Scott is responsible for developing business opportunities and loan writing. He has over 7 years mortgage lending experience and holds qualifications in Accounting, Mortgage Lending and Financial Markets. He has an extensive knowledge in residential lending products and provides an exceptional personal service to his clients.
Outside business hours Scott enjoys boxing, beach fishing and spending time with his wife and son.
Jessica joined the EFS team in February of 2006. She completed her Bachelor of Economics at the University of Wollongong and is close to completing the Masters of Applied Finance.
As the Relationship Manager at EFS, she provides specialist support to the team with her intimate knowledge of wrap products and the financial planning process. More importantly Jessica strives to provide clients with excellent customer service whenever they require assistance with the administration of their portfolios.
Jessica loves watching the Parramatta Eels win their games and brag about it. She also spends a lot of her spare time at the gym and loving her pets.
George Shahinian is the Managing director of Econ Financial Services and has been assisting clients meet their financial objectives for over 10 years. George leads a small dynamic team of planners and administration staff and under his stewardship the business has grown exponentially for a number of years.
He is passionate about providing superior customer service to our client base and continues to provide the business a positive momentum. George currently splits his time between his responsibilities as the director of Financial Planning and his role as the Superannuation Partner at Economos Chartered Accountants.
Away from work George spends most of his time with his family, playing basketball and golf.
Paul founded Econ-Finance in 2000 and his dedication and professionalism has helped grow his business. He consistently provides excellence in customer service, product knowledge and lender relationships.
As result, Paul achieved entry into both the ‘Top 100 Brokers’ for residential loans written in 2008 and 2007, and ‘Top 40 Commercial Brokers’ in 2007 and 2008 as compiled by Mortgage Professional Australia.
Furthermore, he was nominated a finalist of ‘Broker of the year’ in New South Wales 2006 and the firm nominated for ‘Business of the year’ in New South Wales 2006 by PLAN Australia. Paul’s achievements are also recognized on a national level, he consistently receives a Platinum Award for sales excellence within the industry.
Paul holds Diploma’s of Law (USYD), Mortgage Lending, and Financial Services – Finance/Mortgage Broking.
Outside business hours, he enjoys playing basketball, having a punt and spending quality time with his wife and three boys.
Alex has been working at Econ Financial Services for over 7 years and has assumed the role of Financial Planning Manager. He leads a small dynamic team who are committed to providing our clients with a superior brand of customer service and appropriate levels of technical expertise.
Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics and has also completed the Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning. He is currently completing his Certified Financial Planning qualification.
Alex is a keen Wests Tigers rugby league fan and can be often seen on the hill at Leichhardt Oval in Sydney’s inner western suburbs.
Alfred has been with the Economos Group for over 9 years. Over that time his role has transformed from providing taxation advice in the area of self managed superannuation fund through to being a financial adviser with Econ Financial Services.
Being a Chartered Accountant as well as holding a Bachelor and Master’s degree in Commerce and a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning, Alfred can provide clients with a tax effective solution for nearly all situations.
Outside of the office, Alfred enjoys Tai Chi as a form of relaxation as well as mountain biking and various other sports.
Michael Canturi recently joined the EFS team and has over 4 years experience in the financial planning industry. He has a finance degree, an Advanced DFS and is currently studying a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) at UTS in Sydney. Michael has specialist knowledge in personal risk protection and provides his clients with superior customer service. Outside of the office, he enjoys keeping fit by going to the gym and playing indoor soccer. He also likes to spend time with family and friends and share a few laughs.
Claudia has recently joined the team and has over 27 years of experience in banking. She helps support the team with her thorough knowledge in credit policy and lending requirements and takes pride in assisting clients with her personal service.
Outside business hours Claudia enjoys the beach and spending quality time with her family and is a devoted fan of NRL team the Bulldogs.