David Gandolfo
CAFBA Certificate number: 15001
David Gandolfo studied Economics at La Trobe University before commencing his finance career in 1982.
As a Director of Quantum Business Finance, a delegate to the Australian Finance Conference, and National President of CAFBA, David Gandolfo is universally regarded as being at the top of his profession.
He is a regular guest speaker at training sessions held by industry associations, corporations and CPA discussion groups and is often called upon to provide commentary to legislators and media commentators.
His day to day practice lies principally in $500K+ client relationships, financing specialised equipment such as lasers, engineering plant, materials handling equipment and multimedia equipment where specific expertise is required to convey the equipment's attributes to a prospective lender. He also arranges Fleet Management and Novated Lease facilities for company motor vehicle fleets.
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Luke Silk
CAFBA Certificate number: 15003
With over 20 years practicing as a commercial finance broker, Luke Silk is regarded as one of Australia's most respected and well connected finance industry experts.
Luke has a very diverse client base and still loves the feeling of "making clients happy", working tirelessly to get the best deal for his clients. He is an expert in several fields including hospitality, printing, and building and more recently he has enjoyed great success in funding several McDonalds hamburger restaurant franchises.
He has very good relationships with accounting firms and suppliers of equipment to industry. He is a past president of AAFA (now CAFBA) and is a member of several sporting clubs. He is a golf enthusiast and can often be seen at Flemington race course trying to land a betting plunge on one of his thoroughbreds.
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Email: david.g@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1150
Mobile: 0412 571 500
Executive Assistant: Jackie Aston
Email: jackie.a@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1151
Mobile: 0422 637 919
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Email: luke.s@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1188
Mobile: 0418 364 252
Executive Assistant: Carla Reynolds
Email: carla.r@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1177
Mobile: 0410 533 680
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Mark Whitla
CAFBA Certificate number: 15004
After completing a degree at the University of Melbourne Mark spent six years in credit and relationship management positions with Westpac and BankWest in business banking and equipment finance areas while completing a post-graduate diploma in Applied Finance and Investment.
Mark's broking practice was established in 2000, aimed squarely at the heavy equipment and construction industries, for which he established the firm of Heavy Equipment Finance Aust Pty Ltd in 2005.
Marks clients are located in construction regions all over Australia, and are typically involved in the mining, quarrying, construction, demolition, earthmoving, recycling, civil contracting, and crane hire industries.
Mark is an active member of various industry bodies, including the Civil Contractors Federation (CCF), The Institute of Quarrying (IQA), the Crane Industry Council of Australia, the Demolition Contractors Association of Victoria (DCAV) and the Construction Material Processors Association (CMPA) having previously served as secretary on the associates' committee.
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John Bodna
CAFBA Certificate number: 15002
John has been in the financial services industry for 15 years.
After graduating with a Monash University Commerce degree, John commenced on BMW Australia's Graduate Training Program. After this he was the Finance Manager at their flagship dealership BMW Melbourne for 8 years during which time he won BMW's national finance dealer of the year award 3 times and finished runner-up twice.
For the last 6 years John has been a commercial asset finance broker. John enjoys dealing with a loyal and ever expanding client base across a broad range of industries. He prides himself on his knowledge, service and professionalism.
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Email: mark.w@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1155
Mobile: 0402 028 733
Executive Assistant: Wendy Brown
Email: wendy.b@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1145
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Email: john.b@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1122
Mobile: 0403 138 881
Executive Assistant: Julie Elms
Email: julie.e@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1140
Mobile: 0413 518 247
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Peter McAdam
CAFBA Certificate number: 15009
Peter McAdam commenced life as a "Lease Broker" in July 1974. Since then many hundreds of transactions have been successfully completed, being rewarding for both the client and financier.
Peter is recognised nationally as an expert in the financing of medical equipment and pharmacy fit-outs, as well as water vessels and works of art.
Having been in this business for a long time, clients problems with their normal sources of funds can be quickly overcome, and quick professional service with great back up is guaranteed.
Peter is a former President of the Australian Asset Finance Association, now CAFBA.
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Tony Height
CAFBA Certificate number: 15007
Tony Height is a qualified Accountant but has practised as a professional equipment finance broker since 1984. He is a very personal broker and likes to maintain an ongoing relationship with all his corporate and professional clients.
Tony's passion is cars, which form a large part of his business - particularly Novated Leases in the advertising and computer industries. Tony has up to date information on the best finance options for your car or packaging for your staff vehicles.
Over the last ten years Tony has grown the equipment finance side of his business, particularly in the Automotive and Stonemasonry Industry. Tony has a close relationship with CDK Stone Pty Ltd one of Australia's largest equipment suppliers to the Stonemasonry Industry.
Tony travels throughout Australia and New Zealand visiting current and meeting new clients. Tony is a long serving past Treasurer of Australia's peak Commercial Finance Broking Association CAFBA.
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Email: peter.m@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1144
Mobile: 0418 310 154
Executive Assistant: Anita Ognenovska
Email: anita.o@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1147
Mobile: 0425 810 276
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Email: tony.h@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1199
Mobile: 0418 320 888
Executive Assistant: Julie Elms
Email: julie.e@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1140
Mobile: 0413 518 247
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Jim Lambrou
CAFBA Certificate number: 15005
Upon completion of his Diploma in Computer Science in 1983, Jim commenced his finance career with AGC Commercial, (now Westpac Equipment Finance).
Having gained widespread knowledge and experience in all aspects of commercial lending during his 15 years with AGC, Jim established his own Finance Broking business and has continued to work closely with his clients and industry suppliers to provide a professional level of service.
In recent years Jim's focus has been in supporting the construction and transport logistics industries and is a proud member of key bodies CICA, HRIA and EWPA.
Jim is also the principal of NATIONAL CRANE & ACCESS FINANCE.
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Paul Drummond
CAFBA Certificate number: 15012
Paul Drummond's finance career commenced in 1965, starting work in fire and general insurance.
A native Queenslander, Paul initially moved to Gippsland and has been based in Melbourne for over 30 years, holding key Executive roles with AGC Ltd, now a division of Westpac.
Since 1982 Paul has operated his Equipment Finance Broking practice specialising in the car and truck rental industry, with clients in every region of Australia. Clients include several Hertz, Europcar and Budget franchisees, and Paul has developed unique financing programs and back office systems which have made him Australia's most successful operator in this most demanding area of commercial finance.
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Email: jim.l@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1133
Mobile: 0413 022 604
Executive Assistant: Audrey Rose
Email: audrey.r@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1134
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Email: paul.d@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1100
Mobile: 0409 422 003
Executive Assistant: Kerry Drummond
Email: kerry.d@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1136
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Jonathon Moloney
CAFBA Certificate number: 15010
Jonathon entered the finance broking profession following studies in business and commercial aviation.
Initially an Executive Assistant to the managing director of a broking house, Jonathon has been practising in his own right since 2001.
With a broad range of industry experience, Jonathon specializes in Aircraft Finance, Motor vehicle leasing and Novated leasing, small trucks and construction equipment.
With an active involvement in corporate aviation and general charter, Jonathon is well placed to effectively communicate the specific requirements of aviation transactions to our lenders.
Jonathon holds a commercial pilots licence with a multi engine instrument rating and endorsements on many light piston twins as well as the Cessna Citation and Lear 35 types. He is an active seaplane pilot and aircraft owner.
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Hamish Cormack
CAFBA Certificate number: 15006
Hamish Cormack has a great ability to deal with people and get a complete understanding of his clients needs. His finance experience, hands on approach and early career in the Western Australian tuna industry make Hamish an ideal contact for all your equipment and marine requirements. You won't find Hamish spending to much time in the office because he would much rather be out in the field with his clients understanding how their industry and machinery works.
Over the last 5 years, Hamish has also gained a thorough understanding of the vehicle finance industry through his role as a business manager for Lance Dixon Prestige. This role enabled Hamish to develop strong working relationships with a wide range of financiers ensuring smooth and efficient transactions for his clients.
Hamish understands the needs of both his clients and those of the financier. This unique perspective assists in developing positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
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Email: jon.m@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1167
Mobile: 0408 727 827
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Email: hamish.c@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1157
Mobile: 0410 654 045
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Grant Wooldridge
CAFBA Certificate number: 15011
Grant has worked in the banking, finance & investment industries for 18 years, including the ANZ, CBA, Suncorp and as a partner of a large private broking firm. Grant has specialised in the equipment finance industry for over 10 years.
Grant has also had a variety of jobs and interests outside of banking & finance, and this variety has provided good exposure and experience dealing with all sorts of people and industries.
Dealing with people of all backgrounds is what inspires Grant to be in the broking industry - as everyone has an individual story to tell and a unique set of requirements.
Grant deals with all industries, and receives referrals from a number of accounting firms to source the best product & solution for their clients.
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Gordon Harten
CAFBA Certificate number: 15013
Gordon Harten understands that Finance broking is all about relationships. It's about earning the trust of your clients by always giving them great service and by getting them the right deal for their finance needs. "My clients know that I have an understanding of their business and that I can quickly achieve the desired result for each of them". Contrast that with ringing a banking institution and going through the call centre maze, or trying to get a business banker to ring you back.
Gordon is based in Geelong, but over the last decade has developed many clients from all over Australia who enjoy the personal service that he and his assistant, Sue, can deliver.
Gordon arranges finance for all motor and commercial vehicles, farming equipment, industrial machinery and office related equipment. He is also able to negotiate and arrange the funding of commercial and residential property purchases.
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Email: grant.w@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 9006 1138
Mobile: 0418 141 538
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Email: gordon.h@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 5243 6399
Mobile: 0408 656 188
Executive Assistant: Sue Dickson
Email: sue.d@quantumbusiness.com.au
Phone: +61 3 5243 6399
Mobile: 0425 782 960
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