Media Release Wednesday 04 March 2020 Submissions open for 2020 ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards Submissions are now open for the 17th Australian Insurance Industry Awards, hosted by the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF). This is the insurance industry’s night of nights, celebrating the accomplishments of individuals and businesses in Australia. The awards will take place at The Star Event Centre in Sydney on August 27, 2020. ‘The Australian Insurance Industry Awards bring the industry together to reflect on the year that was, and celebrate the success and accomplishments of Australia’s most talented individuals, innovators and organisations contributing to the growth of the insurance industry,’ says Prue Willsford, CEO of ANZIIF. ‘We are currently seeing the largest legislative change to financial services in 30 years following the Hayne Royal Commission. It is incredibly pleasing to see proactive collaboration from industry in tackling challenges and contributing to building professional standards. This is something that deserves to be celebrated and our awards are the perfect platform.’ ‘I encourage you to apply and participate in this wonderful celebration of our industry.’ ANZIIF has introduced a new category for 2020 – General Insurance Claims Team of the Year. This award recognises a claims team that has demonstrated excellent technical skills, strong claims results and outstanding customer service during 2019. 2020 ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards categories: Small Broking Company of the Year Medium Broking Company of the Year Large Broking Company of the Year Authorised Representative Network of the Year Underwriting Agency of the Year General Insurance Claims Team of the Year Small General Insurance Company of the Year Medium General Insurance Company of the Year Large General Insurance Company of the Year Life Insurance Company of the Year Insurtech of the Year Professional Services Firm of the Year Service Provider to the Insurance Industry Excellence in Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Insurance Learning Program of the Year Young Insurance Professional of the Year Insurance Leader of the Year ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award Submissions close Friday 1 May 2020. Entering the annual Australian Insurance Industry Awards is a great way to showcase your achievements, gain recognition for your successes and promote your business to staff and customers. Award submissions are open to all companies operating in the Australian insurance industry. The Australian Insurance Industry Awards were founded by co-partners Asia Insurance Review (AIR) and ANZIIF For more information, please contact: Ari Charilaou | Corporate Communications Coordinator | ANZIIF | E: [email protected] ABOUT ANZIIF The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is the leading membership body and provider of education, training and professional development services to the insurance industry in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 1884, ANZIIF has more than 18,000 members in over 50 countries. With offices in Australia, New Zealand and China, ANZIIF works to promote and support lifelong learning through education, thought leadership, professional development events and ANZIIF’s publication, The Journal. Through our activities, we aim to help members achieve their career and corporate aspirations and to contribute to the success of the insurance and financial services industries. Visit anziif.com for more information .