The appointments of Terence Lapsanas as Investment Director and Curtis Tsang as Associate Director, Investments, reflect Woodbridge’s ongoing investment in active loan management – a core pillar of its differentiated approach to private credit.

The hires follow a period of significant growth for the firm, including the recent opening of its Sydney office and expansion into Queensland, as Woodbridge continues to build a national platform defined by transparency, disciplined lending, and hands-on portfolio oversight.

Both Lapsanas and Tsang join from Deloitte, bringing deep experience in financial analysis, credit assessment, and complex transaction management. Their addition enhances Woodbridge’s ability to actively manage its loan book at scale while maintaining the high standards that underpin its track record.

Unlike many participants in the private credit market, Woodbridge actively manages every loan in its portfolio – maintaining close, constructive relationships with borrowers throughout the life of each facility. This approach enables early identification of risks, faster decision-making, and proactive problem solving to protect investor capital and deliver consistent performance.

Matthew Samuels, Executive Director of Woodbridge Capital, said the appointments reinforce the firm’s commitment to best practice in private credit.

“Active loan management is not something we talk about, it’s something we do every day,” he said. “As we continue to grow nationally, it’s critical that we scale our investment team in a way that preserves the discipline, transparency, and rigour that define our approach.

“Private credit is evolving rapidly, and with that comes a responsibility to lead by example. For Woodbridge, that means setting the benchmark for transparency, governance, and hands-on asset management across every loan in our portfolio.”

Samuels said the firm’s investment in capability is central to maintaining alignment with investors and borrowers alike.

“Our model is built on clarity and accountability – investors can see how capital is deployed and managed, and borrowers know they have a partner who is engaged throughout the life of a project. Terence and Curtis bring the expertise and mindset that support this philosophy.

“We view the recent ASIC review as not a finish line, but the starting point for the evolution of private credit. We’re committed to having the right people in place to ensure we deliver beyond expectations for our investors, and the brokers and developers we support. Private credit is growing as an asset class, and we want to lead the charge on transparency and good stewardship of capital.”

Terence Lapsanas, Investment Director, said he was drawn to Woodbridge’s disciplined and transparent approach to lending.

“Woodbridge stands out in the market for its genuine commitment to active management and open communication,” he said. “The opportunity to work within a team that prioritises both strong credit outcomes and long-term borrower relationships is incredibly compelling.”

Curtis Tsang, Associate Director, Investments, added that the firm’s hands-on model positions it strongly in the current market environment.

“In today’s market, rigorous loan management and early risk identification are more important than ever,” he said. “Woodbridge’s approach ensures that issues are addressed proactively, not reactively – which ultimately delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders.”

The expansion of the investment team positions Woodbridge to support its growing loan book while continuing to lead the market in transparency, governance, and performance – setting a new standard for best practice in private credit.

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The firm has appointed Lachlan Griffiths as Origination Director, SE Queensland, to lead its growth in the Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast markets. Lachlan will be based in Queen Street in Brisbane’s CBD and will report to Ben Evans.

Griffiths joins Woodbridge from Qualitas, where he led the firm’s Queensland presence and managed a real-estate debt portfolio exceeding $2.5 billion across South-East Queensland. Prior to this, he held senior roles at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and within a Queensland-based private credit fund, developing deep expertise across the full debt capital stack – from senior debt through to stretch and subordinated facilities – spanning residential, industrial, and commercial assets.

“Brisbane currently represents one of the most compelling growth markets in Australia, underpinned by strong population inflows, infrastructure investment, and a deep undersupply of housing and commercial stock,” said Andrew Torrington, Managing Director and CIO of Woodbridge. “For Woodbridge, expanding into Queensland is a natural progression. It strengthens our national footprint and positions the firm to originate and manage high-quality transactions in one of the country’s fastest-growing corridors.”

The decision to establish a local presence reflects surging demand and tight supply across South-East Queensland, with Brisbane’s population growing 8 per cent year-on-year, fuelled by interstate migration, investor activity, and preparations for the 2032 Olympic Games. This growth is driving major infrastructure investment and intensifying structural imbalances in housing and commercial supply – areas where Woodbridge is positioned to be part of the solution.

By establishing a local team, Woodbridge aims to capture opportunities earlier, build stronger relationships, and better understand local market dynamics – supporting borrowers with responsive capital as the region continues to expand. The firm currently has a significant portion of its loan-book capital already located in the area, reinforcing the importance of the market within its broader national strategy.

“Brisbane and South-East Queensland are experiencing exceptional growth, creating strong demand for flexible capital solutions,” said Ben Evans, Executive Director Origination. “For our clients, this expansion means greater access to funding partners who understand local market dynamics and can structure solutions that move projects forward with confidence. It’s an exciting opportunity to deepen our relationships and support quality developments across the region.”

Griffiths said he is excited to join Woodbridge at a time of strong momentum and opportunity.

“Woodbridge has built an impressive reputation for transparency, speed and disciplined lending,” he said. “There’s enormous potential in the Queensland market, and I’m looking forward to connecting with local borrowers and brokers to help drive the firm’s next phase of growth.”

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Evans brings more than 20 years of experience in property finance, including senior leadership roles at major institutions, most recently as a senior executive at Metrics Credit Partners. Known for his deep market expertise and strong borrower relationships, Ben has originated and structured some of the country’s most complex real estate transactions.

“Ben is a dealmaker in every sense – highly respected, deeply connected, and focused on delivering for borrowers,” said Andrew Torrington, Managing Director and CIO of Woodbridge. “His appointment marks a step-change in our origination capability, and we’re excited about what we’ll achieve together.”

Evans will be based in Woodbridge’s newly opened Sydney office in Bligh Street, located in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. This expansion of Woodbridge’s local presence reflects the firm’s strategic focus on Sydney as a key growth market and its commitment to providing tailored, fast and flexible capital solutions to local developers.

“Sydney borrowers want partners who understand the market, move quickly, and deliver with certainty,” Torrington added. “With Ben now leading our group origination efforts, we’re positioned to do significantly more deals in the city, and to do them well.”

“I’m excited to be joining Woodbridge at this stage in its journey,” said Evans. “Heading up the origination team provides a fantastic opportunity to build on the firm’s strong foundations, foster deep relationships with borrowers and developers, and contribute to the continued expansion of Woodbridge in the private credit space.”

“Woodbridge’s reputation for transparency, speed, and disciplined lending is exactly the environment I wanted to be part of, and I look forward to helping drive its next phase of growth.”

The new Sydney location and team expansion will be accompanied by a refreshed website with enhanced functionality for both investors and borrowers – as Woodbridge continues to grow and evolve, its promise to borrowers remains unchanged: trusted expertise, transparent financing, and unwavering focus on execution.

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Woodbridge Capital, Australia’s leading transparent private markets investment manager and non-bank lender, has further democratised its private markets offering, giving retail investors access to a marquee fund through the widely used BT Panorama and netwealth platforms.

The Woodbridge Secured Income Fund has been added to the two mainstream platforms, which is an important step in Woodbridge Capital’s mission to make private markets more transparent and accessible, amid unprecedented growth and interest in the asset class.

While Woodbridge funds are already available through the platform investment menus, today’s announcement importantly makes their marquee fund available through the super menu.

The fund aims to provide investors with a return of the RBA cash rate plus 5%-7% per annum net of fees and expenses and has returned 9.75% in the past 12 months. Woodbridge Capital is the only private credit fund manager in Australia endorsed by the Responsible Investment Association Australasia for both its retail and wholesale funds.

Recent analysis by Rainmaker Information showed that super funds had pumped $400bn into private market assets by June 2024 – a 34% increase in two years, signalling the appetite for unlisted opportunities.

Andrew Torrington, co-founder and managing director of Woodbridge Capital, said such opportunities have previously been reserved for wholesale investors, but dynamics are changing.

“Most private market offerings are structured for institutional investors, which means retail clients have largely missed out on private market access, despite their appetite for what the asset class has to offer,” he said.

“Retail investors and their advisers want access to these opportunities, but they also demand transparency, which we deliver through regular reporting, a clear risk profile, a consistent approach and an independent responsible entity and trustee.

“As we continue to push for greater transparency and access to traditionally opaque private markets, we’re advocating for other private market managers to offer the same frameworks.”

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