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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
Beth Beattie, LSM, is one of Canada’s foremost advocates for mental health in the legal profession, coupling her distinguished legal career with courageous leadership in destigmatizing mental illness. As senior counsel at Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General, she specializes in health law litigation.
Diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Beattie is on a mission to change how the legal community views mental health.
In 2024, she co-edited The Right Not to Remain Silent: The Truth About Mental Health in the Legal Profession, published by LexisNexis. The bestselling anthology features deeply personal essays from legal professionals with lived mental health experience. The book has become a landmark publication in Canada and beyond.
Beattie has co-chaired the Law Society of Ontario’s Mental Health Summits for Legal Professionals since 2021. The annual event is the most attended CPD program in the Law Society’s history.
Beyond policy and advocacy, she is a sought-after speaker and prolific contributor to national media. She has been featured in The Globe and Mail, Canadian Lawyer, Lexpert, and on major networks like CTV and CP24, consistently amplifying the importance of mental wellness within legal practice.
In 2022, Beattie received the Law Society Medal, the profession’s highest honour.
56 Wellesley St. West, 8th Floor, Toronto, ON M5S 3A8
416 716 5835
beth.beattie@ontario.ca
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Beth Beattie
Senior Counsel
Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General
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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
1994
1994–2000
2002–Present
2017
2020–Present
Called to the bar
1994
1994–2000: Associate at Fasken
2019: Received Deputy’s Award of Excellence as a member of Voices for Mental Health
1994–2000
2002–Present: Counsel at Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General
2022: Received Law Society Medal
2002–Present
Partner at IMK
Litigation Lawyer of the Year award from the Montreal Young Bar Association
Lawyer of the Year, Civil and Commercial Litigation from the Young Bar of Montreal
2017
Since 2020: Recognized by Benchmark Litigation and Best Lawyers in Canada 2021: Managing Partner at IMK
2025: Recognized by Lexpert
2020–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
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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.