DAN FOX - FOUNDER
After graduating year 12, Dan began his banking and finance career at Westpac Banking Corporation in Brisbane in 1988. He worked for the bank for seven years, excelling in his career and working his way up to management. While working for Westpac, Dan also began his Bachelor's in Business, with a major in Banking and Finance.
Dan and his family have been living on the Sunshine Coast for the past decade. The Sunshine Coast is where Dan grew up as a child. In fact, Caloundra is where his father's family business, Fox & Fox Solicitors (now known as Fox Mildwaters Solicitors), was based, and is still in the main street of Caloundra today. Dan has three boys he loves spending time with, Kadan, Jaxon and Kobi. Dan's hobbies include property investing and riding jet skis. Dan has an extensive history racing jet skis. He has countless regional and state titles as well as three Australian titles, and in 2010 competed in the world jet ski titles in Lake Havasu, Arizona, USA where he finished 8th in the world in his class.
NATHAN DREW - CEO
Nathan has recently joined Fox Finance Group as our CEO to help drive the strategic growth of our business and also help build on the solid foundations that have held strong in the business since 2006. Nathan is a very motivated, organised senior executive with a relentless drive to succeed and provide positive outcomes for every Client and business that choose us as their preferred Partner. Over the past 20+ years he has been involved in the Automotive, Finance and Insurance industries and has also been a part of building many businesses within the Financial Sector.
"We have the opportunity to offer something very special to our Clients and Partners. We are a sophisticated Finance Services Group that can offer competitive finance solutions and qualified financial advice right across the financial landscape. We help keep the banks competitive, and in the process we help our clients compare and save money. We are the industry experts that help our clients untangle the web of finance and make the process of getting a loan or professional financial advice simple to achieve and understand. We really are Everything Financial to our clients."
Away from the office, you will find Nathan surfing his favourite breaks on the Sunshine Coast or running around on the football (soccer) pitch.
SHARON WELLS - COMPLIANCE MANAGER
Sharon is an experienced finance broker specialising in car loans since 2008 at Fox Finance Group and is our longest staff member. With a background running her own car yard and her previous experience working for Westpac and GE, she is a real asset to our company. Sharon plays an important role in our team as Compliance Manager and is passionate about helping customers achieve their dreams.
LIZ LUCAS - EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Liz moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2009 with her 2 daughters. She started her administration role in the motor vehicle industry as the office Accounts and credit control advisor. Liz, also with the same dealership, became a new car sales consultant quickly developing a loyal client base. Liz brings a vibrant personality and positive outlook on life to the Fox team.
She has been employed to be our utility player and is an assistant to Dan Fox. Liz's strengths stretch outside of the professional industry as she is also very committed to competitive outdoor activities such as Triathlon events, cycling and MTB riding and is a sponsored rider for the Giant Nerang race team and supportively coached by Dennis Taylor.
NATHAN TAYLOR - SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER
Nathan has just joined the team as our new Sales and Marketing Manager. Nathan brings over 15 years experience from the Automotive Industry with a strong passion for helping customers and our team members alike. Nathan is here to develop this business and build strong relationships within the local community.
When Nathan isn't busy working you'll find him down at his favourite beach with his family or getting some form of exercise with his friends.
DENNIS TAYLOR - BUSINESS LENDING SPECIALIST
Dennis is the Head of our Business Loans Division, bringing with him a wealth of experience in all aspects of finance. Starting as a teller with the CBA, he progressed up to management and then over to mortgage lending. He then completed studies to become a Financial Adviser, a role which had him servicing his clients statewide for a large private firm. He comes to us most recently from the Auto Finance industry, where he has been a Group Finance Manager for a large Queensland auto group. He understands small business, having run his own apparel company for the last 5 years and watching it grow and thrives on creating funding solutions with high levels of customer service.
Dennis keeps busy in his down time by sponsoring and race day managing up and coming athletes in all aspects of cycling and loves to travel as much as possible to cycle different destinations with his partner Liz.
JASON DESMOND - COMMERCIAL LENDING SPECIALIST
Jason recently joined Fox Finance Group as the Head of our Commercial Loans Division, with over 22 years of experience in the finance industry, having worked for both NAB and Suncorp. He is a passionate, highly motivated business professional with extensive experience across the financial services industry, performing a variety of roles within Retail Banking, Private Wealth and Business Banking.
Operating with high personal integrity and authenticity, Jason values close relationships with his clients and working with them to achieve their goals.
Jason has lived on the Sunshine Coast for over 12 years and has built a strong network of like-minded professionals. He is involved in the community working closely with local charities Sunny Kids and The Board Meeting. Outside of work Jason loves spending time enjoying everything the Sunshine Coast has to offer with his wife and two children.
GARY WELLS - LENDING SPECIALIST
Gary has spent most of his career working in the Motor Trade. After ten years managing large used retail operations he then opened several car yards of his own on the Sunshine Coast. During this time, there aren't too many scenarios he hasn't seen. Gary likes to work with a win/win approach, making sure that the customer and the dealer always get what they want at the end of the day. Gary's years of experience as a small business operator himself also give him an advantage when it comes to working with other small business owners and finding the best funding solutions for their needs.
WAYNE SPINDLER - HOME LOAN SPECIALIST
Wayne has been involved in the banking and finance industry for over 30 years, and commenced with the Commonwealth Bank in 1980. Between 1990 and 2004, he was a leading educationalist, returning to banking and finance in 2005 as a mortgage broker. In 2008, he was offered a Business Manager position with Westpac, and quickly rose to the position of Bank Manager, before returning to mortgage broking in 2013. He has developed many skills that would allow him to provide the best possible service and advice to his clients, no matter what their needs, including a sound understanding of business and business financials and "out of the square" lending scenarios.
These days, with more and more clients looking for a trusted adviser who can assist with their immediate needs and work with them on their long-term financial goals, Wayne's background makes him the right person for the role. His goal is to tailor the right finance solutions best suited to each client's individual needs. With his knowledge and experience, he can work with clients from a range of backgrounds to help them achieve their dreams and goals, including those whose credit is impaired.
MEGAN RICKARDS - CLIENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Megan recently joined the business as the Client Relationship Manager for Fox Home Loans.
Megan began her career within a legal firm in Melbourne before moving to the Sunshine Coast in early 2006 where she successfully ran her own café / homewares boutique store.
After many years in the retail industry, Megan decided it was time for a change and so began her career within the finance industry space. Her experience in this industry and prior small business ownership has taught her the people skills to appreciate diversity in others along with a high attention to detail when looking to support clients from all walks of life and especially those seeking a loan that is more outside the square.
Megan has a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service with the goal of gaining positive outcomes to fit each client's financial needs.
WARREN SELVAGE - LENDING SPECIALIST
Warren has worked as a Finance and Insurance Business Manager in local motor dealerships over the previous four years. Warren is dedicated to assisting Fox Finance Group clients to obtain the best possible loan when financing their next vehicle. As a sales professional with over 20 years' experience across various industries including sports, motor and real estate Warren has a proven track record in business operations as a manager and also as an owner/operator of an award-winning, multi-franchised motor dealership. He has extensive networking skills and has forged sound relationships within the local Sunshine Coast community since relocating here in 1994.
JOHN SELVAGE - BROKER SUPPORT
After completing year 12 in 2012, John began a university degree in 2013, but after one year, he decided he really wanted to work in the real world, where he could gain the life experience he would need to achieve his goals. With a family history in finance, it seemed logical that he should follow in his father Warren's footsteps. So John has joined Fox as a trainee broker, where he is assisting customers in making their dreams a reality. John's focus is on quality customer service, and with his quick wit and eagerness to learn, he has fast become a popular member of the team.
MELITA BLISS - LENDING SPECIALIST
Melita joined Fox Car Loans in 2015 after a number of years in Business, Management & Training roles. With a wealth of experience gained at GE Finance and Insurance, Melita is one of our high achieving Brokers, always willing to go the extra mile for her customers and dealers, to ensure that she helps as many as possible to get into their new vehicles. Melita enjoys working with people and applies all of her efforts to ensure she delivers outstanding customer service.
DAVID JARMAN - LENDING SPECIALIST
Hello my name is David and I have worked in the motor industry for over ten years, both here in Australia and the UK. I have worked for top brands like Audi, Volvo, Subaru and Land Rover and have a vast knowledge of vehicles and the motor industry as a whole. Since emigrating to Australia I have worked as a Business Manager for a large motor group which has given me an in-depth knowledge car finance. My goal at Fox Finance Group is to be able to help people gain the best finance for them and make everything as easy as possible. In my free time I enjoy going to the gym and taking the dog for walks down the beach.
PAUL EVANS - LENDING SPECIALIST
Paul joins us after relocating to the beautiful Sunshine Coast in 2016. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the team having been a part of the motor industry since the age of 16. Paul has a passion for all things on two or four wheels and with petrol in his veins he can happily talk about cars and motorcycles all day long. From luxury vehicles to a new work ute, his strong customer first focus enables him to provide a friendly, efficient service to all his clients who are seeking to fund their next vehicle.
CAMERON ELMORE - BROKER SUPPORT
After growing up in Rockhampton, and having spent time in Gladstone, Brisbane and Hervey Bay, Cameron made the conscious decision to call the Sunshine Coast home in late 2008.
Whilst only a recent addition to Fox Finance Group, and the finance industry, Cameron brings 25+ years of customer service and sales experience to his role as Credit Analyst.
His attitude toward attention to detail and customer satisfaction means he is well-placed to support the brokers in getting you into your new car as easily and timely as possible.
In his downtime he enjoys spending time with his son, cycling and socialising with friends.
CHRIS MOORE - BROKER SUPPORT
Chris has worked in the finance industry since graduating from James Cook University in 1993. Chris brings with her a wealth of lending and compliance knowledge from her roles with Westpac, ANZ and The Australian Military Bank. Chris has now recently joined our Fox team after a 7 year Office Manager and Mortgage Broker role with Aussie. Chris is passionate about customer service and loves being part of helping people achieve their financial goals and dreams. Chris loves to travel, with Egypt being her favourite destination.
GAYLE WEYMES - LENDING SPECIALIST
Gayle has spend many years in finance within the motor industry before making the move to the Sunshine Coast and us here at Fox Finance Group. Gayle loves her role immensely, particularly assisting clients that have found themselves in challenging financial situations requiring that extra consideration and understanding.
Gayle's focus is her clients, working with them to achieve their required outcome. She understands it's not always convenient to have sensitive financial discussions at work and that's why Gayle makes herself available after hours to meet with her clients and help make the finance journey a smooth one.
