The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) has announced the newest winners of its Making a Difference recognition awards.

Flex Insurance Team Leader Sara Rusdiah won in the underwriting category, while Tower Head of Pacific Operations Ali Wilkinson won the claims award and AIA Rehabilitation and Wellbeing Manager Karen Robertson won the life prize.

“This award gives credibility to what I do professionally,” Ms Rusdiah said. “Being able to champion the things you care most about is one of the greatest personal rewards that can come out of anyone’s career journey. I would highly encourage others to participate in this award.”

The three winners, professionals who have gone “above and beyond,” were announced at the UAC Adelaide Expo, ANZIIF Group Life Seminar and AICLA/ANZIIF Claims Convention.

“It is important to celebrate professionalism, highlight great initiatives and recognise excellence in our own industry, as well as being a platform to promote insurance to a wider professional community,” ANZIIF CEO Prue Willsford said.

All winners will receive a profile on the ANZIIF website under the Professional Development section and a prize valued at $500.

Auckland-based Frank Risk Management Senior Broker Anna Parker previously won this year’s Making a Difference Award New Zealand.

The general insurance and broking categories are still open for submissions until November 7 here.