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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
With a passion for property and a determination to learn the ropes, Mark Stutz jumped headfirst into mortgage broking and didn’t look back.
Recognising the immense potential for growth and success within the industry, he pursued his broker accreditation and began building a network of connections and clients after joining Quattro Finance & Advisory in 2021 at the start of his career.
Since advancing from a graduate analyst to a key business writer, the senior associate leads the commercial lending team, specialising in commercial, development, and construction funding. His portfolio covers various transactions, from structured construction funding, mezzanine and equity finance to large commercial investment loans.
“I’ve had the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transactions with an experienced team, and I make it a point to surround myself with industry experts who share their knowledge with me,” Stutz says. “Their insights have been invaluable in helping me build my skills and deepen my understanding of the field.”
Stutz considers his strongest professional qualities to be his technical and organizational skills, close attention to detail, persistence, and ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
“Staying organised helps me manage multiple transactions efficiently, making sure every detail is handled properly and on time,” he explains.
His persistence and strong rapport with clients and industry professionals based on authenticity and honesty have helped to foster trust and collaboration.
“I always try to have a client-focused and problem-solving mindset, which ensures that I’m always working in their best interests,” he adds.
MPA recognised Stutz as a Rising Star of 2025 for the significant impact he has made on the industry through drive and determination, resulting in impressive settlement volumes.
Stutz’s most significant accomplishment was arranging a $30-million construction facility for a residential development, which involved coordinating preferred equity, mezzanine, and senior debt tranches of lending.
Faced with challenges such as minimal pre-sales and working with a lesser-known builder, he relied on persistence and a strategic approach to achieve a successful outcome, showcasing his ability to manage complex transactions effectively.
“Bringing together these three layers of funding was no small feat,” he reflects. “It took months of diligence, negotiation, and persistence, but in the end, it was a fantastic result for the client and a project I’m really proud to have worked on.”
He has overcome the challenge of effectively managing his time to balance the role’s diverse demands by dedicating attention to new and existing clients, staying current with lender policies, market appetites, and growing an established mortgage book while delivering the best client experience and outcomes.
Stutz credits his early career success to several factors: access to experienced mentors who are generous with their time, strong technical and product knowledge, a deep understanding of the market, and a commitment to excellent client service.
“Having a thorough understanding of the market and looking at transactions from every angle helps me deliver the best funding solutions for my clients,” he notes. “Trust is key, and building it with clients and lenders drives successful outcomes. I prioritise supporting clients during challenging times and stay involved post-settlement, assisting with budgets, progress claims, and maintaining high-level communication with all stakeholders.”
25 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne 3205
0428 753 228
mark@quattrofinance.com.au
linkedin.com/in/markstutz1
quattrofinance.com.au
Mark Stutz
Senior Associate
Quattro Finance & Advisory
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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
2020
2021
2023
2024
2022–present
Completed Bachelor of Commerce (major in Finance and Economics)
2020
Commenced work with Quattro Finance & Advisory as a Credit Analyst
2021
Completed Cert IV and Diploma in Finance & Mortgage Broking
Obtained the relevant accreditations and commenced broking
2023
AMA Young Gun of the Year Award Finalist
2024
2022–2022: Business Development Manager - VIC at Assetline Capital
2022–present: Director at Mach Mortgages
2022–
present
Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
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Milestones
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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