Renown Lending Appoints Bruce Debenham as Credit and Risk Advisor to Strengthen Lending Oversight
Renown Lending
I hope this message finds you well.
I’m pleased to announce an important addition to our leadership team at Renown Lending. Bruce Debenham has joined us as our new Credit and Risk Advisor, bringing with him over three decades of experience in commercial banking, credit governance, and risk oversight.
Bruce has held senior positions at some of Australia’s most respected financial institutions, including BankSA, Westpac, and Bendigo & Adelaide Bank. His ability to assess risk prudently while supporting growth aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering responsible, flexible lending solutions.
As we continue to expand our operations in private credit and property-backed finance, Bruce’s strategic oversight will ensure we maintain the highest standards in risk management, credit assessment, and compliance. His appointment underscores our dedication to not only fast and tailored lending but also sound, transparent decision-making.
Please find the official press release attached for your reference.
We’re proud to have Bruce on board and confident that his insights will be invaluable as we work alongside brokers, borrowers, and investors to create better financial outcomes.
If you have any questions or would like to speak with Bruce or myself further about what this means for our lending and investment processes, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Warm regards,
Kalpi Prasad
Finance Partner
Renown Lending
Key Facts:
Key Facts – Bruce Debenham Joins Renown Lending as Credit and Risk Advisor
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Role: Credit and Risk Advisor
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Start Date: May 2025
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Location: Adelaide, South Australia
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Reporting to: Kalpi Prasad, Finance Partner
About Bruce Debenham
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Over 30 years' experience in banking and finance.
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Held senior leadership roles at BankSA, Westpac, and Bendigo & Adelaide Bank.
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Proven expertise in credit risk management, lending policy, and governance.
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Known for his balanced approach to credit decision-making, combining strong risk assessment with commercial sensibility.
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Has worked across commercial, agribusiness, and residential lending portfolios, managing multi-billion-dollar credit exposures.
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A respected figure in the South Australian finance community.
Why This Appointment Matters
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Enhances Renown Lending’s governance as the firm scales its private credit and property-backed loan book.
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Supports faster, more robust credit assessments for brokers, borrowers, and institutional partners.
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Signals Renown Lending’s commitment to institutional-grade credit practices in the non-bank sector.
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Aligns with the firm’s mission to deliver flexible finance with integrity and speed.
About us:
Renown Lending is Australia’s newest leading non-bank lender, dedicated to providing brokers and borrowers with a responsive, flexible, and reliable lending experience. Since our inception in 2023, we have funded property-backed transactions across Australia, serving property professionals, small to medium-sized businesses, and SMSFs.
At Renown Lending, we understand the importance of fast turnarounds, tailored solutions, and certainty of funding. Our focus is on delivering the flexibility and responsiveness that borrowers and brokers need to achieve their goals.
We are proud to have transitioned from a full brokerage firm to focus solely on non-bank lending, offering innovative financing solutions that meet the evolving demands of the market.
Contact details:
Kalpi Prasad
1300626771
