In this inspiring episode of "No Hair, Just Finance," we're joined by Ryan Grace, a seasoned professional from Knight Frank, who has not only conquered the 252km Marathon des Sables “which is marathon of the sands” through the Sahara Desert but also completed the world's toughest row—crossing the Atlantic Ocean. This remarkable journey involved rowing 3000 miles through the waters of the Atlantic, racing from the shores of Spain, to the paradise Antigua. Ryan shares his extraordinary experiences, revealing what drove him to embrace such extreme challenges and the profound lessons he learned about resilience and perseverance along the way. Listeners will gain insights into how these monumental feats have shaped his approach to overcoming obstacles in both his personal life and professional career. He offers practical advice for anyone looking to push their boundaries and explains how these principles of resilience can be applied to everyday challenges. Join us as Ryan discusses his preparation, the highs and lows during these gruelling events, and what lies ahead for someone who's no stranger to pushing the limits. Whether you're a finance professional, an adventure enthusiast, or someone seeking to overcome your own deserts of difficulty, this episode will inspire you to go beyond what you thought possible
Jean-Pierre (JP) is a distinguished co-founder of the SLA Group of companies, with over two decades of expertise in lending and banking. His journey is defined by spearheading intricate commercial transactions within the organisation. JP’s extensive portfolio covers a wide range of lending transactions, including substantial commercial investment loans, leverage deals, structured equipment finance, and construction loans, some exceeding $750 million.
Before co-founding Simplicity & MKP, JP led the commercial division at a prominent Australian brokerage house. During his tenure, he oversaw settlements totalling over $2 billion, leading his team to secure 15 prestigious state and national awards. Notably, he was named National Commercial Broker of the Year by ANZ in 2014 and Westpac in 2015. He also earned numerous accolades from renowned aggregators.
In summary, Jean-Pierre is a luminary in commercial lending, celebrated for his leadership, extensive experience, and a record of accolades that reflects his unwavering commitment to excellence. With his recent awards in 2023, he continues to set the standard in the industry.
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Dino Pacella embodies a profound mission to inspire, motivate, and encourage as many people as possible while simultaneously championing the cause of finance brokers. He ardently believes that there is no real secret to success but to follow one’s passions and work relentlessly, pushing through obstacles and excuses that may surface on the toughest of days.
As Head of Third Party Relationships for the Simplicity Loans & Advisory Group, Dino is responsible for providing strategic direction, market share growth and amplification of the brand through our third party channel - Marketplace Finance
His journey, marked by both business failures and personal successes, has forged him into a passionate individual with resilience and determination at his core. Notably, Dino established National Finance Brokers Day in 2015, further reflecting his dedication to raising awareness in the finance industry. For more information, please visit the website at:
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