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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
With a passion for building meaningful relationships with students and their families, Lauren Germanotta recognises the pivotal role these connections play in fostering an equitable classroom environment. By integrating students’ interests and cultures into the curriculum, she ensures a more engaging and inclusive educational experience throughout the year.
Her pursuit of a Masters in Educational Neuroscience has equipped her to share valuable insights about the brain with students, tailored to their age and understanding. Collaborating with them, she empowers students to grasp how their brains function and how they can optimise their cognitive wellbeing through factors like sleep, nutrition, exercise, social connections, stress management and memory techniques.
As a leader, Lauren prioritises a supportive approach within her team, believing in the collective wisdom and growth potential of each colleague. By fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, she aims to enhance collaboration and innovation, ultimately creating optimal learning opportunities for all students under her care. Her ethos centres on making her team’s roles easier, allowing them to work together effectively towards their shared goal of student success.
2 College St, North Lakes, QLD 4509
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lgermanotta@thelakes.qld.edu.au
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thelakescollege.com.au
Lauren Germanotta
Year 1 Teacher/Academic Care Coordinator
The Lakes College
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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
2015–2016
2018–2021
2021–2022
2022
2023–present
Year 8 Teacher at Northern Beaches State High School, Townsville
2015–
2016
2018: Completed Graduate Certificate in Brain Based Education with Distinction
2018–2021: Primary Teacher at The Children’s House Montessori, Seychelles
2018–
2021
Primary Teacher at The Children’s House Montessori, Seychelles
2021–
2022
Relief Teaching at Education Queensland, Mackay
Completed Master of Educational Neuroscience with Distinction
2022
Started ACC position Term 3 at The Lakes College, Year 1
2023–
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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