Meet the Team

Rob Rooke FAICD, DipFMBM
Managing Director
M  04 1122 3200
E  rrooke@fcaus.com.au

Since 1983 Rob has been presenting high quality, accurate, loan proposals to lenders. Rob’s companies are recognised for high levels of success in settling transactions, good governance and performance management.

Rob is a Foundation Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has served on a diverse range of public company boards. He is well known for his charity work with the National Breast Cancer Foundation and for his involvement in competitive sailing, as a President of Yachting WA and a director of a not-for-profit Foundation supporting youth sailing.

Rob specialises in finance for business, overseas buyers, and high-net-worth clients and is motivated by assisting with and sharing in his client’s successes.

Larry Strange DipFMBM
Senior Finance Consultant
M  0403 056 465
E  lstrange@fcaus.com.au

Larry is highly experienced with a 31-year career at Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) before joining Rob as a commercial broker in 2001.

Larry has an in-depth knowledge of how the banking system operates and what is required to ensure finance settles with the best outcome for his clients.

“Lenders often comment on our high quality, well prepared, accurate proposals, it makes for better approval conditions. We create a smoother process to meet our shared goal of an approval by engaging and building trust with you.” – Larry, Senior Finance Consultant.

Larry specialises in Development and Construction funding, SME business funding, and loan facilities in excess of $1 million.

Thanks for making it so easy.

- Chris, 2020

Larry Strange is resourceful, persistent and above all a great communicator. These qualities have ensured a great outcome on some – at times – very challenging finance projects over a number of years as my Broker through Finance Company Australia.

- Tim, 2018

Ben Whyte
Senior Residential Loan Writer
M  0404 152 159
E  bwhyte@fcaus.com.au

Ben has a varied background in investment advice, financial education and the Arts including chairing the Over The Fence Comedy Film Festival.

Ben started in finance broking in 2003. He now enjoys using his skills and knowledge to support clients realise their real estate dreams by working with them to identify and secure finance.

“I love the client interaction, education and journey to ultimately achieve their goal of home ownership.” – Ben Whyte, Senior Residential Loan Writer.

Ben specialises in real estate finance – owner occupier, construction and investment.

I utilised Ben’s services recently to negotiate a reduced mortgage rate with my bank. Ben successfully achieved in an extremely short period of time what I had been trying to do for years – such a relief! His knowledge of the financial industry is obvious. I’m more than happy to recommend Ben’s professional and effective services any time and will be returning to him in future

- Christy

Donna Bromley
Asset and Consumer Loan Writer
M  0434 948 812
E  dbromley@fcaus.com.au

Donna is from the UK where her experience included finance in large supermarkets and government departments. After moving to Australia Donna successfully started and sold a small business and in 2015 started her finance broking career while living on a remote mine site. The insights Donna has gained from her experience in remote Western Australia are fundamental to understanding many of her client’s needs.

I love helping people and going the extra mile to make things happen, which is why I have always worked in customer service. If there is a solution, I will find it for you. No is not an option! I will collaborate with you and guide you through the process from start to finish, overcoming whatever obstacles to achieve your goal.” – Donna Bromley, Asset and Consumer Loan Writer.

Donna specialises in business equipment with a focus on vehicles such as trucks, boats, aircraft, vans and fleet cars, business and consumer finance, and vehicle warranties.

Thank you for your assistance and professionalism in securing the car loan for the Toyota Rav4. Given the short notice and hurdles that you were able to overcome, I have made a note of this and shared this positive experience with my colleagues, friends and family.

The stress that I was initially under in trying to resolve this myself was alleviated with your help. I have great pleasure in driving the car and am incredibly appreciative to have this vehicle.

- Daniel

Jo Pass
Broker Support Officer
E  jpass@fcaus.com.au

Since joining the workforce at a young age Jo always had a passion for quality customer service.

Jo joined the Commonwealth Bank in 2005 where she assisted clients with all their banking needs. After 17 years at the bank, looking for a change, Jo chose a new career where she could continue to provide high quality customer service as a Broker Support Officer with Finance Company Australia.

“I love assisting clients on their home buying journey, whether it is a new loan or securing a better rate on an existing loan I’m here to help.” – Jo Pass, Broker Support Officer.