The British Insurance Awards 2010

Now in their 16th year, the British Insurance Awards are based on a partnership between the judges, the magazines involved, the sponsors and the organisers. The awards showcase top class performance and innovation, they reward achievement and they raise standards.

The judging panel of market experts and practitioners, analysts, consultants, industry commentators, and political and trade union representatives have a genuine expertise in each category, ensuring that the expertise is shared by at least 2 judges to spread the load and to ensure that no prejudices, gaps in knowledge of conflicts of interest cloud the decision-making process.

Success at the Awards has become the benchmark by which the industry judges itself. Each year the finalists and members of the industry gather at the gala evening to celebrate the success of the past year. The awards evening is one of the most noted and spectacular events in the insurance industry’s calendar attracting leading figures in the industry.

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Here are just some of the many testimonials received from last year's sponsors and winners:

"Kennedy's is proud of its long assoication with the British Insurance Awards and sponsorship of the Service Provider of the Year Award. Kennedys believes that creativity and innovation is a crucial element when responding to the challanges and market demand of our clients and as such forms an integral part of our business strategy and objectives. We are delighted to continue our support of these awards".

Martin Ric, Chief Executive, Kennedys

"Plexus law, part of the Parabis Group is delighted to once again to be continuing our sponsorship of the BIA Major Loss Award. The very nature of this award dictates that the recipient has excelled in managing a large and complex claim that significantly exceeds the normal scope of activities.

The award allows us to recognise and reward excellence within our industy and we are very proud to remain as a presenting sponsor."

Tim Oliver, Chief Executive Officer, The Parabis Group

"Being the winner - Life Insurer of the Year 2009 - is not only a fantastic achievement, it's a high honour as these awards are the most prestigious and sought after in the industry. Success at the awards has become the benchmark by which the industry judges itself, and they are attended by the leading figures in the industry. We all feel incredibly proud of what we have achieved knowing it has been awarded for our continued focus on our customers".

Jonathan Williams, Intermediary Promotions, Zurich Financial Services

Dates for the Diary

1st September 2009

Deadline for 2009 sponsors to renew sponsorship for the 2010 awards. Companies interested in sponsorship should notify Rob Richardson as soon as possible

December 2009 - April 2010

Extensive campaign in print and online by Post Magazine, Professional Broking, Insurance Age and Reinsurance promoting awareness of the awards and inviting companies to enter the awards. Entry forms will be distributed in Post Magazine and Professional Broking, via a direct mail campaign and online.

April 1st 2010

Closing date for entries – there will be several announcements in Post Magazine, Professional Broking, Insurance Age and Reinsurance, on their websites, on www.insuranceawards.com and via daily, weekly and monthly email bulletins.

April – June 2010

Extensive campaign in Post Magazine, Professional Broking and Reinsurance inviting guests to book tables.

June 2nd 2010

Finalists’ Reception at The Merchant Taylor's Hall, London and announcement of finalists in Post Magazine.

July 7th 2010

Award ceremony at The Royal Albert Hall, London.