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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nicole Salamaga is a finance expert with seven years of experience in the non-bank lending space. Her extensive expertise enables her to drive success for brokers by delivering fast and simple loan solutions that ensure reliable and impactful outcomes for their clients.

Known for her strong commitment to broker success, Nicole consistently goes above and beyond to provide exceptional support, making her a trusted partner for every deal.

Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, weekends away, water sports on the river, fishing, and creating special memories with her two young children.

Alaina Galloway is a dedicated professional with extensive experience at Macquarie Bank, Toyota Finance, and Medfin Finance. Known for her determination and organisational skills, she excels at building trusted relationships with brokers and delivering solutions-driven outcomes that support their clients’ success.

Her reliable approach and commitment to finding the right solutions set her apart, making her a trusted partner for brokers looking to navigate complex scenarios with confidence.

Outside of work, Alaina is a passionate supporter of the Essendon Bombers and enjoys swimming, dancing, and soaking up the vibrant coastal lifestyle.