Farzin Irani is a seasoned financial services professional with over two decades of diverse experience across the banking and finance sectors in India, New Zealand, and Australia. As Managing Director at Success Simplified Ltd and a valued contributor to Reality Check Radio’s “Money Talks” segment, Farzin brings a compelling mix of leadership, commercial insight, and cross-cultural understanding to every endeavour.

Throughout his international career, Farzin has consistently demonstrated a passion for client-centric solutions and sustainable financial growth. His professional journey spans prominent roles at leading institutions such as ANZ, Westpac, Bank of New Zealand, Bank of Melbourne, and UDC Finance. In these roles, he specialized in portfolio management, commercial credit, asset finance, and business banking—successfully managing relationships with SME and corporate clients while overseeing multimillion-dollar credit approvals.

Farzin’s core strengths lie in sales strategy, relationship management, and risk mitigation. He has a track record of building and growing high-performing portfolios through tailored financial solutions, data-driven insights, and strategic collaborations with internal and external stakeholders. As Commercial Manager at UDC Finance, he spearheaded asset-based financing strategies for SMEs, enabling clients to acquire capital equipment and optimize business growth. His earlier credit leadership roles at Westpac and other Australian banks further underscore his ability to navigate complex lending environments with prudence and integrity.

Farzin is also known for his dynamic communication style and ability to influence C-suite decision-makers. He frequently leads business presentations at industry events, fostering thought leadership and cultivating long-term strategic partnerships. His dedication to high ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and macroeconomic awareness reflects a deeply principled and forward-thinking approach to finance.

Academically, Farzin holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Business from the University of Auckland and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Mumbai. He has also completed the RG146-accredited Diploma of Financial Planning, equipping him with specialized knowledge in investment and risk management.

Farzin’s personal journey—shaped by his commitment to lifelong learning, emotional intelligence, and adaptability—has helped him thrive in diverse environments and navigate professional and personal challenges with resilience. Following a career break to support family commitments, he has returned to Australia with renewed purpose and energy, ready to contribute to a values-driven organization with global ambitions.

Multilingual in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, Farzin brings cultural fluency and global perspective to Balfour Capital Group’s mission of delivering strategic financial solutions. With his deep industry expertise and authentic leadership style, he is well-positioned to add enduring value to the firm and its clients.