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Hannie
Mason

Director

Mortgages with Hannie & Co

Hannie never planned to work in financial services. But what began as an unexpected first job quickly grew into a career - and later, a business - built around empowerment. She launched her own brokerage during the pandemic and has since built a six-figure company that puts people and personal growth at the heart of everything it does.

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Hannie Hannie Mortgages with Hannie & Co

Financial Reporter - 30 Under 30

2025

" Being a young, female founder in a male dominated industry has meant pushing boundaries that others often take for granted."

A leap of faith that
turned into leadership:
Hannie's story so far...

Hannie’s journey began when she joined the mortgage industry straight out of school, taking a role she didn’t expect to love - but quickly did. By 20, she had developed a talent for helping clients feel confident and cared for during one of life’s biggest decisions.

When lockdowns hit, Hannie took a leap of faith and founded Mortgages with Hannie & Co from her kitchen table. What started as a one-woman operation soon grew into a six-figure brokerage known for warmth, transparency, and results. Her leadership style is rooted in visibility and mentorship - empowering her team and championing women in finance.

Today, Hannie leads a growing team, proving that success in financial services doesn’t have to look traditional. She’s built a business that values collaboration over competition, inclusion over ego, and people over process. 

Beyond her firm, Hannie is an advocate for attracting new talent into the industry. Whether she’s mentoring young advisers or sharing her story publicly, she continues to challenge perceptions of who belongs in finance - and why passion, not background, defines potential.


Hannie's career highlights

  1. Entered the mortgage industry at 17, discovering a passion for advice and leadership.
  2. Founded Mortgages with Hannie & Co during the pandemic and grew it into a six-figure business.
  3. Built a supportive, mentorship-led culture focused on empowerment and visibility.
  4. Advocated for inclusivity and inspired young professionals to join financial services.
  5. Recognised as one of the industry’s most dynamic and people-first young leaders

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Ella Patel

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George Bishop

George Sanford

Harrison Banner

Harrison Barker-Smith

Jake Crossley

Jemima Hayes

Jess Schofield

Jodie Andrews

Joel Bailey-Wilson

Kirtana Mahendran

Leah Williams

Maddie Gray

Megan Sankey

Ripley Salgueiro

Romany Youell

Samuel Burr

Simmy Kaur

Sophie Ainsworth

Tom Brook

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