Speirs Finance have been supporting New Zealand businesses with finance solutions for over 60 years.
So, when we say we ‘get’ Kiwi businesses, we mean it. We don’t just understand what makes Kiwi businesses tick, we also know exactly how to help them grow and thrive. Our highly experienced and well respected team is backed by the best - and trusted by Kiwi companies up and down the country. When you become a Speirs Finance customer, you become part of a real, Kiwi team - a team dedicated to helping you and your business grow.
Speirs Finance began in Palmerston North in 1964, providing asset finance and funding solutions to local businesses, equipment traders & vehicle dealers. The company philosophy back then, as it is today, was to understand customers better. Keeping it real for customers and providing tailored, simple and accessible funding solutions. Enabling better business & building long-term partnerships.
Speirs Finance is part of the ELF Group of businesses.
We're a trusted, agile & experienced team.
Acting with integrity and honesty. Our collective knowledge and skills have made Speirs Finance a well-respected name in the New Zealand Asset Finance sector.
Drawing together the best and the brightest, our incredibly experienced team have worked in the largest Corporate Banks & Finance companies in the country. They have extensive knowledge and experience across the construction, earthmoving, transport, forestry, warehousing and agriculture industries. We are a team united by our belief in a hands-on, consultative approach and the desire to work alongside and in partnership with our customers.
General Manager
An accomplished and respected GM, Sam puts his skills to great use managing the day-to-day running of Speirs Finance. His sound industry experience and refreshingly hands-on approach are critical and much appreciated by all of our key customers.
General Manager Lending & Risk
As a highly experienced lender himself, Nathan uses his knowledge, leadership skills and insights to lead our exceptional team of Lending Risk Managers - the team responsible for delivering credit decisions right across our business.
Head of Broker
Sam is an experienced business and people leader having managed teams and businesses across the corporate, government, and SME sectors. His asset lending and fleet management experience coupled with his “getting under the bonnet” approach to business strategy assists him in providing tailored lending solutions to help business access their potential and provide support to the agent network throughout the country.
Head of Healthcare
With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Sean is passionate about supporting healthcare businesses with flexible finance solutions tailored to their unique needs. Known for his customer-first approach, Sean values strong relationships and long-term partnerships. As a trusted advisor, he combines deep expertise and agility to deliver the right solutions—helping clients achieve better business outcomes, every day.
Head of Direct
Craig is an experienced professional with a 20-year track record of helping a diverse range of businesses succeed. He enjoys partnering with customers and brings his financial expertise to the forefront to create solutions based on their needs. Craig is committed to the Waikato and Bay of Plenty and seeing the people and businesses of the region thrive.
Head of Distributor
Alisha brings extensive industry experience and a genuine passion for building trusted partnerships. Acting as an extension of our Distributing Partners' teams, she helps close more deals by delivering smart, flexible and simple finance solutions to their customers. With a background in transport, trucking, customer relations, and sales management, Alisha combines a disciplined, structured approach with a focus on driving sustainable growth and long-term success for our partners.
Commercial Manager | Agent Network
With a demonstrated history in the financial services industry, and a strong professional sales background, Phil’s experience means he is perfectly positioned to manage our nationwide network of experienced and self-employed Asset Finance professionals. As Commercial Manager of our Agent Network, Phil manages the team that can help you make sound decisions when funding assets.
Commercial Manager | Northland & Auckland
With over a decade of experience in asset finance, Aarti brings deep expertise and insight to her role as Commercial Manager. She’s dedicated to helping customers secure the best-fit solutions for their business needs, drawing on her strong understanding of assets and tailored finance structures. Known for her attention to detail, strong relationships, and commitment to fast, seamless service, Aarti works closely with clients to deliver finance outcomes that support their long-term growth and success.
Commercial Manager | Lower North Island
With deep asset finance expertise and extensive experience across forklifts, trucks, and construction equipment, Shane understands the challenges and opportunities businesses face when investing in essential assets. He is dedicated to providing smart, tailored funding solutions that support both operational efficiency and long-term growth. Approachable, knowledgeable, and results-driven, Shane takes pride in helping businesses achieve their goals with confidence.
Commercial Manager | Upper South Island
A highly respected name in the industry, John ‘JC’ Crawley has a successful 45-year career in finance and is active across several industry groups in the civil contracting, quarrying and mining sectors. As Commercial Manager for the Upper South Island, JC has a strong passion for helping his clients achieve their goals.
Commercial Manager | Southland
Dwayne is a highly experienced lender, with extensive experience in corporate banking and finance. Combined with a sales background in heavy equipment he has a broad understanding of customers’ requirements.
Commercial Assistant
Megan is an experienced Commercial Assistant with over 20 years in banking and asset finance. She supports our agent network, helping ensure smooth processes and efficient commercial operations across the business.
Administration Officer | Agent Network
With a broad range of experience across banking, travel, insurance, finance and office management, Trish is our valued Administration Officer for our Agent Network. Her day-to-day role includes providing key support and managing the collections for our nationwide network of experienced and self-employed Asset Finance professionals.
Speirs Finance Group CEO
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