In this compelling episode of "No Hair Just Finance," we sit down with Harry Sanders, the inspiring founder and director of StudioHawk, a leading SEO agency. Harry's journey is a testament to resilience and innovation. From experiencing homelessness due to a broken home to discovering the power of SEO at the young age of 13, Harry's path to success is nothing short of extraordinary.  

We'll delve into Harry's story, exploring the hardships he faced and how his determination led to the creation of an award-winning company by the age of 17. Learn about the innovative strategies that set StudioHawk apart in the competitive world of digital marketing. This episode also highlights the incredible work of the Lighthouse Foundation, an organisation that transforms the lives of homeless young people. Hear how Harry's personal experiences drive his support for the Lighthouse Foundation and how the organisation provides crucial support and housing to those in need.

Jean-Pierre (JP) is a distinguished co-founder of the SLA Group of companies, with over two decades of expertise in lending and banking. His journey is defined by spearheading intricate commercial transactions within the organisation. JP’s extensive portfolio covers a wide range of lending transactions, including substantial commercial investment loans, leverage deals, structured equipment finance, and construction loans, some exceeding $750 million.

Before co-founding Simplicity & MKP, JP led the commercial division at a prominent Australian brokerage house. During his tenure, he oversaw settlements totalling over $2 billion, leading his team to secure 15 prestigious state and national awards. Notably, he was named National Commercial Broker of the Year by ANZ in 2014 and Westpac in 2015. He also earned numerous accolades from renowned aggregators.

In summary, Jean-Pierre is a luminary in commercial lending, celebrated for his leadership, extensive experience, and a record of accolades that reflects his unwavering commitment to excellence. With his recent awards in 2023, he continues to set the standard in the industry.

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 Dino Pacella embodies a profound mission to inspire, motivate, and encourage as many people as possible while simultaneously championing the cause of finance brokers. He ardently believes that there is no real secret to success but to follow one’s passions and work relentlessly, pushing through obstacles and excuses that may surface on the toughest of days.

As Head of Third Party Relationships for the Simplicity Loans & Advisory Group, Dino is responsible for providing strategic direction, market share growth and amplification of the brand through our third party channel - Marketplace Finance

His journey, marked by both business failures and personal successes, has forged him into a passionate individual with resilience and determination at his core. Notably, Dino established National Finance Brokers Day in 2015, further reflecting his dedication to raising awareness in the finance industry. For more information, please visit the website at:

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