Bridgit announces further expansion of its state-based distribution team
Non-bank lender Bridgit today announces further expansion of its state-based distribution team with the appointment of two key hires; Nikki Pelizzoni as Regional Director and Jeff Hilton as Business Development Manager (BDM) for Western Australia.
Based in Sydney, Nikki Pelizzoni joins from Pepper Money where she led the national relationship team and spearheaded BDM process innovation. As Regional Director, a newly created role, Nikki will be responsible for overseeing Bridgit’s continued growth in NSW and QLD and supporting regional BDM teams operationally. Nikki has also held roles at Unloan, ME Bank and Suncorp Group.
Based in Perth, Jeff will be focused on cementing broker relationships and sharing his local expertise across WA, a strategic growth region for Bridgit. Jeff brings a wealth of experience in the WA lending market, having spent nearly two decades as a specialist mortgage broker.
Jeff’s hire affirms Bridgit’s ambition to expand its footprint across Australia, delivering tailored bridging finance solutions that meet the unique needs of WA clients. As the property market in WA shows no sign of slowing, Bridgit’s solution offers a powerful tool that enables clients to act quickly in a competitive market.
Stephen Doyle, Head of Distribution at Bridgit, said, “We are delighted to welcome Nikki and Jeff to Bridgit – both bring an exceptional record of expertise in their field.
“With our accredited broker network growing by over 93% in the past year, we are seeing the demand for bridging finance quickly accelerate across Australia, underscoring the need for dedicated BDMs with deep, local expertise on the ground in every state. Having a local BDM like Jeff in WA ensures brokers and their clients receive tailored expert advice, helping them navigate the unique opportunities and challenges of the state’s dynamic property market.
“Our national distribution team – now double the size it was just six months ago – is committed to making it easier than ever to write bridging loans, showcasing just how powerful it can be as a solution for clients to secure their next property on their terms. With a strengthened, localised presence, Bridgit is committed to helping even more Australian homeowners achieve their goals and unlock the potential of their property equity.”
