IAG New Zealand Senior Consultant Fraud Analytics Catherine Cumpstone has won a $NZ10,000 ($9,100) industry scholarship with her submission on the benefits and risks of technology and regulation changes.

The Insurance Council of New Zealand and Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance Scholarship will allow her to attend an international conference or seminar.

“Catherine’s submission was extremely well received by the judges because she provided a breadth of fresh thinking and original thought,” institute CEO Prue Willsford said.

The annual scholarship recognises industry participants with the potential to become leaders and provides development opportunities for young professionals.