The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) has revealed its 2020 board members, state presidents, vice presidents and councillors.

Announcing the board, FBAA managing director Peter White said the association is well placed to tackle any challenges the future may bring, and is fortunate to have a large talent pool of experienced and knowledgeable people who can steer the FBAA in the right direction.

At the recent AGM, Tony Carter was reappointed as chairman and Chris Szigeti as vice chairperson and DRS chair. Kim Szigeti was reappointed as company secretary while Rick Nieuwenhoven, Steve Rasmussen and Angus Gilkeson remain directors. Angelo Lauro was appointed as a new director and Mr White also continues on the board as managing director.

“This is a team who understands our members and their needs because they are all successful brokers themselves. Our newest member Angelo Lauro will slot in with ease after many years of broking in the motor sector and his involvement with various committees,” Mr White said.

We welcome two new state presidents being Nick Wormald for New South Wales and Bernard Desmond for Victoria. Continuing in their existing state president roles are Christine Green for Queensland, Trent Carter for Western Australia, and Joff O’Shannessy for South Australia.

Mr White said the industry continues to evolve and the expansion of online options, as well as increased scrutiny following the royal commission will present plenty of challenges to the industry.

“I am proud that the FBAA was born over 26 years ago as a grass-roots, member-focused organisation that understands the needs of members, and I can assure all members that as your board we are committed to serving you and championing your needs in the years to come.”

He said the FBAA will continue to take a national industry-wide approach to ensure that brokers in all states benefit from personal development and other initiatives.