Pat Welch

Pat Welch is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in portfolio and trade finance management. Currently serving as Senior Director of Portfolio Management at the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility since August 2021, Pat has successfully managed a $4 billion loan portfolio and has been recognized for exceptional leadership and relationship management. Prior roles include Managing Director and Head of Commodity Trade Finance for Asia Pacific at HypoVereinsbank, where Pat built a new business line, and Director roles at the National Australia Bank and ANZ, establishing trade finance operations and managing corporate clients. Educational achievements include an MBA from Melbourne Business School and certifications as a Certified Practising Accountant.