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For Prospa BDM Karl Lawrence, strong broker relationships are built on consistency, reliability and honest guidance. His advice is to stay curious, understand the client’s bigger goals, welcome feedback and deliver value beyond the transaction. As AI streamlines more straightforward finance deals, Karl believes expertise and strategic advice will become even more important. Thanks to Mortgage Professional Australia for putting Karl in the spotlight. Read his full story in the post below. #SmallBusiness #FinanceBrokers #BusinessFinance #Prospa

We’re finalists in not one, but two categories at this year's Australian AI Awards!! Prospa has been recognised for AI Innovator, Financial Services and Best Application of Responsible AI at the Momentum Media Australian AI Awards. It’s a brilliant acknowledgement of the people across Prospa building practical AI with care, purpose and our customers in mind. A huge congratulations to everyone who helped make this happen. We’re proud of what this team has achieved. #AustralianAIAwards #ResponsibleAI #AIInnovation

Say hello to Fletcher Thorburn, who has recently joined our New Zealand team as a new BDM! For Fletcher, joining Prospa has meant hitting the ground running in the market, meeting advisers, and learning from teammates who know the industry and its people inside out. He shares what caught his attention during his initial weeks at Prospa and the positive energy he has experienced within the team. Great to have you with us, Fletcher! #LifeAtProspa #TeamProspa #NewZealand

In his first few weeks at Prospa, Angelo's philosophy has strongly resonated with our core belief: our business, customers, and people succeed together. Trust is earned over time. Sustainable success comes from keeping all three in balance. A great start, and we’re looking forward to the journey ahead!

Meet Ryan Dennehy-Beals, one of the newest BDMs in our New Zealand team. Coming from the fast-moving world of tech start-ups, Ryan felt at home with Prospa’s pace, shared focus and appetite for growth. He shares what stood out during his first few months, and why joining an established business that still has plenty of start-up energy felt like the right move. Welcome to Prospa, Ryan! #LifeAtProspa #TeamProspa #NewZealand

From craft to code, without losing control. Great to see our Director of Marketing & Customer Growth, Deborah Kytic, sharing how Prospa is scaling modern marketing while keeping the focus on better customer engagement and business outcomes, not simply more output. A practical, grounded perspective on transformation from one of Prospa’s leaders. #MarTech

Running a small business is hard enough without waiting on finance. That's why we're continuing to invest in how we serve our customers, brokers and partners across Australia and New Zealand. We're pleased this week to welcome Angelo Azar as Chief Operating Officer, a newly created executive role that reflects our continued growth and commitment to delivering an even better customer experience. Angelo will lead our customer operations teams, helping us scale the systems, service and support that make it easier for small businesses to access the funding they need to grow. Read the full announcement via the link in the comments.

Running a small business is hard enough without waiting on finance. That's why we're continuing to invest in how we serve our customers, brokers and partners across Australia and New Zealand. We're pleased to welcome Angelo Azar as Chief Operating Officer, a newly created executive role that reflects our continued growth and commitment to delivering an even better customer experience. Angelo will lead our customer operations teams, helping us scale the systems, service and support that make it easier for small businesses to access the funding they need to grow. Read the full announcement via the link in the comments.

August Wrap Up for SA/NT: The SME market isn't standing still. Neither should Brokers. Is the SME market really all doom and gloom? If you listened only to the headlines, you'd think most business owners were focused on survival. But looking at the businesses my Brokers helped fund through Prospa in August tells a very different story. Business owners were seeking funding to: ✅ Hire new staff ✅ Invest in marketing and lead generation ✅ Purchase equipment and trailers ✅ Set up a back up with a Line of Credit just in case they need ✅ Upgrade IT systems and technology ✅ Buy stock and inventory ahead of demand ✅ Renovate shops and commercial premises ✅ Fund fit-outs for new locations ✅ Acquire competitor businesses ✅ Purchase vehicle assets that are too old to secure with asset finance ✅ Take on larger contracts requiring upfront capital ✅ Pay accountant bill ✅ Truck engine replacement ✅ Create cash flow buffers while waiting on customer payments with Line of Credit ✅ Refinance existing debt to improve cash flow What stood out wasn't businesses struggling to stay afloat. It was businesses investing in growth. They were expanding operations, creating jobs, winning new contracts, upgrading technology and backing themselves for the future. That's why I believe there is still significant opportunity in the market for Brokers. The opportunity often isn't sitting in a loan application. It's sitting in everyday conversations with your business clients. They're often signalling a funding opportunity before they even realise it. My challenge to Brokers this month: ☎️ Pick up the phone and call five business clients you haven't spoken to recently. Don't ask if they need finance. Ask: "What's next for your business?" You might be surprised by how many growth opportunities are sitting right in front of you. The businesses are out there. The opportunities are there. The key is uncovering them. If you'd like to workshop an opportunity or discuss how Prospa may be able to help, I'd love to chat.

Big news to round out the week! Prospa has been named Technology Service Provider of the Year at the 2026 Australian Broking Awards. The award recognises Prospa IQ, and brokers are voting with their workflow: 62% of partners now kick off customer applications through IQ. This award belongs to the Prospa team who build and back Prospa IQ every day; your work is what brokers are voting for with their workflow. Thank you to The Adviser Magazine, Broker Daily and Annie Kane for putting on such a great event and for the ongoing support of the broking industry. Congratulations to all the winners and finalists; it's a strong field and great company to be in. Thank you to Paul Evans, Paul M. and Sean Ryan for representing Prospa on stage. And thank you to every broker who backs Prospa. #AustralianBrokingAwards #ABA2026 #ProspaIQ