icare has named the 10 recipients of its one-off “Industry Champion” awards in recognition of their contributions to the delivery of insurance and care services during the past year.

The NSW state insurer has previously announced the special program, having cancelled its annual Care and Service Excellence Awards (CASE) 2020 event because of the COVID-19 disruption to the business community.

“We are proud to recognise the achievements of our Industry Champions,” GM Employer Engagement Geoff Henderson said.

“Following a year of extraordinary challenges, their commitment to achieving the best outcomes for injured people and employers is greatly valued, especially in the current environment where safety and service are paramount.”

The “Industry Champion” winners from the following five categories are:

Young Professional of the Year

• Jake Turvey, IPAR Rehabilitation
• Neven, EML (full name withheld)

Outstanding Care & Service (Rehabilitation and Support)

• Linda Byrnes, Rehab Management
• Ivy Wang, Kairros

Outstanding Care & Service (Care and Support)

• Michelle Hakeem, GIO
• Paul Hillard, Allianz Australia

Excellence & Innovation in Injury Management

• Rehab Management Innovation Team, Rehab Management
• Connect and Care Program Project Team, QBE Insurance Australia and NSW Department of Communities and Justice - Youth Justice

Excellence in Improving Employer Performance

• Aaron Boyes and Matthew Counsel, Altius Group
• Gallagher Workplace Risk and Trend Laboratories PTY Ltd (trading as TrendPac)