Meet Our Exceptional Team
Ray Dib
PRINCIPAL & FINANCE ENGINEER
Dip FMBM LREA
Australian Credit Licence No: 469024
Having been a self-employed business owner since 1988 and in finance since 2004, Ray has extensive experience in finance, lending and investment portfolio structure. Ray understands the needs of a business and thinks ‘outside the box’ when appraising finance for his clients, resulting in an extremely high success rate and better customer outcomes. This and his signature loan structure diagram software have him being referred clients from around the globe.
Ray is friendly, customer service focussed and speaks in layman’s terms, which clients appreciate. He has been a regular guest speaker at conferences for various property investment groups and has written articles for various property investor magazines.
0421 621 028
Eghard van der Hoven
ACCREDITED FINANCE BROKER
Dip FMBM MEcon
Credit Rep. No: 458583
Providing our clients with over 3 decades of experience, a wealth of knowledge in the financial services sector and access to a vast network of Australian lenders (traditional and the non-conforming), Eghard can offer solutions you may not have considered before.
Eghard is highly professional, customer service focussed and really knows his stuff. He proudly boasts of many repeat clients, from sole traders to large companies, who confidently return time and time again, and happily recommend his services.
0409 881 817
Marco Ursi
Mortgage Broker & Finance Engineer
Dip FP, Cert IV F&MB
Credit Rep. No: 519240
Marco’s finance journey began in 2017 having achieved a diploma in Financial Planning and he soon found this to be his calling.
Marco understands that every client has unique needs, drawing upon his experience of working with people from a variety of cultures across 3 countries in 3 different industries over 20+ years.
Marco has vast experience in property procurement, investment and sales spanning 20 years, so he really understands the challenges investors face while trying to grow their portfolios. He has a unique passion and desire to want truly help everyone he deals with and this is evident from the moment you meet him.
0472 667 318
Paul Downey
MORTGAGE BROKER
Dip FMBM LREA
Credit Rep. No: 520672
Paul began his career with one of the major banks in the late 80’s and has been in the finance and construction industries ever since.
He prides himself on providing professional, ethical and honest advice with a very high level of customer service. Whether you are purchasing a new home or car, consolidating and refinancing an existing mortgage, requiring business or equipment finance, Paul works hard to understand your full financial picture to get you the best finance solution for today and into the future.
Highly knowledgeable on bank lending practices and the most up to date finance offers, Paul is passionate about looking beyond the obvious to get the best outcome for his clients. His goal is to make the lending process easier, more efficient and less stressful for his clients.
0419 673 828
Joshua Oates
FINANCE ENGINEER
Cert IV F&MB
Credit Rep. No: 531372
A passionate and enthusiastic Gold Coast local, Joshua believes that the best mortgage brokers are, like him, well rounded, with broad life experience that stretches beyond just the scope of finance credentials. Wise beyond his years, he prides himself on being a genuine people person, understanding real-world issues and needs.
Joshua is a creative, kind soul with a life-long passion for drumming (the drummer in the band Jeenie). After leaving The Southport School, he completed a Bachelor of Business and Journalism at UQ before becoming a classic Italian trained, qualified chef. With his innate ability to switch from right-brain creativity to left-brain analytical thinking, Joshua seamlessly transitioned from cooking to mortgage broking, obtaining a Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking – and he excels at it!
His personable demeanour combined with lateral thinking has allowed him to unlock his clients’ true ethos and goals whilst assessing their financial positions, leading to more satisfying outcomes for existing clients and new.
0458 191 594
David Freeman
MORTGAGE & FINANCE BROKER
Dip FP, Dip FMBM
Credit Rep. No: 450335
Australian Credit Licence No: 469024
David Freeman is a full accredited member of the Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA). The FBAA is a peak industry body that provides a strict code of practice that finance professionals must adhere to.
David is a qualified financial services professional (since 2005) and has previous experience employed by accounting firms to offer financial planning and finance services to clients. David’s qualifications include a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and a Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management.
David is a highly experienced, honest, reliable, and qualified finance professional. He is passionate about helping his clients gain financial literacy and ensure they can achieve their finance goals.
0451 485 540
Rebecca Roy
Mortgage & Finance Broker
Cert IV Bus, Dip FMBM, JP(Qual)
Credit Rep. No: 469024
With over 24 years of experience in the banking industry, including roles as a Senior Branch Manager, Lending Manager, and Customer Service Specialist, Bec is a seasoned professional based in North Queensland. Throughout her career with leading institutions such as the Commonwealth Bank, Bendigo Bank, Auswide Bank, and National Australia Bank, she has been recognised with multiple service awards for her unwavering dedication to her customers.
Bec’s diverse experience has equipped her with extensive lending knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to adapt in an ever-changing environment. Her specialties encompass all areas of residential and business lending, with a strong emphasis on building long-term relationships and helping customers achieve their financial goals.
0439 049 570
Ashley Berry
Mortgage & Finance Broker
Dip FMBM MBA BBS BSc
Credit Rep. No: 564373
Ashley is a certified mortgage broker with over 30 years of experience in business ownership, senior business management, commerce, asset management, and business processes. With a strong background in buying and selling businesses, commercial properties, and residential properties for investment and owner-occupancy, Ashley’s mortgage brokering success is rooted in extensive industry knowledge, personalised care, integrity, and financial expertise. This allows Ashley to secure the best mortgage deals while guiding clients through every step of the process, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience from start to finish.
Beyond work, Ashley has a deep commitment to supporting the community. Over the years, Ashley has fostered more than 70 children and assisted elderly individuals with their financial matters. Additionally, Ashley has chaired and served on various boards, always working towards the betterment of the community.
0430 611 833
Nicky
ADMINISTRATION & ACCOUNTS
Starting off her career in the banking industry, Nicky has a strong background working in money, finance and office administration roles. Nicky has exceptional administrative skills and has been applying her expertise to Switch Finance since 2005. In her role she offers excellent organisational and logistical support for the entire Switch Finance team.
07 5532 0030
Dan Oates
CLIENT SERVICES SUPPORT & COMPLIANCE OFFICER
BCom (Economics & Finance)
Dan is a graduate of Griffith University holding a bachelor’s degree in Commerce, majoring in Economics and Finance. With experience working for the Gold Coast Titans Consumer Business Team, he knows the importance of meeting clients’ needs and the value of exceptional customer service. In Dan’s role, he offers attention to detail, organisational skills, and a friendly approach to any client. While new to the Finance Industry, Dan is a keen learner and will be working with astute personnel within the business to progress his career.
Jonathan Tanttari
CLIENT SERVICES SUPPORT
Jonathan embarked on his professional journey in 2022, commencing his career within the industry at a small family business in Sydney. Seeking proximity to his hometown of Ballina, NSW in 2023, he made the decision to relocate with his wife & son, which ultimately led him to integrate into the Switch Finance family on the Gold Coast.
Driven by a genuine passion for assisting individuals in achieving their financial and real estate aspirations, Jonathan approaches his work with dedication and empathy. He is deeply committed to continuous learning and growth within the finance and mortgage broking domain, constantly seeking opportunities to expand his expertise.
Jonathan’s approach to his work is marked by a blend of focus, professionalism, and meticulous organization. These attributes, instilled in him by his father and honed through his experiences in the Pro Audio and Visual industry over the past three years, form the cornerstone of his professional ethos.
Elcid
SENIOR LOANS PROCESSOR
Elcid supports the team with meeting the client’s business needs. Elcid attained a Diploma in Computer Science and is equipped with a strong background in Information Technology.
Having almost a decade of experience in Sales and in the BPO industry, Elcid inherently understands that the customer is the single most valuable asset an organization can have, and is driven by unrelenting pursuit of customer-driven focus, ideals and user experience.
Angie
Loans PROCESSING SUPPORT
BSBA
Angie brings 3+ decades of valuable experience in all facets of accounting and administration from numerous senior roles ranging from Accounting Analyst to Accountant, spanning multiple industries, from small businesses to large multinational corporations. In addition to a Bachelor of Science in Business Admin (Accounting), she trained in Compliance, Corporate Governance and Taxation, and Signature Analysis and Forgery Detection. Angie has wide-ranging expertise and a comprehensive understanding of business transaction intricacies, ensuring close attention to detail and efficient work practices.
Lemuel
LOANS PROCESSing support
BCompSc
Lemuel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. He’s been handling Inventory Analytics and Management in the shipping and logistics industry since 2007. In his role as Warehouse Supervisor (for one of the largest inter-island movers of passengers and cargo in the Philippines), Lemuel was responsible for Inventory Management Distribution with a team of 13 employees. He was also the 2IC Safety Officer. His experience in data processing, analytics and reporting makes him a valued addition to the Switch Finance team.
Emilie
LOANS PROCESSING SUPPORT
BSc (Mathematics & Computer Applications)
Emilie, a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a minor in computer applications, brings a strong academic foundation in mathematical principles and computer applications. With 15 years of experience in shipping documentations, logistics coordination, and finance operations supervision, including a supervisory role overseeing a team of 20 full-time staff members, Emilie has gained valuable insights into diverse cultural perspectives and innovative work practices through collaboration with global clients. Her comprehensive training in Lean Six Sigma methodology has further enhanced her expertise in process improvement. Emilie takes pride in efficiently accomplishing tasks within deadlines and specializes in project management, finance, and process improvement.
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