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“My strongest professional quality is my ability to build trust and long-term relationships, whether with clients, colleagues, or stakeholders”
Danny Ibrahim,
KeyRate Mortgage
Anna Fox is a senior partner in the commercial team at Saunders Robinson Brown in Christchurch, where she previously led the commercial team and served as the firm’s managing partner from 2017 to mid-2021.
With deep expertise in commercial and corporate law, Fox brings experience in commercial property and finance. She regularly advises clients on all facets of property development and represents a diverse portfolio of commercial property owners, offering strategic guidance on leasing arrangements and related matters.
Beyond her broad commercial practice, Fox has developed a strong niche in health sector law. She is highly regarded for her work structuring health entities and drafting complex health-related contracts and documentation.
Fox’s leadership extends beyond her legal practice. She is a director of Nelson Building Society, where she also chairs the Audit and Risk Committee. In 2025, she was appointed as an independent board member of the New Zealand Law Society. Fox holds an LLB and a BA in Psychology from the University of Otago.
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“I’ve always believed that if you love what you do, you’ll never settle, and that attitude has guided every decision I’ve made”
Danny Ibrahim,
KeyRate Mortgage
1998–2000
2000–2003
2003–2017
2017–2021
Present
Law Clerk and Crown Prosecutor at Raymond Donnelly
1998–2000
2000–2003: Relocated to London, England
2000: Paralegal at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deninger
2001: In-House Counsel at Enron
2002: In-House Counsel at American Electric Power
2000–2003
Partner and Head of Commercial Legal Team at Saunders Robinson Brown
2003–2017
Managing Partner at Saunders Robinson Brown
2017–2021
Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee of Nelson Building Society since 2020
Partner, Commercial Team at Saunders Robinson Brown since 2021
Independent Board Member of the New Zealand Law Society
Member of the People and Culture Committee at the New Zealand Law Society
Present
Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
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Milestones
Aug 2022
Milestones
Sept 2021
Feb 2022
Apr 2022
Jul 2022
Aug
2022
Suncorp Bank introduces Solar Home Bonus offer for customers who are choosing renewable energy for their homes
Sept 2021
Month-on-month market share growth commences
Feb 2022
Suncorp Bank wins the Canstar award for most outstanding value in investment loans
Apr 2022
Suncorp Bank wins Money Magazine’s Bank of the Year and Business Bank of the Year awards for the fifth year in a row
Jul 2022
Suncorp Bank’s turnaround times are the lowest they have ever been. The lender becomes Australia’s first certified carbon neutral bank for both its operation and transaction services
Aug 2022
Milestones
As a founding member of WOW! (Women. Opportunity. Winning.), an employee resource group created for all women of Ryan Specialty, Phillips Topping has long championed for women in the industry.
“It’s very important to set an example and to not only inspire but mentor other females,” she adds.
In addition to her sharp marketing eye, the key to Phillips Topping’s success lies in her high-energy approach and positive attitude.
“As the leader of a team, it’s important to motivate and encourage your team members. People work very hard and do their best and it’s important to recognize these efforts. For my career overall, my attitude has been one of curiosity. The more you can learn, the better you’ll understand the business, and then the deeper your knowledge will become, making you a better team member.”
Chief underwriting officer of executive risk at Chubb
President of financial insurance solutions at Kemper
Chief underwriting officer at Axis Capital
CEO of global Insurance at Endurance
CEO of global Insurance at Sompo International
A significant part of his focus today is staying ahead of regulatory change while maintaining a seamless client experience. He tracks updates from regulators and lenders closely and works with his teams to adjust systems as needed.
“My approach to my role and my career has always been rooted in passion, focus, and a relentless pursuit of excellence,” he says. “I’ve never been driven solely by profit or business metrics. I believe in hiring great talent, trusting them, and pushing boundaries because innovation doesn’t come from playing it safe.”
His experience isn’t limited to Canada. Ibrahim has worked in the US and UAE, which shaped his global perspective and comfort with adapting to different markets. He thrives on risk, viewing setbacks as stepping stones to progress.
“I’ve always believed that if you love what you do, you’ll never settle, and that attitude has guided every decision I’ve made,” he adds.
That outlook continues to guide his work and reflects his broader goal of helping move the industry forward. Through his brokerage, lending company, and legal services, Ibrahim is focused on creating long-term value for his clients, his teams, and others working in the field.