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“We keep evolving the brand as we grow and expand, which is equally rewarding and satisfying”
Alice Phillips Topping
Ryan Specialty
Ryan Kim moved to New Zealand 30 years ago from Seoul, Korea, with his family. They settled in North Shore, Auckland, where he studied and graduated from Rangitoto College before earning a degree in economics at the University of Auckland. Kim’s career in financial advice began in 2003, shortly after graduating from the University of Auckland, when he started as an administration manager at Yong Kim Consulting. This was the first financial advice company founded by a Korean-Kiwi with a strong banking background.
After two years at Yong Kim Consulting, Kim moved to Integrate Financial Services to deepen his understanding of the industry and expand his experience as a financial adviser, engaging with a diverse range of clients. In 2007, following the start of his own family, he established his own business, Core Financial Services, based in North Shore, Auckland. Despite facing market fluctuations due to events like the 2008 American subprime crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, Kim and his team have persevered and grown stronger.
As a proud Korean-Kiwi, Kim enjoys working with diverse populations and feels privileged to assist many Korean-New Zealanders who face challenges with English as a second language and navigating the financial landscape. His goal as a financial adviser is to continue his professional development and gain more experience to offer better financial advice to his clients.
C1 Antares Centre, 4 Antares Place, Rosedale, Auckland 0632
027 288 8929
ryan@corefs.co.nz
linkedin.com/in/aprilhaywoodmarx
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Ryan Kim
Director and Financial Adviser
Core Financial Services
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“It’s very important to set an example and to not only inspire but mentor other females”
Alice Phillips Topping
Ryan Specialty
2003–2004
2004–2006
2020–2021
2023
Present
Administration Manager at Yong Kim Consulting
2003–
2004
Financial/Mortgage Adviser at Integrate Financial Services
2004–
2006
Second Place Nationally (Link Financial Group)
Double Diamond Award – Individual Mortgage Adviser (Link Financial Group)
2020–
2021
Gold Award – Top Individual Mortgage Adviser
Double Diamond Award – Individual Mortgage Adviser
2023
Director and Financial Adviser at Core Financial Services since 2007
Gold Award – Top Individual Mortgage Adviser
Double Diamond Award – Individual Mortgage Adviser
Present
Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
Present
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
• Gold award for Magazine or Newspaper Advertisement
• Silver award for Promotional Email
• Silver award for Most Out-of-the-Box Idea
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
“We keep evolving the brand as we grow and expand, which is equally rewarding and satisfying,” adds Phillips Topping.
“Marketing is a very busy space. The challenge is to keep it fresh and keep it new. There’s so much out there. You have to think about how to break through.”
Since joining the firm in 2015, Ryan Specialty has:
• completed 28 acquisitions
• launched 10 companies
“With each acquisition and de novo formation, a large branding component is involved,” says Phillips Topping.
Speaking on the importance of spotlighting marketing professionals, Phillips Topping says, “It’s imperative to shine a light on those who aren’t necessarily brokers or underwriters. There are so many different aspects of the industry. It’s nice to show all the great work that’s being done behind the scenes.”
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