Excellence and innovation celebrated at the 2026 ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards
The individuals and organisations setting new benchmarks across the Australian insurance industry were recognised tonight at the 22nd ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards.
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The evening’s highest honours recognised three individuals whose leadership and contribution have left a lasting mark on the profession.
- Chris Mackinnon received the ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his decades of leadership, advocacy and commitment to strengthening the Australian insurance profession.
- Kimberley Jonsson was named Insurance Leader of the Year, recognised for her outstanding leadership, strategic vision and enduring contribution to the industry.
- ANZIIF also posthumously honoured Tim Wedlock with a Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising his remarkable career, enduring influence and lasting legacy within the insurance profession.
2026 award winners
- Authorised Representative Network of the Year: Community Broker Network
- Claims Team of the Year: CHU Underwriting Agencies
- Small-Medium Broking Company of the Year: Guardian Insurance Brokers
- Large Broking Company of the Year: Marsh
- Small-Medium General Insurance Company of the Year: Adica Insurance
- Large General Insurance Company of the Year: Allianz
- Small-Medium Underwriting Agency of the Year: Coalition
- Large Underwriting Agency of the Year: CHU Underwriting Agencies
- Insurtech Start-up of the Year: Curium
- Life Insurance Company of the Year: NobleOak
- Professional Services Firm of the Year: SHARPS Australia
- Service Provider to the Insurance Industry: BizCover
- Young Insurance Professional of the Year: Alan Xian, Taylor Fry/University of NSW
ANZIIF CEO Katrina Shanks said this year’s recipients reflect the depth of talent and commitment across the Australian insurance industry.
“This year’s winners demonstrate the exceptional calibre of people and organisations shaping the future of our profession. Whether supporting customers through increasingly complex risks, developing innovative solutions or investing in the next generation of insurance professionals, each recipient has made a meaningful contribution to strengthening our industry.
“Their achievements set a benchmark for excellence and remind us that insurance is, above all, a profession built on trust, expertise and service. Congratulations to every winner on this well-deserved recognition.”
Now in its 22nd year, the ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards continue to recognise the individuals and organisations driving progress across the profession. More than a celebration of achievement, the Awards showcase the expertise, leadership and commitment that strengthen public confidence in insurance and inspire the next generation of industry professionals.
