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Awards › Broker Awards › Broker of the Year Award

About the Award

The National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA) annually recognises excellence in the insurance broking profession through the prestigious Broker of the Year Award.

This award honours Stephen Ball, former JLT Australia Chairman and NIBA President, whose leadership and contributions left a lasting impact on the industry. Proudly supported by CGU, the award celebrates brokers who exemplify professionalism, integrity, and outstanding client advocacy.

NIBA recognises exceptional brokers across five regions:

  • New South Wales/Australian Capital Territory
  • Queensland
  • South Australia/Northern Territory
  • Victoria/Tasmania
  • Western Australia

Each regional winner advances as a finalist for the national Broker of the Year title, with the ultimate winner receiving the Stephen Ball Memorial Trophy, announced at the NIBA Convention.

 

The Journey

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1. Nomination

Nominate yourself or a deserving broker via the NIBA website.

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2. Submission

Complete a submission showcasing how you meet the award criteria.

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3.Shortlist

If selected, you’ll move forward as a state finalist contender.

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4. State Interviews

Meet with a panel of three judges for a face-to-face interview in your state.

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5. State Winner Announces

Attend your state’s Gala Lunch, where the winner is revealed.

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6. National Panel Interview

State winners are interviewed by a national panel in Sydney.

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7. CGU On-Country Experience

Share an exclusive country experience with your fellow state winners.

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8. National Winner Announced

Celebrate as the national winner is announced at the NIBA Convention.

Key Dates

Entrants must be available to participate in their state’s Award Panel Interview and Gala Lunch, as well as all other award activities as outlined below.

Date
Events
3 February
Nominations open
14 March
Nomination close
28 March
Submissions close
21 March - 17 April
Submissions reviewed by NIBA Divisional Committees
28 April - 9 May
Shortlisted candidates
15 May
State panel interviews in capital cities
9 - 25 July
State winners announced at Gala Lunch Series
September (TBC)
National Award Panel Interviews
September (TBC)
CGU On-Country Experience*
21 October
NIBA Convention, Gold Coast

* Details to be confirmed.

*The award is sponsored by Insurance Australia Limited (ABN 11 000 016 722), trading as CGU Insurance. Acceptance of the award is subject to the sponsor’s prize terms and conditions.

To be eligible, nominees must meet the following:
  • Be an individual member of NIBA and hold the designation of QPIB or Fellow.
  • Hold a full Diploma of Insurance Broking.
  • Have a minimum of 3 out of the last 5 years of broking experience in Australia.
  • Applicants must be available to participate in all award activities as outlined in the key dates below.
Previous entrants and winners:
  • Past entrants to the award can re-enter.
  • Previous winners (state or national) will not be eligible for the award.

Being an inspirational representative for the broking profession

  • Commitment to advancing the insurance broking profession through participation in committees, mentoring, and industry events, fostering growth and collaboration.
  • Meaningful contributions to your team’s success and cohesion.

Demonstrated professionalism in broking practice

  • A strong commitment to professionalism and integrity in client relationships.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, ethical relationships with insurers.
  • Ongoing commitment to professional development and continuous learning.

Demonstrated contribution to the broader community

  • Demonstrated positive impact on the broader community through your contributions.

At a state level, nominees are evaluated based on:

  • Strength of submission: 25%
  • Panel interview: 75%

At a national level, finalists are assessed on:

  • Panel interview: 75%
  • Participation and contribution in the CGU On-Country Experience: 25%
  • Anyone in the insurance industry can nominate a broker
  • Anyone in the insurance industry working as a broker can self-nominate

State Winners

State winners will go on to:

  • Participate in the CGU On-Country Experience
  • Attend the NIBA Convention

The CGU On-Country Immersive Experienced and Capability Building Workshop is an immersive three-day, two-night program, exclusively designed for an intimate cohort for the five state NIBA Broker of the Year winners and five senior CGU leaders. The program aims to foster a deep understanding of Indigenous partner organisations in regional Australia through guided regional tours, exclusive insights, and unique interactive experiences with exceptional Indigenous organisations.

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National Winner

CGU strives to back and reward broker ambition through education and insights. The 2025 NIBA Broker of the Year will receive a 4-day executive education course at NYU Stern Business School during the Autumn class period April – June 2026.

Why NYU Stern?

Short executive courses at NYU Stern are designed for ambitious business professionals and high-potential managers to retool, advance, and expand their skills and knowledge in an ever-changing world. Participants come from more than 50 countries across six continents, immersing students in a diverse professional cohort that promises to stretch their thinking.

NYU Stern’s world-class faculty and over 100 years of business education back up an assurance that graduates will emerge from their intensive courses better equipped to master the challenges and opportunities of both their corporate environment and industry.

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For full prize details and terms & conditions

national winners

2025 Broker of the Year

Caleb Richards
Gallagher

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