The National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA) says CEO Phil Kewin has resigned from the role and will leave the organisation in April.
 
Mr Kewin joined NIBA in 2021 and after a transition period took over the CEO role from Dallas Booth in November that year. Previously he was CEO of the Association of Financial Advisers.
 
“Phil's impact on NIBA over the past few years cannot be understated,” President Gary Okely said today.
 
“Under Phil's leadership, NIBA successfully responded to the Quality of Advice Review, implemented a new, industry-leading Code of Practice, revitalised engagement with members across Australia, and launched the Insure Your Future initiative.”
 
NIBA has already initiated an executive search for a new CEO and says it will keep members informed as the process continues.
 
“While it is disappointing to bid farewell to Phil, we respect his decision, and on behalf of the board, I want to express our sincere appreciation for the immense value he has brought to NIBA,” Mr Okely said.
 
Mr Kewin says he plans to move to London to be with his partner, who already lives in the UK capital, and will look for his next role there.
 
“It’s bitter-sweet because I’ve met some fantastic people and I’m proud of what’s been achieved,” he told insuranceNEWS.com.au today.
 
“You want to leave a place in a better position than when you arrived and I believe we have done that.
 
“I’ve had amazing support from [former president] Di Phelan, President Gary Okely, the NIBA board and membership.”
 
Mr Kewin has extensive financial services experience. Previous roles have also included GM of Life and Investments at Zurich Australia and he ran his own financial planning business.