Congratulations to the 2026 Winners
Honouring Outstanding Individuals
The evening's highest honours celebrated exceptional leadership, lasting contributions and emerging talent shaping the future of New Zealand's insurance profession.
- Richard Russell, Gallagher, received the ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of more than six decades of service to the insurance industry and his enduring contribution to professional standards and broker education in New Zealand.
- Anika Thomasson, Sedgwick New Zealand, was named Young Insurance Professional of the Year, recognised for her technical expertise, leadership and commitment to supporting the next generation of insurance professionals.
2026 Award Winners
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| Broker Network of the Year |
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Claims Team of the Year Sponsored by
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| Financial Advice Provider/Authorised Body of the Year |
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Insurtech Start-up of the Year Sponsored by
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Small-Medium Broking Company of the Year Sponsored by
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| Large Broking Company of the Year |
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General Insurance Company of the Year Sponsored by
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Life Insurance Company of the Year Sponsored by
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| Professional Services Firm of the Year |
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| Service Provider to the Insurance Industry |
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Underwriting Agency of the Year Sponsored by
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Young Insurance Professional of the Year Sponsored by
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| ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award |
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Awards Photos Coming Soon!
Relive the highlights of the 14th New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards! Official event photos will be available in the coming days.
Check back soon to view, download and share your favourite moments from the night.
2026 Winners Booklet
Thank You for Celebrating With Us
Thank you to everyone who participated in and attended the 14th New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards. Congratulations to all our winners and finalists, and thank you to our sponsors and supporters for making the evening a success.
Submissions closed on 9 August.
Award Categories & Criteria
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Broker Network of the Year
Broker Network of the Year
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Claims Team of the Year
Claims Team of the Year
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Financial Advice Provider/Authorised Body of the Year
Financial Advice Provider/Authorised Body of the Year
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Insurtech Start-up of the Year
Insurtech Start-up of the Year
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Small-Medium Broking Company of the Year
Small-Medium Broking Company of the Year
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Large Broking Company of the Year
Large Broking Company of the Year
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General Insurance Company of the Year
General Insurance Company of the Year
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Life Insurance Company of the Year
Life Insurance Company of the Year
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Professional Services Firm of the Year
Professional Services Firm of the Year
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Service Provider to the Insurance Industry
Service Provider to the Insurance Industry
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Underwriting Agency of the Year
Underwriting Agency of the Year
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Young Insurance Professional of the Year
Young Insurance Professional of the Year
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ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award
ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award
Thank you to our sponsors
Explore how partnering with ANZIIF in 2026 connects your organisation with insurance professionals, decision-makers and future leaders. Discover partnership opportunities and get in touch to start the conversation. Please contact Barbara Maruno, Partnerships Manager.
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Finalists for the 14th New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards
| Award Category | Company |
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| Broker Network of the Year |
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Claims Team of the Year sponsored by
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| Financial Advice Provider/Authorised Body of the Year |
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General Insurance Company of the Year sponsored by
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Insurtech Start-up of the Year sponsored by
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| Large Broking Company of the Year |
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Life Insurance Company of the Year sponsored by
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| Professional Services Firm of the Year |
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| Service Provider to the Insurance Industry |
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Small-Medium Broking Company of the Year sponsored by
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Underwriting Agency of the Year sponsored by
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Young Insurance Professional of the Year sponsored by
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