Management Team

Simon Gwynne
Sales Manger

Simon was born into the finance industry and moved straight from University to Westpac Bank where he started his career as a Sales Consultant providing services and strategic solutions to Westpac's merchant base.

Within the year he worked his way up to a more senior role as a New Business Manager where he researched and compiled tenders for presentation to corporate organisations.

After two years in this role Simon was once again promoted to become a Senior Client Manager boasting a comprehensive portfolio of major corporate clients such as Telstra, Microsoft and Hutchinson Telecom. Being fully accountable for annual revenue growth with these clients, he consistently met his targets of 10 to 15% growth annually. Simon was also responsible to develop account plans, renewing legal contracts, product development and liaising with internal and external stakeholders such as APCA, Qvalant and Leigh Mardon.

After 7 years with Westpac Simon moved into the family business and is now a Director of Aussie Money Centre managing the company's cash flow and profitability and continually strengthening relationships with financiers such as GE Money, ESANDA, Capital Finance and Liberty Finance. Simon also has hands on participation with client development mentoring the company's Brokers and assisting with developing new business, consistently visiting perspective clients and developing relationships.

Bronwen Robertson (nee Gwynne)
Administration Manager

Bronwen attended University and achieved a Bachelor of Teaching and was then employed full time for 5 years by the Department of Education as a dedicated educator providing a well structured, innovative and efficient learning environment. Her dedication and willingness to go beyond normal expectations soon earned Bronwen the admiration of her pupils and the respect of her peers.

After teaching Bronwen moved into customer relations with the Westfield Group as Customer Service Manager in charge of the implementation of customer relations and the management of a team of 25 staff. During her time with Westfield Bronwen was responsible for the implementation of many successful procedural changes which significantly streamlined the daily operation of the department.

When the family finance business moved into a new operation Bronwen joined taking on the role of Administration Manager being responsible for the setup, implementation and supervision of all back office procedures. Bronwens’ exemplary organisation skills, along with the ability to create a calm environment, in a high pressure industry ensures the smooth running of the day to day operations of the Aussie Money Centre.

Michael Virgo
Operations Manager

Michael attained a tertiary degree in finance and started his career with GE Money as a Dealer Relationship Manager responsible for acquiring new accounts and maintaining existing relationships. After two successful years in this role he moved into a managerial position whereby he was responsible for 30 staff members, this included the New Business division, Settlements and Direct Lending. He has extensive knowledge of the internal process and strategies required for a successful and profitable ledger.

After five years with GE Money, Michael took the position of Operations Manager for Genesis Credit, responsible for analysing and managing the company’s cash flow, balance sheet, profitability, and ensuring strong relationships with external stakeholders.

Since joining AMC, Michael is managing, supporting and mentoring brokers and the company’s employees. His role also includes relationship management with various financiers including GE Money, ESANDA, Capital Finance and Liberty Finance. Michael also has a dual role with Simon analysing the company’s profitability and cash flow.