Submissions are now open for 2024
ANZIIF introduced the Allianz Donna Walker Awards in 2021 to shine a light on individuals who have contributed significantly to the development of insurance professionalism and promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the industry.
The award recognises excellence in two categories: Inspiring Leadership and Emerging Talent in the industry.
- You may nominate a colleague/peer or self-nominate
- Entries are open to everyone working in the insurance industry, regardless of sector or personal identification
- Entries MUST be 1,500 words or less.
Winners receive a $1000 cash prize, a digital badge and a profile on the ANZIIF website to recognise their contribution to industry.
Submissions close Monday 15 April, 5pm (AEST)
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These Awards are in memory of Donna Walker
Donna was a much loved and respected member of the Insurance Community. She was appointed to the ANZIIF Board in March 2017 and was highly regarded across the industry, having developed a wealth of knowledge during her expansive career.
Donna championed and supported diversity within the insurance industry and was an early supporter of flexible working programs including her participation in diversity and inclusion groups at both IAG and Allianz. Donna was an admired professional and respected leader, who displayed warmth, genuine care and dedication in her professional and personal life. She was a regular speaker at industry events, and was a friend of ANZIIF for many years.
Winners will be announced at the Diversity and Inclusion Luncheon 28 May
Hear from the 2023 winners
Natalie Hingco Perez, Manager, Internal Audit at IAG
Breaking the barriers Natalie Hingco Perez
Kate Murray, Executive and Professional Lines Liability Underwriter at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance New Zealand
Kate Murray Takes Home 2023 Donna Walker Award
Read about industry leaders and champions of change:
- Joint Donna Walker Award for Inspiring Leadership — Jo Broomhall
- Joint Allianz Donna Walker Award for Inspiring Leadership Goes to Hoa Bui
- Emerging Talent — Donna Walker Award-winner Shannen de la Motte
- ANZIIF Donna Walker Award Honours an Extraordinary Professional
- 2023 International Women's Day (IWD) panel — a celebration of talent development
Previous Winners
Inspiring Leadership 2023
Congratulations to the winner of the Inspiring Leadership category
Natalie Perez, IAG
Breaking the barriers Natalie Hingco Perez
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Emerging Talent 2023
Congratulations to the winner of the Emerging Talent category
Kate Murray, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance New Zealand
Kate Murray Takes Home 2023 Donna Walker Award
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Inspiring Leadership 2022
Congratulations to the winner of the Inspiring Leadership category
Alexandra Slimming, Honan Insurance Group
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Emerging Talent 2022
Congratulations to the winner of the Emerging Talent category
Rachel Hardy, IAG
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Inspiring Leadership 2021
Congratulations to the joint winners of the Inspiring Leadership category
Hoa Bui, Managing Director - Bui Advisory and Non-Executive Director at AIA
Jo Broomhall, Executive General Manager - IPAR
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Emerging Talent 2021
Congratulations to the winner of the Emerging Talent category
Shannen de la Motte, Junior Legal Counsel - AIG
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Submissions are now open for 2024
ANZIIF introduced the Allianz Donna Walker Awards in 2021 to shine a light on individuals who have contributed significantly to the development of insurance professionalism and promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the industry.
The award recognises excellence in two categories: Inspiring Leadership and Emerging Talent in the industry.
- You may nominate a colleague/peer or self-nominate
- Entries are open to everyone working in the insurance industry, regardless of sector or personal identification
- Entries MUST be 1,500 words or less.
Winners receive a $1000 cash prize, a digital badge and a profile on the ANZIIF website to recognise their contribution to industry.
Submissions close Monday 15 April, 5pm (AEST)
Proudly sponsored by
These Awards are in memory of Donna Walker
Donna was a much loved and respected member of the Insurance Community. She was appointed to the ANZIIF Board in March 2017 and was highly regarded across the industry, having developed a wealth of knowledge during her expansive career.
Donna championed and supported diversity within the insurance industry and was an early supporter of flexible working programs including her participation in diversity and inclusion groups at both IAG and Allianz. Donna was an admired professional and respected leader, who displayed warmth, genuine care and dedication in her professional and personal life. She was a regular speaker at industry events, and was a friend of ANZIIF for many years.
Winners will be announced at the Diversity and Inclusion Luncheon 28 May
Hear from the 2023 winners
Natalie Hingco Perez, Manager, Internal Audit at IAG
Breaking the barriers Natalie Hingco Perez
Kate Murray, Executive and Professional Lines Liability Underwriter at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance New Zealand
Kate Murray Takes Home 2023 Donna Walker Award
Read about industry leaders and champions of change:
- Joint Donna Walker Award for Inspiring Leadership — Jo Broomhall
- Joint Allianz Donna Walker Award for Inspiring Leadership Goes to Hoa Bui
- Emerging Talent — Donna Walker Award-winner Shannen de la Motte
- ANZIIF Donna Walker Award Honours an Extraordinary Professional
- 2023 International Women's Day (IWD) panel — a celebration of talent development
Previous Winners