John (JT) Thomas - OAM.KSS.

Non-Executive Chairman

John (JT) Thomas has been involved in banking, finance and funds management activities for 49 years. He has managed Howard Mortgage Trust for 17 years and grew the trust to over $3.0 billion to be the largest and consistently the best performing trust of its kind in Australia. JT was formally the chairman of the Financial Services Council mortgage fund sector. He has also previously advised APRA and ASIC on industry matters. JT also has an enviable record of not having lost a single cent of investor funds in his mortgage and property fund activities.

Dr John Morrison

Responsible Manager

John Morrison has over 37 years of broad corporate and consulting experience in management, governance, compliance, investment and research in superannuation, funds management, platform/managed account and financial planning environments. He also has broad governance experience in funds management as a director, non-executive director and Responsible Manager. This has included the roles of chair of the board and chair/member of risk management committees, investment committees and Compliance committees.

Cici Chen

Associate Director

Cici is responsible for growing Vestyn Capital’s distribution capabilities and heads up lending operation, ensuring smooth lending services for our valuable referral partners and borrowers. With her extensive experience in private lending, she is specialised in structuring deals and crafting customized finance solutions for each unique circumstance. Her dedication to providing exceptional support to both internal and external stakeholders is instrumental in driving the business growth.

Paul Murray

National Sales Manager

With over 25 years of excellence in finance and business development, Paul brings exceptional depth to our leadership team. His impressive track record in commercial banking and proven success in broker channel advocacy aligns perfectly with our vision for nationwide growth. Throughout his career, Paul has distinguished himself by building high-performing teams and fostering lasting broker relationships. His extensive industry network and deep market knowledge bring our flexible lending solutions to more brokers and clients nationwide.

Jonathan Liu

Credit Analyst

Jonathan brings over 20 years of experience in the banking and property development sectors, boasting a deep well of knowledge in credit analysis, management, and structuring complex loan transactions. Jonathan's wealth of experience not only strengthens our capabilities but also allows us to continuously improve our lending processes and services. His meticulous approach to credit assessment ensures we provide tailored solutions that address our clients' unique needs seamlessly.

Ewen Cannon

Business Development Manager

Ewen has over 30 years of finance industry experience, specializing in tailored finance solutions for commercial clients at Vestyn Capital. With a background in corporate and commercial/residential mortgages, and as a Finance Broker, Ewen has built a strong network and maintains robust relationships with brokers and referral partners. His nine years in London's banking and finance industry and capital market, enriched his proficiency in trade/asset finance and debtor finance. Known for his proactive approach and deep industry knowledge, Ewen consistently delivers results by aligning financial solutions with client needs.

Sam Akram

Business Development Manager

With over a decade of experience in banking, credit, and business development, Sam Akram brings a wealth of expertise to his role as a Private Lending Specialist at Vestyn Capital. Sam is renowned for his proficiency in structuring bespoke commercial loan solutions and providing strategic insights that support business growth. Sam’s client-centric approach is characterised by a deep understanding of individual business needs. His commitment to excellence and transparent client relationships has established him as a trusted advisor in the commercial lending sector.