Our Team

Meet the experienced finance professionals behind Alliance Financial Group. With over 75 years of combined experience, our team has the expertise to handle any lending scenario.

Craig Dres

Craig Dres

Director & CEO

MAcc (RMIT), BEc

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35+ years in banking & financeFounded Alliance Financial Group in 2002Former senior roles at NAB, AXA, Rams Group

With over 35 years of experience in banking and finance, Craig founded Alliance Financial Group in 2002 with a vision to provide truly independent financial advice to Australians.

Craig's career spans senior roles at NAB, AXA Group, Rams Group, and Caterpillar Inc, giving him deep insight into both retail and commercial lending. He started Alliance Financial Group with a focus on residential lending before expanding into commercial and development finance.

As Director and CEO, Craig leads a team of experienced brokers who share his commitment to finding the right financial solution for every client, drawing on access to over 300 lenders across the market.

Specialties

Residential Home LoansCommercial FinanceBusiness StrategyClient Relationship Management
cdres@afgfin.com.au0418 101 352View full profile
Teo Torrelli

Teo Torrelli

Commercial & Development Finance Broker

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40+ years as a commercial mortgage broker3,500+ clients assistedPLAN Australia Hall of Fame inducteeAccredited with 30+ bank & 20+ private lenders

Teo Torrelli brings over 40 years of experience as a commercial mortgage broker, having assisted more than 3,500 clients throughout his distinguished career. His accounting background provides a unique analytical edge in structuring complex finance solutions.

A PLAN Australia Hall of Fame inductee, Teo is accredited with over 30 bank lenders and 20+ private lenders, giving his clients unparalleled access to funding options. He specialises in complex, commercial, and high-net-worth applications that require creative structuring.

Teo is also known for his generosity — he donates his income from every home loan settlement to The Salvation Army, combining professional excellence with a commitment to giving back to the community.

Specialties

Construction & Development FinanceCommercial Property LoansHigh-Net-Worth ApplicationsPrivate LendingComplex Deal Structuring
teotorrelli@afgfin.com.au0419 512 833View full profile
Michael Helper

Michael Helper

Commercial and Development Finance Broker

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Michael is a dedicated commercial and development finance broker at Alliance Financial Group, helping clients navigate the complexities of commercial lending. With a focus on delivering tailored solutions, Michael works closely with business owners, developers, and investors to secure the right funding for their projects.

Specialties

Commercial FinanceDevelopment FinanceBusiness Lending
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Jacob Williams

Jacob Williams

Mortgage Broker — First Home Buyers

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Former ADF & Victoria PoliceFirst home buyer specialistWestern suburbs Melbourne

Jacob transitioned into mortgage broking in 2021 after serving in the Australian Defence Force and Victoria Police. His background in service-oriented roles gives him a disciplined, client-first approach to helping Australians achieve their property goals.

As a first home buyer specialist, Jacob covers Melbourne's western suburbs — including Werribee, Tarneit, Point Cook, Footscray, and surrounding areas. He's passionate about making the home-buying process less intimidating, using a plain-English, education-first approach to guide clients through every step from pre-approval to settlement.

Specialties

First Home Buyer LoansRefinancingGovernment Grants & Schemes
jacob@afgfin.com.au0468 097 364View full profile
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Matt Vassallo

Mortgage Broker

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Matt is a results-driven mortgage broker at Alliance Financial Group, assisting clients across both residential and commercial lending. He works closely with home buyers, property investors, and business owners to find competitive finance solutions tailored to their goals.

Specialties

Residential LoansCommercial FinanceProperty Investment
mvassallo@afgfin.com.auView full profile

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