Meet our people

Fred joined Avanti Group in February 2024 and has extensive experience in senior leadership positions in the financial services sector in both New Zealand and Australia.

Nish leads our finance team, bringing decades of global experience from New Zealand, Latin America and the United Kingdom. Nish has been with us since 2021.

James has overall responsibility for day-to-day operations of the Avanti Group. James joined us in 2020 with extensive experience across the finance industry.

Paul leads the Treasury function for Avanti, having joined in July 2019 following 20 years in banking and financial markets in New Zealand, Australia and the UK.

Ian joined Avanti in November 2022 and leads the Property business. He brings almost 30 years of senior leadership experience in financial services, banking and insurance.

Olivia joined Avanti in April 2023 with over 15 years of financial services commercial lawyer experience. She is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations and legislation at Avanti.

Mike joins Avanti with 25 years’ sales and strategic leadership experience in the financial services industry in both New Zealand and the UK. He’s held roles in fleet management, asset finance and wealth management.

Robin joined Avanti in 2017 from ANZ Bank. He has a strong focus on relationships along with significant experience in credit and maintains Avanti’s JV and partnership relationships.

Mena started his first technology business in 2001 and is one of the co-founders of Limelight Software and Motorcentral. He has a deep understanding of technology and how it can be utilised to create value for people and business

Tracy joined Avanti in 2023 and has 20 years of experience within the banking and finance sectors in New Zealand and Australia. Tracy has extensive experience in strategy, business transformation and product management.