Edyta Torpy

ANZIIF (Australia New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance) is proud to announce the panellists for this year’s Diversity and Inclusion Seminar which will take place on 29 June.

“We are thrilled to have such a diverse and talented group of panellists for this year’s event,” says ANZIIF CEO Prue Willsford. “Their insights and experiences will be invaluable in helping us promote diversity and inclusion in the insurance industry.”

The panellists for this year’s event are:

• Raj Nanra, Chief Executive Officer at SLE Holdings Limited (Moderator)
• Claire Burke, Manager National Speciality Risk Team at CHU Underwriting Agencies Pty Ltd
• Linh Nguyen, Chief Client Officer at Insightus
• Edyta Torpy, Senior Manager- Diversity and Inclusion at Allianz Insurance Australia
• Simon Corcoran, Director and Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consulting, Australia/ New Zealand at Accenture

The panel of experts will explore the progress of diversity and inclusion in insurance and share their experiences and insights on the theme of this year — “Building a home for inclusion. Overcoming Unconscious Bias”.

“It’s a business imperative to ensure that diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of everything we do in the insurance industry. It makes sense,” says Claire Burke, panel member,  “Our workplaces and customer bases are a diverse group of people.”

Register now to hear more valuable insights in Sydney or attend live online.

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Damien Mu – Insurance Leader of the Year Award recipient.

The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is delighted to announce the winners of the 2021 Australian Insurance Industry Awards.

Despite the 2021 Awards evening not proceeding as planned, over 550 registered attendees tuned in to watch the free-to-view awards video.

Now in its 17th year, the awards celebrate the accomplishments of individuals and companies who all share a common pursuit for excellence and exceptional dedication to the Australian insurance industry.

‘Congratulations to this years’ winners and finalists – all have displayed excellence, and a commitment to professionalism over the past year,’ said Prue Willsford, ANZIIF Chief Executive Officer. The awards highlight the incredible work organisations and individuals are doing to make a difference in the community.’

‘Thank you to our diverse judging panel that have given their time to assess the submissions and to our great partners and sponsors, who continue to support the leading celebration of excellence across our whole industry and help make this year’s event possible.’

‘I’d like to thank all companies and individuals who took the time and effort to write an awards submission and I look forward to seeing you all in person next year.’

Among the awards for individual excellence, Linh Nguyen of Sedgwick was announced Young Insurance Professional of the Year, Damien Mu of AIA (Australia and New Zealand) was announced Insurance Leader of the Year, and Wayne Goodall was presented with the ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award.

2021 winners

Small Broking Company of the Year:​
Trade Risk

Medium Broking Company of the Year:
Warren Saunders Insurance Brokers

Large Broking Company of the Year:
Marsh

Authorised Representative Network of the Year:
Insurance Advisernet

Underwriting Agency of the Year:
CHU Underwriting Agencies

Small General Insurance Company of the Year:
Guild Insurance

Large General Insurance Company of the Year:
Hollard Insurance

Life Insurance Company of the Year:
MetLife Australia

Insurtech of the Year:
Codafication

Professional Services Firm of the year:
Finity

Service Provider to the Insurance Industry:
Paynters

Excellence in Workplace Diversity and Inclusion:
Hollard Insurance

Insurance Learning Program of the Year:
Sedgwick

Young Insurance Professional of the Year:
Linh Nguyen, Sedgwick

Insurance Leader of the year:
Damien Mu, AIA (Australia and New Zealand)

ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award:
Wayne Goodall

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Now in its sixteenth year, the Australian Insurance Industry’s ‘night of nights’ recognises and celebrates the accomplishment of individuals and companies spanning across the breadth of Australian insurance.

‘The Australian Insurance Awards are a platform for the industry to come together and shine light on areas of brilliance, and the positive impact we have on the community,’ says Prue Willsford, CEO of ANZIIF.

‘Every year I find myself inspired by some of the incredible achievements from individuals and companies, and their contribution to raising the standard of professionalism for the insurance and financial services industry’

‘In a digital age where the market is so competitive, it’s imperative to highlight the great things the industry is doing to better serve the public. I’d like to congratulate this year’s finalists for taking the time to submit and demonstrate such excellence in their submissions.’

This year, the 2019 awards will be held at The Star Event Centre in Sydney on 22 August.

Tickets are still available. Book your seat or table now before they sell out – Register online

The finalists for the 2019 Australian Insurance Industry Awards are:

Small-Medium Broking Company of the Year

• BAC Insurance Brokers
• Warren Saunders Insurance Brokers
• Zenith Insurance Services

Large Broking Company of the Year

• Aon
• Marsh
• MGA Insurance Group

Authorised Representative Business of the Year

• Bell Partners Insurance
• Clear Insurance
• Complete Risk Solutions
• CPR Insurance Services

Underwriting Agency of the Year

• CHU Underwriting Agencies
• Club Marine Insurance
• Emergence Insurance
• GT Insurance
• SURA Film & Entertainment

Direct General Insurance Company of the Year

• Achmea
• Lawcover
• NRMA Insurance
• Westpac General Insurance

Small – Medium General Insurance Company of the Year

• Berkley Insurance Australia
• RACT Insurance

Large General Insurance Company of the Year

• Allianz Australia
• CGU
• Hollard Insurance
• QBE
• Zurich

Life Insurance Company of the Year

• AIA Australia
• BT
• MetLife Australia
• MLC Life Insurance

Insurtech Program of the Year

• Allianz Australia
• CancerAid
• Gallagher Bassett
• MetLife Australia

Professional Services Firm of the Year

• Barry.Nilsson.
• Hall & Wilcox
• MinterEllison
• Sedgwick
• TurksLegal
• Wotton + Kearney

Service Provider to the Insurance Industry

• CoreLogic Australia
• DXC Technology
• Independent Validation Advisory Australia (IVAA)
• MJM Corporate Risk Services
• Phenix Jewellery

Excellence in Workplace Diversity and Inclusion

• AIG Australia
• CHU Underwriting Agencies
• Genworth Financial Mortgage Insurance
• Hollard Insurance
• MetLife Australia
• TAL

Insurance Learning Program of the Year

• icare
• QBE Insurance
• Sedgwick
• Suncorp

Young Insurance Professional of the Year

• John Deane, Gallagher Bassett
• Scott Duncan, Taylor Fry
• Christopher McAuliffe, Sedgwick
• Matthew McHutchison, Independent Validation Advisory Australia (IVAA)
• Linh Nguyen, Sedgwick
• Jillian Pancott, Sedgwick
• Ananya Tiwari, Proclaim
• Andrew Walsh, Sedgwick

The 2019 Australian Insurance Industry Awards were cofounded with Asia Insurance Review (AIR).

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