Danny Colls
Founder
Danny brings more than 30 years of hospitality and small business experience to NEF. Having designed, built and operated cafés, restaurants, catering and function businesses, he understands the decisions business owners face because he’s made them himself.
At NEF, Danny works with clients to find finance that makes sense for the business, not just the purchase.
Malcolm Colless
Founder
Malcolm brings more than 30 years of asset finance experience, including senior roles with Sanwa Bank and Konica, as well as first-hand experience owning and operating a restaurant.
That combination of finance expertise and business ownership gives Malcolm a practical understanding of how the right finance structure can support a business, not just fund equipment.
Anthony Suafoa
Finance & Credit
Anthony has more than 15 years of asset finance experience across credit, settlements, pricing and lender relationships.
His understanding of how lenders assess and approve transactions helps NEF navigate applications efficiently and find practical solutions when a deal isn’t straightforward.