JACK PORUS LLB, BCom
Chairman A founder of Norfolk Mortgage Trust, Jack brings extensive experience to his role as Chairman at Norfolk Mortgage Management Ltd. He has been the managing partner of Glaister Ennor, a well-respected Auckland law firm for over 30 years. He brings a wealth of experience in property investment, commercial law and business advisory work with both private and public companies and investors. Jack is the director of a number of substantial companies and a trustee of both personal and charitable trusts. He and his wife have two sons and enjoy travelling. |
STU SMITH BAgr, Dip (Finance & Banking)
Executive Director Stu Smith is a director on the Norfolk Mortgage Management board. In 2006, together with Jack Porus, he started Norfolk Mortgage Trust. Originally a property valuer in the Waikato with a strong interest in the environment, Stu joined the Rural Bank. He was seconded to the National Bank in Wellington where he gained a wide range of experience in all aspects of commercial banking. Stu left the bank in 2000 to start a finance company, which remains his primary business today. Stu and his family are passionate about cycling and the environment. |
DON HOWDEN LLB
Director Don Howden is a director on the Norfolk Mortgage Management board. He has recently retired from his position as senior partner at law firm Jones Howden in Matamata but continues as a consultant to the practice. He has over 40 years' experience in rural legal practice and considerable expertise in conveyancing, trusts and estate planning. |
MYLES PRESTIDGE
Director Myles Prestidge is a director of the Norfolk Mortgage Management board. He has a background in property redevelopment and investment ranging over 42 years. He has also owned and operated companies offering vehicle and chattel finance and secured mortgage finance. Myles has two sons and a daughter, and enjoys boating, fishing and travel. |
AMY CAVANAUGH BCA, BA
Director Amy Cavanaugh is a director of the Norfolk Mortgage Management board. She is currently the General Manager Operations at Pinnacle Life and has experience in strategy and operations in the financial services industry. Amy enjoys running and spending timing with her two daughters. |