NIBA Announces the Winner of the 2026 Vic/Tas Young Broker of the Year Award
Media Release
The state winner for the 2026 Vic/Tas Young Broker of the Year award was announced today by the National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA).
The award was presented at the 2026 NIBA Vic Gala Lunch on Friday, 17 July at The Sofitel in Melbourne to a packed room of over 540 professionals.
The Vero-partnered 2026 Vic/Tas Young Broker of the Year award was awarded to Alyssa Sanfilippo from Lockton Companies Australia.
The Young Broker of the Year award celebrates high standards of professionalism for brokers under 35 years of age.
NIBA CEO Richard Klipin congratulated the winner and acknowledged the finalists: “Alyssa should be very proud of this result. The standard was exceptionally high, I want to recognise every finalist for the dedication they continue to bring to this profession,” Richard said.
NIBA President Nick Cook noted the importance of the award program: “Through our awards program, NIBA is proud to spotlight the depth of talent coming through the ranks in our profession.”
Megan Lewis, Veroʼs State Distribution Manager for Vic/Tas said, “Alyssa has built an impressive career with a strong focus on client advocacy and professional growth. She brings energy, professionalism and a clear sense of purpose to her work, and weʼre proud to continue backing exceptional brokers like her."
Alyssa will now go on to compete for the national Young Broker of the Year award.
The national Vero-partnered Young Broker of the Year will be chosen from the five state winners and announced in October at the 2026 NIBA Convention.
2026 Vic/Tas Awards
Young Broker of the Year
Winner: Alyssa Sanfilippo, Lockton Companies Australia
Finalists: Jessica Cudia, Simplex Insurance Solutions; Ashleigh Woodman, Lockton Companies Australia