Announcing the 2024 Young Broker of the Year Award state finalists


Meet the state finalists of the 2024 Young Broker of the Year Award

YBOTY finalists


The National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA) is thrilled to announce the state finalists for the prestigious 2024 Young Broker of the Year Award, proudly partnered with Vero. This award, now celebrating over three decades of recognising excellence, showcases the future leaders of the insurance broking profession. 

This award celebrates the leaders of tomorrow who strive to go above and beyond, upholding the highest standards of professionalism. Meet the finalists from across the states.

“Congratulations to all the finalists,” said NIBA CEO Richard Klipin. “Thank you to the Vero team for their commitment to fostering the development of future leaders in our industry.”   

Vero head of distribution Anthony Pagano said, “It’s a privilege to recognise this remarkable group of professionals. These brokers will undoubtedly go on to be the leaders of tomorrow. The quality of our state finalists is the reason Vero is so proud to provide continuous support.”

NSW/ACT: 

  • Emily-Rose Srbinovska, Account Manager at AEI Canberra  

  • William Freitas, Managing Director at Confio Insurance 

  • Christian Athanasakis, Account Manager at Aviso Broking 

Vic/Tas: 

  • Shweta Nimkar, Client Manager – Corporate at Lockton Companies 

  • Steve Richards, Senior Account Manager at RSM Group  

  • Dion Owens, Client Executive at Honan Group

Qld: 

  • Ellen Mills, Risk Adviser at Adroit Insurance and Risk 

  • Jodie Krafft, Account Executive at WTW 

WA: 

  • Nikita Willis, Commercial Manager at Knightcorp Insurance Brokers 

  • Casey Fenton, Managing Director at Sparksure 

  • Chloe Walker, Account Manager at Oracle Group Insurance Brokers 

SA/NT: 

  • Kaitlin Munn, Account Executive at Guardian Insurance Brokers 

  • Jack Miles, Senior Account Executive at Kerrie Woodards Insurance 

  • Lachlan Birrell, Client Manager – Global and Corporate at Aon 

  • Rebecca Heatley, Account Manager at Holdfast Insurance Brokers 

 

The state winners for the 2024 Young Broker Awards will be announced at the 2024 NIBA Gala Lunch Series! As we near the end of the financial year, we invite you to join us for an afternoon filled with celebration, connection and recognition within the vibrant insurance broking community. 

Gather your colleagues and secure your table now for an afternoon filled with inspiration and networking.  

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