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Enjoying a career in finance that stretches back more than 20 years, Troy Fedder knows a thing or two about brokers and the challenges they face.
Fedder worked in senior third party managerial roles at two major banks for more than 10 years. Now, as head of broker partnerships at Suncorp Bank,
he is passionate about ensuring its broker partners have fast, streamlined access to its competitive range of loan products.
“I started my career in finance working as a bank teller, writing my first loan at the age of 20, then became a branch manager,” Fedder says.
“Fast-forward (a few) years, I now lead Suncorp Bank’s broker partnerships business Australia-wide, driving high-quality outcomes for customers, aggregators and brokers. My role has end-to-end accountability for driving business performance, lending governance, broker support divisions, and now represents over 75% of all new home loans at the bank.”
Fedder says when he joined Suncorp Bank in December 2020, his goal was to examine the bank’s broker business, identify areas for improvement, and come up with a clear business strategy to bring those improvements to life.
“I’m proud that Suncorp Bank’s broker partnerships is now one of the fastest-growing divisions within the Suncorp Group and the broker market,” he says.
Fedder outlines several ways Suncorp Bank is improving its value proposition to brokers, including by launching new loans and digital ID tools, enhancing its broker portal, and streamlining the loan process.
SunLight Loans
A new product for Suncorp Bank, Fedder says SunLight Loans are an automated offering delivering fast turnaround times for lower-risk customers who meet the eligibility criteria.
“These loans reach final decision within 48 business hours, and we’ve had great feedback on this process already,” he says. “It’s the latest proof point in our ongoing commitment to make things easier and more efficient for brokers and their customers.”
Digital identification tools
Fedder says brokers will be familiar with eSign, an electronic signing method for eligible home loan documentation that allows for a faster customer and broker experience.
“We’ve now introduced SunVerify, an even more efficient digital verification solution,” he says.
“It authenticates a user by linking their face to their ID. It’s all in real time via a smartphone – or other smart device – and eliminates the need for brokers to submit additional identity documents, for example proof of identity form, VOI certificate and copies of identification documents.”
Fedder says Suncorp Bank has received great feedback on SunVerify.
“It’s a tip our broker support team frequently offer on their calls: ‘Do yourself a favour and use SunVerify!’ ”
Enhanced loan process
“We’ve invested heavily in the customer and broker processes,” says Fedder. “From these investments, we have seen a reduction in median application turnaround times and, not surprisingly, a significant increase in home loan customer and broker satisfaction.”
A recent independent analysis conducted by NextGen for Suncorp Bank revealed a 42% reduction in turnaround times in the past 12 months, with some loans turning around in six business hours.
Fedder says this a huge improvement that the team is extremely proud of.
“Our Suncorp Bank SunLight Loan is a great example of this success.”
Broker portal improvements
Suncorp Bank has upgraded its broker portal by enhancing the search function and providing overall better information accessibility for brokers.
Fedder says SunVerify was recently added to the portal, and “intuitive changes” have been made to the portal’s dashboard tabs and login page.
“We’re still making improvements, but we have a range of ‘how-to guides’ with additional information on our latest offerings and enhancements, including eSign and FASTRefi®.
“It’s a great option for brokers who want to self-serve at a time that suits them – for example, see status of applications, use our calculators, etc.”
Refinancing
Fedder says there’s no doubt the market is entering a refinancing phase. “So we’re focusing on enhancing our FASTRefi® process, which allows brokers to fast-track refinance settlements.
“Many lenders only use this function for direct channels, but we don’t differentiate between broker and direct. It means customers can start saving with quicker access to better interest rates.”
FY22 performance and the road ahead
Looking at residential mortgages, it’s definitely a good-news story for Suncorp Bank.
The bank enjoyed home lending growth of $4.1bn in FY22 and outperformed the market, reaching 1.8 times system in the second half of the financial year, says Fedder.
“With interest rates rising and trending towards a refinance market, our plans for the next 12 months are to continue our digital engagement and origination capabilities, add joint account online origination, prefilled income, expense data, and continue optimising our broker portal."
Fedder says Suncorp Bank’s commitment to better processes that allow a faster time to yes is unwavering.
“We recently merged our home lending and business banking BDM teams with a goal to improve the service offering through a streamlined approach. Business banking is a key focus for us, and its growth across four segments – SME, commercial, property finance and agribusiness.”
In terms of the best interests duty, Fedder says the bank’s team actively demonstrates why the lender is an excellent option under BID.
“We have competitive offerings and policies, market-leading turnaround times, excellent digital processes in SunVerify and eSign and FASTRefi®, a refinancing outcome for brokers and customers – who can save money faster,” he says.
“One thing I’m very proud of as a leader is the support and service my teams provide our brokers. We have some of the best BDMs and support teams in the business, who drive high-quality conversations with brokers to review their customers’ needs and goals.”
Fedder says Suncorp Bank has spent the past 12 months concentrating on getting “match fit” – identifying key opportunities to grow across Australia, and then “we put the resources and expertise in place to make sure we could deliver on our growth plan”.
“It’s been an incredible year of growth in home lending, and we’re excited for the one ahead, including a potential acquisition from ANZ if all approvals are received,” he says.
“We want our broker partners to know this development will allow Suncorp Bank to continue to deliver strong outcomes for our people, customers and brokers.”
If the deal is successful, Fedder says Suncorp Bank will continue to operate as a standalone business, backed by a larger financial institution.
“We will continue supporting our customers and investing in our relationship with brokers, including introducing processes and policies that make it easier to do business with us.”
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At Suncorp Bank, we are committed to creating a brighter future and delivering banking that's good for our customers and the community, driving towards sustainability and delivering profit with purpose. We bring that commitment to life by providing banking solutions that support sustainability and our customers’ financial wellbeing. We’re committed to brokers and to consistent policies that make it easier for them to do business with us. Our award-winning products and competitive interest rates set us apart from other lenders. We’re focused on making Suncorp Bank the best in the market so that, under the best interests duty, brokers can choose an organisation that delivers value.
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“We’ve invested heavily in the customer and broker processes. We have seen a reduction in median application turnaround times and, not surprisingly, a significant increase in home loan customer and broker satisfaction”
Troy Fedder,
Suncorp Bank
“We have some of the best BDMs and support teams in the business, who drive high-quality conversations with brokers to review their customers’ needs and goals”
Troy Fedder,
Suncorp Bank
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Suncorp Bank strengthens partnerships with brokers
Karen Adams has had a remarkable journey to her current role as CEO of Fundserv. Originally from Toronto, Adams earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and economics at Queens University, followed by an MBA in international finance at the University of British Columbia. After graduating, she set off across the globe, holding various positions with HSBC that took her to London, Dubai, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul and Mumbai.
That global experience gave Adams a unique perspective, prompting her to develop a leadership style that’s based on developing relationships with each individual, listening and understanding to help them reach their potential. That approach goes well beyond her own team, allowing Fundserv to succeed in creating solutions for its members.
“Having worked in many different countries, people ask if I am an expert in multicultural leadership,” Adams says. “I always say there is no such thing because that assumes you manage people based on their background. I have learned that people all want the same things: to develop our careers, give our kids a good future, etc. When she returned to Canada learned that people all
SunLight Loans
A new product for Suncorp Bank, Fedder says SunLight Loans are an automated offering that delivers fast turnaround times for lower-risk customers who meet the eligibility criteria.
“These loans reach final decision within 48 business hours, and we’ve had great feedback on this process already,” he says. “It’s the latest proof point in our ongoing commitment to make things easier and more efficient for brokers and their customers.”
Digital identification tools
Fedder says brokers will be familiar with eSign, an electronic signing method for eligible home loan documentation that allows for a faster customer and broker experience.
“We’ve now introduced SunVerify, an even more efficient digital verification solution,” he says.
“It authenticates a user by linking their face to their ID. It’s all in real time via a smartphone – or other smart device – and eliminates the need for brokers to submit additional identity documents, for example proof of identity form, VOI certificate and copies of identification documents.”
Fedder says Suncorp Bank has received great feedback on SunVerify.
“It’s a tip our broker support team frequently offer on their calls: ‘Do yourself a favour and use SunVerify!’ ”
Enhanced loan process
“We’ve invested heavily in the customer and broker processes,” says Fedder. “From these investments, we have seen a reduction in median application turnaround times and, not surprisingly, a significant increase in home loan customer and broker satisfaction.”
A recent independent analysis conducted by NextGen for Suncorp Bank revealed a 42% reduction in turnaround times in the past 12 months, with some loans turning around in six business hours.
Fedder says this a huge improvement that the team is extremely proud of.
“Our Suncorp Bank SunLight Loan is a great example of this success.”
Spotlight
Fundserv is the indispensable connectivity hub for the Canadian investment industry. Headquartered in Toronto, we electronically connect Manufacturers, Distributors, and Intermediaries, enabling them to buy, sell, and transfer investment funds. With more than 100 employees, Fundserv serves hundreds of members—executing up to 63 million yearly network transactions—and provides online access to more than 70,000 investment fund products.
Established in 1993, Fundserv is a private corporation that is owned by the industry we serve. Our 10 shareholders are a cross-section of Manufacturers, Distributors, and Service Providers who represent our members.
We operate using a cost-recovery model, meaning any unused profit may be rebated back to our members. In addition to our network and applications, we lead and facilitate industry committees and working groups that promote automation initiatives and establish the industry’s electronic standards.
By ensuring every trade is processed timely, accurately, and securely, Fundserv has rightfully earned a reputation for service excellence—a hallmark of more than 25 years in the investment industry.
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“We’ve invested heavily in the customer and broker processes. We have seen a reduction in median application turnaround times and, not surprisingly, a significant increase in home loan customer and broker satisfaction”
Troy Fedder,
Suncorp Bank
“We have some of the best BDMs and support teams in the business, who drive high-quality conversations with brokers to review their customers’ needs and goals”
Troy Fedder,
Suncorp Bank
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23
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and customers”
Karen Adams
President and CEO at Fundserv
Before becoming CEO of Fundserv, Karen Adams held a variety of leadership roles around the world – and she learned that listening and understanding are key to both providing service and developing talent
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Suncorp Bank strengthens partnerships with brokers
Karen Adams has had a remarkable journey to her current role as CEO of Fundserv. Originally from Toronto, Adams earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and economics at Queens University, followed by an MBA in international finance at the University of British Columbia. After graduating, she set off across the globe, holding various positions with HSBC that took her to London, Dubai, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul and Mumbai.
That global experience gave Adams a unique perspective, prompting her to develop a leadership style that’s based on developing relationships with each individual, listening and understanding to help them reach their potential. That approach goes well beyond her own team, allowing Fundserv to succeed in creating solutions for its members.
“Having worked in many different countries, people ask if I am an expert in multicultural leadership,” Adams says. “I always say there is no such thing because that assumes you manage people based on their background. I have learned that people all want the same things: to develop our careers, give our kids a good future, etc. When she returned to Canada learned that people all
While she’s proud of the strides Fundserv made in 2020, Adams acknowledges that it was a challenging time as a leader. Not only did she have to ensure Fundserv kept running efficiently as her team transitioned to working from home, but she was also filled with concern for her team members.
“I just worried about our employees, their mental health and if they would be OK,” Adams says. “I like to see people, so I set up one-on-ones just to connect with them.
Moving forward, Adams says Fundserv’s goals remain aligned with those of its members, and her team will continue listening and understanding what members need so the organization can evolve accordingly. She adds that she wants Fundserv to be so good at providing a secure and reliable service that members forget it’s there – and she wants the company to continue to inspire change in the industry.
“It is sad that it took a pandemic to recog-nize the cheque issue and solve it,” Adams says. “What we will do in the future is root out those things in the industry and not wait for a pandemic to ignite change. There is no reason we can’t change. Change, like auto-mation, will accelerate from now, and we’ll do our part to keep it going.”
Spotlight
Fundserv is the indispensable connectivity hub for the Canadian investment industry. Headquartered in Toronto, we electronically connect Manufacturers, Distributors, and Intermediaries, enabling them to buy, sell, and transfer investment funds. With more than 100 employees, Fundserv serves hundreds of members—executing up to 63 million yearly network transactions—and provides online access to more than 70,000 investment fund products.
Established in 1993, Fundserv is a private corporation that is owned by the industry we serve. Our 10 shareholders are a cross-section of Manufacturers, Distributors, and Service Providers who represent our members.
We operate using a cost-recovery model, meaning any unused profit may be rebated back to our members. In addition to our network and applications, we lead and facilitate industry committees and working groups that promote automation initiatives and establish the industry’s electronic standards.
By ensuring every trade is processed timely, accurately, and securely, Fundserv has rightfully earned a reputation for service excellence—a hallmark of more than 25 years in the investment industry.
Company Profile
Years of Experience
23
Tenure at current position
2017 - Present
BAsed In
Toronto, Ont.
favorite quote
“High-performing teams always find a way to deliver for our brokers and customers”
Karen Adams
President and CEO at Fundserv
Career highlight
Before becoming CEO of Fundserv, Karen Adams held a variety of leadership roles around the world – and she learned that listening and understanding are key to both providing service and developing talent
Read on
“We’ve invested heavily in the customer and broker processes. We have seen a reduction in median application turnaround times and, not surprisingly, a significant increase in home loan customer and broker satisfaction”
Troy Fedder,
Suncorp Bank
“We have some of the best BDMs and support teams in the business, who drive high-quality conversations with brokers to review their customers’ needs and goals”
Troy Fedder,
Suncorp Bank
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Broker portal improvements
Suncorp Bank has upgraded its broker portal by enhancing the search function and providing overall better information accessibility for brokers.
Fedder says SunVerify was recently added to the portal, and “intuitive changes” have been made to the portal’s dashboard tabs and login page.
“We’re still making improvements, but we have a range of ‘how-to guides’ with additional information on our latest offerings and enhancements, including eSign and FASTRefi®.
“It’s a great option for brokers who want to self-serve at a time that suits them – for example, see status of applications, use our calculators, etc.”
Refinancing
Fedder says there’s no doubt the market is entering a refinancing phase. “So we’re focusing on enhancing our FASTRefi® process, which allows brokers to fast-track refinance settlements.
“Many lenders only use this function for direct channels, but we don’t differentiate between broker and direct. It means customers can start saving with quicker access to better interest rates.”
FY22 performance and the road ahead
Looking at residential mortgages, it’s definitely a good-news story for Suncorp Bank.
The bank enjoyed home lending growth of $4.1bn in FY22 and outperformed the market, reaching 1.8 times system in the second half of the financial year, says Fedder.
“With interest rates rising and trending towards a refinance market, our plans for the next 12 months are to continue our digital engagement and origination capabilities, add joint account online origination, prefilled income, expense data, and continue optimising our broker portal,” he says.
Fedder says Suncorp Bank’s commitment to better processes that allow a faster time to yes is unwavering.
“We recently merged our home lending and business banking BDM teams with a goal to improve the service offering through a streamlined approach. Business banking is a key focus for us, and its growth across four segments – SME, commercial, property finance and agribusiness.”
In terms of the best interests duty, Fedder says the bank’s team actively demonstrates why the lender is an excellent option under BID.
“We have competitive offerings and policies, market-leading turnaround times, excellent digital processes in SunVerify and eSign and FASTRefi®, a refinancing outcome for brokers and customers – who can save money faster,” he says.
“One thing I’m very proud of as a leader is the support and service my teams provide our brokers. We have some of the best BDMs and support teams in the business, who drive high-quality conversations with brokers to review their customers’ needs and goals.”
Fedder says Suncorp Bank has spent the past 12 months concentrating on getting “match fit” – identifying key opportunities to grow across Australia, and then “we put the resources and expertise in place to make sure we could deliver on our growth plan”.
“It’s been an incredible year of growth in home lending, and we’re excited for the one ahead, including a potential acquisition from ANZ if all approvals are received,” he says.
“We want our broker partners to know this development will allow Suncorp Bank to continue to deliver strong outcomes for our people, customers and brokers.”
If the deal is successful, Fedder says Suncorp Bank will continue to operate as a standalone business, backed by a larger financial institution.
“We will continue supporting our customers and investing in our relationship with brokers, including introducing processes and policies that make it easier to do business with us.”
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SunLight Loans
A new product for Suncorp Bank, Fedder says SunLight Loans are an automated offering that delivers fast turnaround times for lower-risk customers who meet the eligibility criteria.
“These loans reach final decision within 48 business hours, and we’ve had great feedback on this process already,” he says. “It’s the latest proof point in our ongoing commitment to make things easier and more efficient for brokers and their customers.”
Digital identification tools
Fedder says brokers will be familiar with eSign, an electronic signing method for eligible home loan documentation that allows for a faster customer and broker experience.
“We’ve now introduced SunVerify, an even more efficient digital verification solution,” he says.
“It authenticates a user by linking their face to their ID. It’s all in real time via a smartphone – or other smart device – and eliminates the need for brokers to submit additional identity documents, for example proof of identity form, VOI certificate and copies of identification documents.”
Fedder says Suncorp Bank has received great feedback on SunVerify.
“It’s a tip our broker support team frequently offer on their calls: ‘Do yourself a favour and use SunVerify!’ ”
Enhanced loan process
“We’ve invested heavily in the customer and broker processes,” says Fedder. “From these investments, we have seen a reduction in median application turnaround times and, not surprisingly, a significant increase in home loan customer and broker satisfaction.”
A recent independent analysis conducted by NextGen for Suncorp Bank revealed a 42% reduction in turnaround times in the past 12 months, with some loans turning around in six business hours.
Fedder says this a huge improvement that the team is extremely proud of.
“Our Suncorp Bank SunLight Loan is a great example of this success.”
Broker portal improvements
Suncorp Bank has upgraded its broker portal by enhancing the search function and providing overall better information accessibility for brokers.
Fedder says SunVerify was recently added to the portal, and “intuitive changes” have been made to the portal’s dashboard tabs and login page.
“We’re still making improvements, but we have a range of ‘how-to guides’ with additional information on our latest offerings and enhancements, including eSign and FASTRefi®.
“It’s a great option for brokers who want to self-serve at a time that suits them – for example, see status of applications, use our calculators, etc.”
Refinancing
Fedder says there’s no doubt the market is entering a refinancing phase. “So we’re focusing on enhancing our FASTRefi® process, which allows brokers to fast-track refinance settlements.
“Many lenders only use this function for direct channels, but we don’t differentiate between broker and direct. It means customers can start saving with quicker access to better interest rates.”
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