Top brokers and lenders honoured at 2025 MFAA Queensland Excellence Awards

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Top brokers and lenders honoured at 2025 MFAA Queensland Excellence Awards

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By Mina Martin

The best in Queensland’s mortgage and finance sector were recognised last night at the 2025 MFAA Queensland State Excellence Awards, hosted at the Sofitel Brisbane Central. 

The prestigious event honoured 18 winners across a wide range of categories, celebrating excellence in customer service, innovation, business performance, and community impact. 

The awards night brought together brokers, lenders, aggregators, and administrators to recognise the significant contribution of MFAA members across the state. 

MFAA CEO praises outstanding service and commitment 

MFAA CEO Anja Pannek (pictured) commended the dedication of the finalists and winners, highlighting their professionalism and service to Australian borrowers. 

“Our industry plays a crucial role in helping Australians achieve their financial goals, and tonight, we celebrate the professionals who go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service,” Pannek said. 

“The calibre of submissions this year was truly outstanding, reflecting the strength and commitment of our members.” 

From state to national spotlight 

The Queensland State Excellence Awards marked the final event in the MFAA’s national series of state celebrations. All state winners will progress to the 2025 MFAA National Excellence Awards, which will be held in Melbourne on July 23. 

MFAA also acknowledged the continued support of its award partners, including: ALI Group, Bankwest, Commonwealth Bank, Connective, Helia, ING, La Trobe Financial, Macquarie Bank, ME, Mortgage Choice, MPA, NAB, Pepper Money, Prospa, QBE, Resimac, and Teachers Mutual Bank. 

Full list of 2025 Queensland winners 

  • Business Development Manager Award – Aggregator: Jessie Stefanatos, Mortgage Choice 
  • Business Development Manager Award – Lender/Support Service Provider: Ashlee Atkins, ANZ 
  • Commercial & Equipment Finance Broker Award: Daniel Green, Green Finance Group 
  • Community Champion Award: Loan Market Greater Springfield 
  • Customer Service Award – Business: Loan Market Ignite 
  • Customer Service Award – Individual: Dan Liao, Mortgage Choice South Brisbane 
  • Diversified Business Award: Ramsey Property Wealth 
  • Finance Broker Business Award: Borro 
  • Fintech Lender Award: ubank 
  • Loan Administrator Award: Megan Bowrey, Green Finance Group 
  • Major Lender Award: Macquarie Bank 
  • Mutual/Credit Union Lender Award: Teachers Mutual Bank 
  • Newcomer Award: Maddie Walton, Money Lounge 
  • Non-Major Lender Award: Bankwest 
  • Regional Finance Broker Award: Phil Rogers, Loan Market Edge 
  • Residential Finance Broker Award: Melissa Wright, Zest Mortgage Solutions 
  • Specialty Lender Award: Pepper Money 
  • Young Professional Award: Kate Sadler, The Broker Society 

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