia, where he started his career as a commercial pilot.
Christie Bischoff
Business Development Manager (Qld)Christie loves working with people and spent the past 20 years at Virgin Australia, mostly in customer service roles. Most recently, she was Inflight Projects and Engagement Manager, with responsibility for driving service performance among crew members and carrying out strategic initiatives at an operational level. Her experience in project and people management makes her highly effective in leading and training teams and resolving conflicts. For Christie, providing excellent customer service is a passion, and she loves to build lasting relationships with Prime’s broker partners and their clients. Christie is a Bachelor of Business graduate and likes to stay fit by attending spin and Pilates classes. On weekends, she enjoys watching documentaries and the National Rugby League.
Mitchell Whitehead
Business Development Manager (NSW)Mitch brings a diverse skill set to the Prime Capital team. He got his start in the sporting industry as an account manager for a prominent AFL club. Mitch then moved into a sales role in financial services and never looked back. His clear and concise communication style, coupled with his strong attention to detail, makes him an excellent problem solver for complex scenarios.Outside of work, Mitch stays active by playing sports, traveling, camping, and cheering on the Tigers. His favourite way to unwind is enjoying a cold beer on a warm, sunny day.
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