NIBA announces Paul Reis as the 2024 NIBA Community Excellence Member of the Year

The 2024 NIBA Community Excellence Member of the Year was awarded to Paul Reis from Austbrokers Comsure

NIBA announced the winner of the Liberty Specialty Markets-partnered 2024 NIBA Community Excellence Member of the Year award at the NIBA Convention at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Monday, 21 October.  

The award aims to recognise NIBA members who have made exceptional efforts to help clients or positively contribute to their community. It also underlines the importance of members' contributions that go beyond their regular work responsibilities and highlights the value of charity and community service. NIBA thanks the judging panel of industry leaders for this award, including Emma Keegan, Co-Chair, Vic Divisional Committee, NIBA, Steven Hill, Board Director, NIBA, and Richard Klipin, CEO, NIBA.  

 NIBA CEO Richard Klipin thanked Liberty Specialty Markets as continuing partners of this award. 

"Brokers have an important role in helping communities get back on their feet and thrive," Richard said.  

 "Thank you to award partners Liberty Specialty Markets in helping shine a spotlight on those hidden community champions who have gone the extra mile in supporting their local community." 

The 2024 NIBA Community Excellence Member of the Year was awarded to Paul Reis from Austbrokers Comsure.  

Peter O'Leary, Vice President - Relationship Management & Marketing, Liberty Specialty Markets, said, "Paul has demonstrated a level of dedication that goes above and beyond in giving back to the community. He has provided extensive service as the Club Chaplain with the Brisbane Lions Football Club and volunteered his time to raise awareness about challenging issues facing the community, such as domestic violence, mental health and supporting individuals experiencing personal loss."  

Richard congratulated Paul and the rest of the finalists.  

"My congratulations to the winner, Paul, and the rest of the finalists, including Don and Justine." 

The role of an insurance broker is to be a trusted partner, helping Australian families, communities and businesses to manage risk and thrive. Through its awards program, NIBA is proud to recognise brokers elevating the standards of professionalism.  

2024 NIBA Community Excellence Member of the Year  

Winner: Paul Reis, Austbrokers Comsure 

Finalists: Don Shields, Geelong Insurance Brokers, Justine Keech, Yield Insurance