ANZIIF celebrates top achievers at 2024 Australian Insurance Industry Awards

Event saw attendance from over 800 industry professionals

ANZIIF celebrates top achievers at 2024 Australian Insurance Industry Awards

Insurance News

By Roxanne Libatique

The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) has announced the winners of the 2024 Australian Insurance Industry Awards.

The event, held on Aug. 22 at The Star in Sydney, acknowledged outstanding achievements within the insurance industry.

ANZIIF’s 20th Australian Insurance Industry Awards

This year’s awards ceremony saw attendance from over 800 industry professionals, highlighting the significance of the event within the insurance community. The awards aim to recognise individuals and organisations that have made notable contributions to the industry.

ANZIIF CEO Katrina Shanks remarked on the importance of the awards, stating that the achievements reflect the industry’s commitment to excellence.

“We celebrated not just the winners, but the dedication, innovation, and brilliance that define our industry. [The] achievements reflect a commitment to excellence that inspires us all. Congratulations to our winners for setting new benchmarks and leading the way with their outstanding contributions,” she said.

Winners of ANZIIF’s 20th Australian Insurance Industry Awards

The 2024 Australian Insurance Industry Awards winners were divided into two.

Insurance organisations

  • Small Broking Company of the Year: Trade Risk
  • Large Broking Company of the Year: Aon
  • Authorised Representative Network of the Year: Insurance Advisernet
  • Underwriting Agency of the Year: NTI
  • Small-Medium General Insurance Company of the Year: Adica Insurance
  • Large General Insurance Company of the Year: Allianz Australia
  • Claims Team of the Year: NTI
  • Life Insurance Company of the Year: AIA
  • Insurtech Start-up of the Year: Simfuni
  • Professional Services Firm of the Year: Finity
  • Service Provider to the Insurance Industry: Gallagher Bassett
  • Excellence in Workplace Diversity and Inclusion: Allianz Australia
  • Excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance Change: CHU Underwriting Agencies

Insurance professionals

  • Young Insurance Professional of the Year: Demi Peters, Barry Nilsson
  • Insurance Leader of the Year: Andrew Hall, Insurance Council of Australia (ICA)
  • ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award: Richard Enthoven

See LinkedIn post here.

ANZIIF extended its gratitude to the judging panel and event sponsors, acknowledging their contributions in making the event successful. It also expressed appreciation to everyone who submitted nominations, emphasising the value of their efforts.

AICLA/ANZIIF Claims Convention 2024

ANZIIF’s activities for 2024 do not end with its 20th Australian Insurance Industry Awards.

Gearing up for the 2024 AICLA/ANZIIF Claims Convention, the organisation has revealed the speaker lineup for the event, which will take place on Sept. 26 at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.

The event, jointly organised with the Australasian Institute of Chartered Loss Adjusters (AICLA), will explore the theme “Claims Under the Microscope – Driving Better Outcomes.” It will address key issues, including the Federal Parliamentary Flood Inquiry, risks associated with lithium batteries, environmental claims, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the claims process.

The convention will also explore climate-related challenges, advancements in marine insurance, and emerging risks like arson claims.

ANZIIF’s 2024 Group Life Seminar

ANZIIF is also preparing for its annual Group Life Seminar, scheduled for Sept. 3 at the Sheraton Grand Hyde Park in Sydney.

The event, available both in-person and online, will provide a platform for life insurance professionals to discuss current industry trends and challenges. Topics will include the role of health and wellbeing platforms in life insurance and the use of AI in fraud detection.

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