Coreco Spotlight: Tom Matthews
30.01.18At the end of last year, Tom won the ‘Adviser of the Year’ award for the second year running as voted by Coreco’s directors. We caught up with him this month to ask him about his highlights of the year and his goals for 2018. Over to you Tom!
What has made you successful?
Hard work and focus on service above all.
Describe yourself in 5 words
I care about my clients
What is your favourite Coreco memory
Those that I cannot repeat!
If you could give your younger self one tip, what would it be?
Do the same again but take more holidays.
What was your highlight of 2017?
I got a pet dog.
Where is your favourite place to eat?
Always Red Dog Saloon in Hoxton. Though for special occasions you cannot beat the charm and sophistication in the dining hall at The Ritz.
What’s your top tip for someone who wants to be a mortgage broker?
Put in the hours and always reply within 24 hours (or as close as humanly possible)
What is your goal for 2018?
More of the same, please.
Written by Andrew Montlake
Andrew Montlake, better known as Monty, began his journey with an Hons degree in Economics & Politics before starting in the mortgage industry in February 1994. As a main founder of Coreco in 2009, he successfully grew the brand, marketing, and communications, and was made MD in 2019 focussing on the overall vision, strategy, and culture of the company. As Coreco’s media spokesperson, Andrew can often be seen or heard on TV and radio as well as regularly commenting in the national, local, and trade press. He is the author of this acclaimed Mortgage Blog and is well-known for his social media, podcasts, and public speaking. Andrew is now proud to serve as Chairman of the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries, (AMI) as a cheerleader for the Mortgage Industry as a whole and continues to work at the coal face, writing mortgage business and advising clients.
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