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Austbrokers Conference honours award winners This year’s Austbrokers Conference welcomed more than 250 industry professionals to celebrate the achievements of leading figures in the industry. The conference, hosted from May 9 – 11 at the Mantra in Salt Beach, Kingscliff, had the theme of “stronger together”, emphasising a message of resilience and relationship-building. The event featured inspirational former NSW rugby trainee Alex Noble, who was paralysed at the age of 16, and mindset coach Ben Crowe as keynote speakers. Industry brokers and partners also took part in educational breakout sessions hosted by their insurer partners.
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Winners of the Austbrokers awards were announced at a gala dinner, honouring excellence in the industry. Senior Account Manager Barry Sonter at Finsura Insurance Broking was awarded the Frank Earl Award, which recognises professionalism, continued development, mentorship, and success within the insurance industry. The Austbrokers Young Professional Award was handed to Managing Principal of Adroit Insurance and Risk Jesse Thorp, while the Austbrokers Life Adviser Award went to Austbrokers Financial Solutions Principal Ben 0 Donald.
