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“Westfield Specialty and I have been trying to make sure we are opportunistic in the marketplace and that has allowed us to grow profitably and create a broader and more diversified portfolio”
Jack Kuhn
Westfield Specialty
Laura Metelovski, a finance broker at GA Finance since July 2022, has carved a notable niche in the mortgage broking industry, with her journey distinguished by outstanding achievements from October 2022 to September 2023.
During this period, Metelovski successfully settled loans totalling $40,728,316, achieving an impressive conversion rate of 72%. Commencing her accredited broker journey in July 2022, she has dedicated herself to ensuring GA Finance clients not only secure suitable home loans but also receive comprehensive financial education throughout the process. A notable accomplishment includes assisting a struggling family, guiding them through a simultaneous settlement and earning a positive Google review.
Her ascent from an administrative role to becoming GA Finance’s largest loan writer underscores Metelovski’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Currently holding a diploma in mortgage broking and a CERT IV in finance and mortgage broking, she demonstrates a commitment to self-generated leads and is poised for continued success and growth in the industry.
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Laura Metelovski
Finance and Lending Specialist
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“The biggest challenge is getting everyone comfortable with the pace that I’m looking for to drive our buildout and growth. How I deal with it is by being open and transparent, and responsive to questions or concerns”
Jack Kuhn
Westfield Specialty
2021
2024
2021
2022
2023
Started as an admin support officer with no prior lending or finance experience in February
Interest in broking started during COVID-19 and decided to sign up for her CERT VI in finance and mortgage broking in June
Completed the certification promptly and soon after started parabroking in December, sat in on all appointments, completed servicing and helped prepare lending options
2021
Finalist for the Better Business Awards – New Broker of the Year
Recognised as one of MPA’s Rising Stars
2024
Sales Manager at Audi Centre Canberra
Credit Analyst at Loan Market Canberra
2021
Mortgage Broker at Loan Market Canberra
Ray White Canberra’s “Success” Value Award
2022
Top 10 Ray White Settlements International (8th)
2023
Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
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Aug 2022
Milestones
Sept 2021
Feb 2022
Apr 2022
Jul 2022
Aug
2022
Suncorp Bank introduces Solar Home Bonus offer for customers who are choosing renewable energy for their homes
Sept 2021
Month-on-month market share growth commences
Feb 2022
Suncorp Bank wins the Canstar award for most outstanding value in investment loans
Apr 2022
Suncorp Bank wins Money Magazine’s Bank of the Year and Business Bank of the Year awards for the fifth year in a row
Jul 2022
Suncorp Bank’s turnaround times are the lowest they have ever been. The lender becomes Australia’s first certified carbon neutral bank for both its operation and transaction services
Aug 2022
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Kuhn says, “I would say my career has been one of more of chance and opportunities than a set plan. And it’s interesting how one decision has a ripple effect on putting you on a different path than maybe where you thought you would be.”
He highlights his spell at Endurance as his biggest professional achievement to date.
“It took some time, but we took them from really being viewed as a reinsurance company to being viewed as a global insurance company.”
It’s this type of innovative attitude that is powering Westfield Specialty forward so successfully.
Kuhn explains, “Westfield Specialty and I have been trying to make sure we are opportunistic in the marketplace and that has allowed us to grow profitably and create a broader and more diversified portfolio.”
Part of this has seen the firm acquire the existing Lloyd’s of London Syndicate 1200 in February 2023. It is also Kuhn’s ingenuity that has allowed Westfield Specialty to outperform expectations in challenging market conditions.
“I would say it’s been the understanding that there is a limited window of time. We're in this unique market, we need to be fast and decisive to take advantage of market opportunities before the market begins to move away,” he comments. “Additionally, I'd like to say we move with a lot of speed, but we do it in a thoughtful and methodical approach, not just to be the first.”
However, it has been an intricate process to ensure his team are onboard with his vision. Kuhn places importance of explaining his targets and the blueprint to achieve them.
He adds, “The biggest challenge is getting everyone comfortable with the pace that I’m looking for to drive our buildout and growth. How I deal with it is by being open and transparent, and responsive to questions or concerns. This way, everything gets thoroughly discussed and resolved.”
With almost four decades in the industry, Kuhn has developed methods that have consistently delivered. It is why he has been tasked with so many leadership roles and he intends to maintain his focus on creating more success at Westfield Specialty.
“I think I am and have always tried to be methodical. I look at the big picture yet stay focused on executing the different opportunities or plans that I have in front of me. I don’t get emotional or make emotional decisions.”
Chief underwriting officer of executive risk at Chubb
President of financial insurance solutions at Kemper
Chief underwriting officer at Axis Capital
CEO of global Insurance at Endurance
CEO of global Insurance at Sompo International
Kuhn joined Westfield Specialty in the firm’s first year (2021) and has established the company’s presence in the specialty market. By the end of 2023, the firm is expected to surpass $1.3 billion in GWP after writing $300 million in 2021.
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