The Legacy Life
Directors

Craig Knox - founder & director

craigMy father always resisted getting life insurance despite mum’s occasional urging, and when he suddenly died the lack of a ‘safety net’ brought terrible stress to my family. I was only six at the time but I vividly remember mum having to work tirelessly to keep food on the table and a roof over our heads. This experience led me to take out my own life insurance policy at 20, and ultimately into a career helping people ensure the continuing welfare of their family should the unforeseen happen to them.

After years of being frustrated by the confines of the corporate world and then unable to find the right business to buy, I eventually discovered during my time as GM of AA Life an industry which was picture perfect for me

Simon Rupapera – founder and director

simonIt was a double blow for my family when my uncle was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident while we were returning my grandfather’s remains to his ancestral land. The family was devastated by his death, especially as it was already an emotional time for us all. My uncle could always be relied upon to lend a helping hand when needed and it came as no surprise to us that this commitment to whanau continued even after his death. He had taken out life insurance, and although he couldn’t physically be there for his family, his good sense and foresight was.

After nearly 15 years of corporate life including five years in Sydney as part of a Carter Holt Harvey and Saatchi & Saatchi joint venture start-up company, and two-and-a-half years with AA Life, I realised the insurance industry was where I wanted to carve out my place in the business world. I now get the opportunity to mix with people from all walks of life, hear their fascinating stories and play my small part in helping secure their futures.