The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Laura Downer as the new MFAA State Manager – Business Development for South Australia and the Northern Territory, commencing 1 July 2025.
Ms Downer is stepping into the role of State Manager for SA/NT to replace Wendy Robertson, who is retiring after more than 20 years of tireless and passionate service to the MFAA.
With more than 15 years in the broking and finance industry, including experience as a broker, lender BDM and aggregator BDM, with roles at AMP Bank, ME Bank and PLAN Australia, Ms Downer brings a well-rounded perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing MFAA members today.
Her career has been built on strong relationships, deep mortgage and finance broking knowledge, and a genuine commitment to supporting the broker community.
“I love this industry and am here to focus on what matters – you,” said Ms Downer. “I want to help you adapt, grow and stay informed as our industry evolves, while continuing to uphold the standards and community spirit we share.”
Ms Downer has trained, coached, and mentored brokers through industry shifts, regulatory change, and market headwinds, while also advocating for their needs and building stronger support networks.
”I’m energised by the opportunity to work alongside MFAA members and contribute to the strength of our profession,” said Ms Downer.
Melanie Kafka, MFAA Executive, Member Experience & Partnerships, said: “We are so excited to have Laura joining our State Manager team. She brings not only industry experience and knowledge to our SA/NT members, but also enthusiasm and a genuine passion for working with members and growing the MFAA community.”
Ms Kafka said Ms Downer was well positioned to contribute to the continued strength and credibility of the mortgage and finance broking profession, assisting MFAA member brokers to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape.
“You’ll be seeing Laura at upcoming MFAA events, industry forums, and in direct engagement with members. We warmly welcome her to the MFAA community,” Ms Kafka said.
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