The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) is inviting nominations for the 2011 BIBA Young Broker of the Year Award.
The Award, which carries a cash prize of £1,500, is now in its tenth year and is designed to recognise young brokers for their outstanding performance and encourages commitment to the future professionalism of the insurance industry.
The Award will be presented on the 11 May at the 2011 BIBA conference, entitled “Opportunities in Adversity”, which is being held at Manchester Central from Wednesday 11 to Thursday 12 May.
Award judges say they are looking to reward a rising star who has made a valuable contribution for the benefit of his/her company. To be eligible, the young broker should be able to demonstrate excellent performance, initiative, team spirit, and personal progression and professional commitment to broking.
Eric Galbraith, BIBA Chief Executive, said: “It is very important that we continue to support the future generation of our profession and we are encouraging our members to nominate their younger achievers for this award. We aim to recognise the achievements of these professionals, who are dedicating themselves both on a professional and educational level.”
Entries should be submitted to an applicable BIBA region with the regional winners put forward to the national award.
The national award judges are: Ian Dickinson, Brunsdon Group LLP; Grant Scott, R A Cowen & Partners Ltd; Neil Grimshaw, Ravenhall Risk Solutions Ltd; and Kirsty Wingrove, BIBA.
The deadline for entries is Thursday 31 March 201. Brokers wishing to nominate an individual for this award are advised to contact Kirsty Wingrove on 020 7397 0224 or at wingrovek@biba.org.uk
Source : BIBA Press Release
