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Trilogy Funds has appointed Daniel Trist as its new head of origination, as the property fund manager responds to growing demand for non-bank lending solutions.
In the new role, Trist will lead the organisation’s lending activities, primarily funded through the Trilogy Monthly Income Trust, which has $1.1 billion in funds under management, and typically finances loans ranging from $5 million to $50 million.
The fund said Trist brings extensive experience in property finance, having previously served as executive general manager and head of platinum partnerships at La Trobe Financial.
Trist joined Trilogy Funds as a senior portfolio manager in June 2025.
Since then, he has developed extensive experience across originations, credit assessment and portfolio management, according to the fund manager.
Trilogy Funds head of lending Clinton Arentz said the appointment reflects the “significant opportunity” in Australia’s development finance market.
“Daniel brings extensive experience in originating and structuring complex property finance transactions, strong relationships across the broker and borrower communities, as well as a deep understanding of what developers require in today’s market,” Arentz said.
“As we continue to expand our lending activities, Daniel will play a vital role in strengthening our origination capabilities, growing our loan book and ensuring we continue to deliver tailored financing solutions across our broker and borrower networks for quality development projects across Australia.”
Meanwhile, Trist said he is eager to join and make most of the growing demand.
“Australia’s housing supply challenge creates a significant need for developers to access reliable and responsive sources of funding,” he said.
“Trilogy Funds has built a strong reputation for partnering with experienced developers and working closely with brokers to deliver tailored financing solutions that meet the needs of borrowers. I look forward to expanding these relationships, enhancing the broker experience and supporting the next generation of development projects that will help address Australia’s housing needs.”
Development finance boom
Arentz also commented on the immediate outlook for development finance, suggesting several macroeconomics and policy factors will support increased demand.
“The federal government’s National Housing Accord has set ambitious housing delivery targets that will require substantial private sector investment and funding support. Additionally, recently legislated tax reform will likely encourage investment into newly constructed housing, which could further stimulate development activity,” he said.
“The continued retreat of major banks from segments of the development lending market are also creating significant opportunities for experienced non-bank lenders such as Trilogy Funds.
“Trilogy Funds’ 20 years of experience and proven track record in development lending position us well to help finance the projects needed to deliver additional housing supply. Daniel’s appointment ensures we have the leadership and expertise in place to capitalise upon this opportunity and continue growing our financing business.”
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