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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
Linda Eagleton has dedicated her entire career to banking, starting straight out of school at ASB and steadily advancing into management roles across both branch operations and lending specialties. Renowned for her customer-centric approach, she always prioritises her clients’ needs, ensuring they receive the best possible advice in any housing market. Her commitment to teamwork and passion for helping others – values she developed on the sports field – are evident in her professional life, where she leads from the front and expertly navigates clients through their financial opportunities and challenges.
Eagleton prides herself on delivering exceptional customer service and clear, open communication. She ensures her clients fully understand every step of the process and feel comfortable at all times. By working closely with each client and representing their interests to the bank, she is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes tailored to each unique situation. Whether guiding first home buyers or experienced property investors, she helps clients navigate the increasingly complex lending environment with confidence.
Her support doesn’t end at settlement. Eagleton builds lasting relationships, regularly reviewing and adjusting mortgage solutions as her clients’ needs and goals evolve, ensuring they are always positioned for financial success.
4/35 Allens Road, East Tamaki
027 302 1125
linda.eagleton@loanmarket.co.nz
linkedin.com/in/linda-eagleton
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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
1988–2018
2019–2021
2022
2023–2024
Present
Held various roles in banking, building extensive industry experience
1988–2018
2019: Achieved Loan Market Elite status
2020: Platinum Elite status
2021: Achieved Loan Market Elite status
2019–2021
Platinum Elite status
NZA’s Elite Women
2022
2023: Achieved Loan Market Elite status; NZA’s Top Adviser;
NZA’s Elite Women
2024: Achieved Loan Market Elite status; NZA’s Elite Women
2023–2024
Mortgage Adviser since 2018, consistently delivering outstanding results
Platinum Elite status
NZA’s Top Adviser
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.