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“In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, I reinvented CMI as a lender to meet the needs of mortgage brokers and their clients who were unable to get financing from banks and other traditional mortgage providers”
Bryan Jaskolka,
Canadian Mortgages Inc.
It’s fitting that managing director Peter J. White, AM has brought the Finance Brokers Association of Australasia (FBAA) to soaring heights, as he originally wanted to become a commercial airline pilot. “I had a pilot’s licence before I could drive a car, but then due to a risky lower back operation that had a 70% chance of me being confined to a wheelchair, which didn’t happen, I went into banking as a job. The rest is history. This is no longer a job or career for me; it is my life’s journey,” he says. He was recognised as a member of the Order of Australia in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for significance in the finance sector and the community, mainly around mental health and supporting parents and carers of special needs children. White’s career in finance began in 1979, holding roles at major banks, finance companies, specialist finance brokerages and in the non-bank sector ever since. He believes his depth of knowledge and experience are unmatched. “I’ve been here a long time. Many haven’t and/or have fallen by the wayside, and I have never wavered from my beliefs and affirmation and commitment to this industry, even when things don’t go to plan,” he says. “Things happen in life, and we need to deal with it and ‘fall forward’ and keep pushing through.” He brings that same mindset when dealing with clients and colleagues. White says, “I’m consultive, but with a strong affirmation, understanding and direction of what is right and wrong, and I have views as to what is the right thing that needs to be done, which is fair to all.” With over 19,000 followers on LinkedIn, White’s influence is not only present in Australia, but he is also making a difference on a global scale. As chairman of the Global Board of Governors for the International Mortgage Brokers Federation (IMBF), he oversees the collaboration between six countries, with more to be added, who are working together on best practices for brokers globally. In addition, he also led FBAA’s expansion, creating the new Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ). White also extends his commitments beyond the mortgage sector by serving on the advisory board of the Small Business Association of Australia (SBAA) and playing an active role in supporting mental health across the industry, both in Australia and abroad, alongside his ongoing charitable work. In 2022, he also founded “The Journey Stay’n Upright,” a finance industry enthusiast motorcycle riders’ group, supporting mental health and the freedom riding brings to all. “Through the awareness and advocacy of mental health challenges for brokers, I want to ensure that industry is in a better place than when I entered it,” White says.
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Peter White, AM
Managing Director Finance Brokers Association of Australasia (FBAA)
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“My approach is transparent and collaborative, focused on building trust and delivering clarity at every stage”
Bryan Jaskolka,
Canadian Mortgages Inc.
1979–2010
2003–2018
2019
Present
2025
1979–2010: Multiple roles in banking and finance in Australia
2000–2010: Industry Consultant
1979– 2010
2003–2012: NSW State President, Chairman of the Board and National President at FBAA
2010–2018: Executive Director at FBAA
2003– 2018
Recognised in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours List with an “AM”, Member of the Order of Australia, for significant services to industry and the community
2019
Chairman of the Global Board of Governors of the International Mortgage Brokers Federation since 2016
Managing Director of the FBAA and Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of The Sanity Space Foundation since 2018
Present
La Trobe Financial – recognised as one of MPA’s Top Mortgage Employers
Recognised as one of MPA’s Global 100 – Mortgage leaders
2025
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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Jaskolka says, “By reimagining how the private mortgage market operates, we’ve created a trusted, technology-driven platform that connects investors seeking compelling fixed income alternatives with borrowers in need of flexible financing.”
His approach centres on balancing growth with integrity, structuring each mortgage thoughtfully while safeguarding the interests of both borrowers and investors. This philosophy reflects mature business leadership, as he recognizes that sustainable success requires mutual trust.
Jaskolka believes communication starts with listening, employing a transparent and collaborative approach that builds trust and delivers clarity at every stage. This philosophy permeates CMI’s culture, creating an organization where open dialogue and genuine collaboration guide every client interaction.
CMI’s target market – borrowers underserved by traditional lenders who face credit setbacks, are self-employed, or have non-traditional income – demonstrates Jaskolka’s commitment to meaningful social impact alongside business success.
“My approach is transparent and collaborative, focused on building trust and delivering clarity at every stage,” he explains. “I make it a priority to communicate honestly, explain complex concepts in plain language, and ensure clients feel heard, informed, and supported throughout the process.”
As CMI explores international expansion, including recent entry into the US market, Jaskolka’s vision extends beyond national borders. He aspires to leave a legacy of a more modern, professional, and ethical private mortgage industry, built on standardized processes, transparency, and accessibility.