PRESS RELEASE: Number 1 in Australia’s Top 100 Broker List Katie Thomas, wins again shaping the growing influence of women at the top

Newcastle & Hunter Valley, NSW – 21 October 2025 — After being ranked number 1 in the National Top 100 Broker List last week; Katie Thomas has officially now taken home the title of Australia’s Number 1 Broker and Australian Broker of the Year at the 2025 Australian Mortgage Awards in Sydney last Friday. This recognition not only cements her status as a national leader in mortgage and finance but also highlights the growing influence of women at the top of the Australian finance industry.

This year’s awards season has been a landmark moment for her brain-child Focus Finance, with the firm and its team members receiving multiple accolades across key categories.

🏆 Award Wins – Australian Mortgage Awards 2025

Australian Broker of the Year – Katie Thomas

Broker of the Year – Regional – Katie Thomas

Young Gun of the Year – Maddison Brown

Broker of the Year – Residential – Katie Thomas

Broker of the Year – Specialist Lending – Katie Thomas

Brokerage of the Year (6–20 Staff) – Focus Finance

A Trailblazer for Women in Finance

Katie Thomas’s leadership continues to inspire a new generation of finance professionals. Her commitment to mentoring and empowering others has been recognised through multiple award wins and nominations, including the Empowerment Award and Mentor of the Year.

“We have built the business to be team first,” said Katie Thomas. “Empowering your team, elevating their worth — we all rise together. If you’re sitting down having genuine, authentic human interaction, the ability to help each other succeed is phenomenal.”

Building a Team of Female Leaders

The success of Focus Finance is also reflected in the achievements of its rising stars:

Maddison Brown – Winner, Young Gun of the Year

Ashlee Sillay – Ranked 31st on the national Top 100 Brokers list

These recognitions highlight the depth of talent within the business and the broader industry.

About Focus Finance

Focus Finance is a multi-award-winning brokerage, recognised for excellence in customer service, innovation, and leadership. The firm’s ongoing success is a testament to the vision of Katie Thomas and the exceptional team she leads.

For more information:

🌐 www.focus-finance.com.au

Katie is available for interview and can provide insights on property trends, mortgage demand, and what’s driving growth across Australia.

Media Contact:
Lanny Horgan, Operations Manager
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