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Our Team

Advisers

Daryl Taylor

Daryl Taylor

Mortgage Adviser, Director

Empowering customers with financial knowledge and making a difference in people’s lives is what Daryl enjoys most about his work. With over 25 years in the financial services industry, he has helped guide thousands of clients through their property purchase journey. MortgageMe was founded by Daryl and has led its growth into one of Dunedin's most trusted financial advice businesses, with the core business value being “people over profit”. When not working, Daryl is often out climbing the hills, running the trails, or renovating his own investment property portfolio

Becky Runga

Becky Runga

Mortgage Adviser, Director

Becky prides herself on a high standard of customer service whilst coaching and supporting people to achieve their goals. Her warmth, honesty and hard work means your lending will be worked on seamlessly. Behind the scenes, she also helps shape MortgageMe’s strategy, team and brand - ensuring every experience reflects the same high standard she brings to her own clients.

Nigel Avery

Nigel Avery

Mortgage and Insurance Adviser, Director - MortgegeMe Hawke's Bay

Nigel brings hands-on business experience from accounting, sales and senior management in both corporates and family ventures. With a practical, problem-solving mindset, he helps people make sense of their options and move confidently towards their financial goals. Straight-talking and jargon-free, he keeps things simple and focused on real-world outcomes—drawing on his day-to-day work leading MortgegeMe in the Hawke’s Bay

Hayden Olsen

Hayden Olsen

Mortgage Adviser

Hayden has been working in the financial services industry since 2006, including over 15 years with BNZ and Westpac as a specialist home lender and Mobile Mortgage Manager. He brings a depth of knowledge, a practical approach, and genuine dedication to helping you achieve your goals with confidence. Hayden takes pride in guiding clients through every step of the journey.

Wanita Tautua

Wanita Tautua

Insurance Adviser

Wanita is passionate about forming strong relationships with her clients, always making sure she understands their unique stories and future goals. Her extensive background in finance, spanning over 18 years, has equipped her with a wealth of knowledge about finances and insurance. This experience allows her to break down complex information into easy-to-understand terms, empowering you to make informed decisions about your Life and Health Insurance. She's dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring you feel supported and confident every step of the way.

Marie Lamb

Marie Lamb

Mortgage Adviser

With over a decade of experience in banking, investments, and small business, Marie offers practical insight and a well-rounded perspective to every client. She is dedicated to making the mortgage journey clear and manageable, with communication and goal-focused advice at the heart of her approach - empowering people to make confident, informed financial decisions.

Krista Brenssell

Krista Brenssell

Mortgage Adviser

Proudly based in Oamaru, Krista is passionate about making lending simple, stress-free, and tailored to your needs. With a strong background in banking and business lending at Kiwibank, along with hands-on experience in the rural sector, she brings both financial expertise and practical insight. Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing, investing, or growing your farm business, Krista is dedicated to helping you understand your options and make confident decisions.

Support Staff

Linda Spicer

Linda Spicer

Officer and Compliance Manager

Linda's career spans 17 years in the financial and insurance sector. In her current role, she focuses on supporting insurance advisors, playing a key role in ensuring clients have a smooth and efficient experience. This includes assisting with the implementation of their insurance plans. Her experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to client satisfaction.

Larney Miller

Larney Miller

Adviser Support

With over 15 years of experience in home lending and banking, Larney is our refix and restructure superstar. She ensures a smooth, stress-free experience when your loan rate expires, and is dedicated to ongoing loan support - staying in touch well beyond the day your loan begins, to make sure it continues to meet your needs.

Jasmine Mendoza

Jasmine Mendoza

Adviser Support

With 5 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Jasmine has the knowledge and skill set to assist our Advisers and Clients. She delights in seeing our customers reach their financial goals while making the application process a seamless and pleasant experience for them. She is always willing to pitch in and help!

Chris Gubb

Chris Gubb

Adviser Support

Chris has more than a decade of experience in the finance industry.
With a witty sense of humour & dedication to helping those looking to achieve their financial goals, Chris is keen to help wherever he can.
Chris delights in seeing clients achieve their home ownership dreams!

Debbie

Debbie

Adviser Support

Debbie brings a well-rounded background that includes financial services, property management, and running her own hospitality business. With years of experience working closely with clients, she understands the importance of clear communication, attention to detail, and getting things right the first time. Debbie is committed to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible, always with a friendly approach and a focus on delivering great service - with just the right amount of coffee to keep things moving.

Edwina

Edwina

Operations and People Manager

Edwina keeps MortgageMe running smoothly behind the scenes. With a strong background in HR, leadership development, and operational strategy, she oversees our internal systems, team culture, compliance, and day-to-day workflows. She’s passionate about creating efficient processes, supporting our people to thrive, and ensuring everything we do aligns with our values and business goals.

Meet the Team