Professional risks specialist Matt Kuc of Austbrokers Countrywide in Melbourne has won the inaugural Austbrokers Frank Earl Platinum Award.

Frank Earl, who died last year, was a prominent Sydney broker and industry leader who served as a director of Austbrokers.

National Manager Marketing and Product Development Greg MacDonald told insuranceNEWS.com.au Mr Kuc “epitomises the criteria set for the award”.

Four state finalists from NSW, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria were judged on the criteria of growth, innovation, relationships, education and procedural effectiveness.

Mr Kuc receives airfares for two to London, accommodation plus $5000 in spending money.