Our Team

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    Nadik Gunesekere - Founder

    Nadik has over 10 years of experience in banking and lending, beginning his career at ANZ Australia and progressing into business banking, where he managed a portfolio of more than 400 premium business clients.

    As the Founder and Director of Forster Financial, Nadik brings experience across residential, investment, commercial and business lending. His experience owning and operating businesses also gives him a practical understanding of finance from a business owner's perspective.

    With a strong interest in global markets, economics and property, and an extensive network across banking, finance and professional services, Nadik stays closely connected to changing market conditions, lender policies and opportunities.

  • Hareen Silva - Finance Broker

    Hareen Silva is a finance broker with over a decade of experience in the banking industry. He previously served as a Home & Investment Lending Manager at ANZ Bank, where he specialised in tailored lending solutions. His career also includes roles at ASB Bank in New Zealand as a Risk Analyst and Assistant Branch Manager, building expertise in risk management and branch operations. Passionate about helping clients achieve their financial goals, Hareen now partners with Forster Financial, offering personalised solutions and expert guidance to foster long-term financial success.

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    Mark Walton - Finance Broker

    With over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, Mark brings a wealth of expertise and a unique perspective to the mortgage brokerage industry. After a successful career in sales, Mark decided to pivot into the mortgage broker space, driven by a passion for helping clients achieve their financial goals. Known for exceptional customer service, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of diverse markets, Mark is dedicated to providing tailored mortgage solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

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    Don Hettiarachchi - Finance Broker

    Don Hettiarachchi is a seasoned finance broker with over 14 years of experience in the financial industry. His career began at ANZ Bank, where he honed his skills starting as a service consultant and later as an assistant branch manager.  

    With a strong foundation in banking and finance, Don is well-equipped to provide tailored financial solutions. He is dedicated to building long-lasting relationships with his clients and guiding them through the complexities of the finance industry.

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    Josh Brambleby - Finance Broker

    Josh brings nearly five years of experience in the lending and mortgage industry, including three valuable years with Forster Financial. His prior background in sales and marketing has equipped him with a customer-centric approach, ensuring that he prioritises his clients' needs.

    This unique perspective and passion for helping allows Josh to devise personalised solutions tailored to each client's financial goals. He is committed to making the entire process as seamless and straightforward as possible, fostering a positive experience for his customers.

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    Dayan Eriyagama - Operations Manager

    Dayan has a diverse background in finance, management consulting, advertising, and marketing, bringing a multifaceted approach to process management. With a reputation for handling tasks from start to finish with a client-first mindset, Dayan recognises that the foundation of any successful business is its clients. Committed to continuous improvement, Dayan takes pride in delivering efficient and effective solutions, ensuring each client’s experience is seamless and comfortable. For Dayan, success is measured by tangible results, and they are dedicated to achieving those results in every project they undertake.

  • (Gothi) Gothira Eriyagama - Client Service Manager

    Gothira brings a strong background in financial services, having previously worked as a Credit Officer at Union Bank, where he gained valuable experience in credit assessment, financial processes and supporting clients through lending requirements.

    His experience coordinating with clients and multiple stakeholders, combined with his strong attention to detail and clear communication, enables him to provide reliable support while ensuring matters progress smoothly and efficiently.

    With strong interpersonal and organisational skills, Gothira is experienced in resolving queries and working closely with clients and colleagues to achieve positive outcomes. He approaches each interaction with professionalism, responsiveness and a focus on making the finance process as straightforward as possible for clients.

  • Heshaya De Seram - Admin Assistant

    Drawing on her previous experience as an Asset Recovery Specialist with Dynamics Collections USA, she has a strong background in financial administration and working with sensitive and confidential information. In this role, she regularly liaised with US banks, coordinated subpoena requests and assisted with locating and verifying financial assets.

    This experience has developed her strong attention to detail, organisation and ability to confidently communicate with financial institutions and other stakeholders. As part of the Forster Financial team, she supports clients throughout the loan process by assisting with documentation, following up outstanding requirements and coordinating with lenders to help ensure applications progress smoothly through to settlement.

    Her organised and responsive approach helps keep clients informed and makes the finance process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.

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