Tetiana is the CEO and Co-Founder of Curium, a no-code tech platform that runs end-ton-end claims and compliance. During the past 17 years Tetiana has worked for most of the large global insurers as consultant with the Boston Consulting Group and Oliver Wyman (part of Marsh McLennan Group).

She advised firms in more than 20 countries across variety of areas from strategy to operations and product design. Tetiana came to Australia in 2017 and joined Blue Zebra Insurance as Head of Claims & Operations. Having experienced the power of technology firsthand, she started Curium to enable insurers, underwriting agencies, and brokers to enter the market and scale in record time.

Yvonne is a Partner of Clyde & Co with expertise in a broad range of corporate law areas such as establishment of operations, regulatory licensing and distribution, regulatory investigations, mergers & acquisitions, corporate restructures, director’s duties, corporate governance and compliance for the insurance sector. Yvonne has been recognised as a recommended lawyer in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2021 and 2020) for Insurance and for Regulatory Investigations and Compliance (2020).

She was a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards for Partner of the Year (Big Law – 2024) and for Special Counsel of the Year (2021), and also the Lawyers Weekly 30 under 30 Awards (2018) for Commercial Law. Yvonne has been awarded the inaugural Susan Gin Scholarship to attend the William Ah Ket Leadership Program run by the ANU Centre for Asian-Australian Leadership in 2023.

Senior sales and business development manager with over 16 years experience in the Life Insurance industry (TAL & MLC) and the Tech industry (Salesforce). Louise’s ability to identify, lead and conduct sales activities means that she has the potential to make a real impact with businesses. The passion she has for the insurance industry allows her to create a collaborative environment for both her internal/external partners.

Laura is a qualified lawyer with a career spanning claims, legal and operations in insurance. She was Head of Legal and Claims at UK insurtech Superscript, where she built the claims function from scratch and set up delegated authority arrangements; Head of Knowledge at Bellrock (Steadfast Group), leading contract review, policy wordings and AI implementation; and Head of Claims at Westcor, covering TPA management, audit and reporting frameworks. She began her career at Aviva and moved from London to Sydney in 2024. At Curium she leads operations and customer success.

Malcolm is a Partner in Clyde & Co’s corporate group, and provides advice in relation to corporate, M&A, and commercial transactions, as well as complex litigation and insurance disputes.
In his corporate practice, Malcolm guides clients through mergers and acquisitions, including share sales, purchases, company buy backs, asset purchases, and transitional service arrangements. He also advises clients in relation to establishment and structuring, corporate governance matters, option agreements and intellectual property licensing arrangements, commercial arrangements, exits of shareholders, regulatory and liquidator’s investigations.

Malcolm also has a considerable depth of experience in complex litigation and insurance, and has acted in high-profile disputes across multiple jurisdictions, including class actions and claims involving professional indemnity, directors’ and officers’ liability, management liability, warranty and indemnity, financial institutions, and construction.

Mitchell Lipscombe is the COO of BAC Insurance Brokers and brings 18 years of experience across insurance broking, strategy, operations and leadership. He holds an MBA from AGSM, is a Fellow of ANZIIF, and serves on the Board of Strata Community Association NSW.

With more than 40 years in the insurance industry, Debbi Thorne is a respected figure in broking, compliance, and business leadership. In 2006, she became the first woman to receive the NIBA NSW Broker of the Year Award, a milestone that reflects her passion and commitment to the profession.

As General Manager of BMIA Broker Network, Debbi supports broker businesses to navigate regulatory change, strengthen operations, and position themselves for sustainable long-term success.

Known for her practical, down-to-earth approach and real-world insight, she is a trusted voice and passionate advocate for high professional standards and positive compliance cultures across the industry.

Simone is the CEO of Insurtech Australia, a national not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create a world leading insurtech ecosystem which aims to foster a diverse community of insurance innovation and collaboration across the Australian insurance industry.

An experienced leader in the insurance industry, Simone has held senior executive roles in both Australia and the UK. Her previous role was that of Chief Operating Officer for Munich Re in Australasia. Additionally, she was a Non-Executive Director of ANZIIF between 2018 and 2024.

Dipali is the Regulatory and Compliance Manager for Australia and New Zealand at Lloyd’s, with more than 25 years of insurance industry experience.

A qualified solicitor, she has held senior roles across complaints, risk, and compliance.

In her current role, she provides guidance to the Lloyd’s market on regulatory compliance, conduct risk, governance, and emerging regulatory issues, helping market participants navigate complex regulatory change.

Sarah is Head of Risk, Regulatory and Compliance at MIPS (Medical Indemnity Protection Society). She holds an MBA from Melbourne Business School, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD), and holds a Bachelor of Business (Economics) from La Trobe University.

Sarah’s work centres on a simple provocation to risk teams: does your risk team open with yes? She has co-led board risk appetite redesign using Six Thinking Hats methodology and scenario-based workshops and writes and speaks on the intersection of risk governance and organisational psychology.

Sarah is passionate about building risk functions that outlast any one person’s tenure and shifting risk from a gatekeeping function to a genuine commercial partner. 

As Head of Risk & Compliance at Network Insurance House, Allana Dynon steers the group’s regulatory strategy, risk frameworks, and day-to-day compliance. She’s spent over 25 years in the insurance and financial services sector, giving her a unique, big-picture view of how great governance boosts business performance. With a background in insurance broking and training assessment. Allana is passionate about creating compliance models that protect the business while empowering teams to scale confidently.

With a career spanning over three decades, Daniela has been a driving force in complaints handling and compliance management, having previously served as Complaints and Compliance Manager at AFCA and its predecessor schemes since 1995.

Her deep expertise in dispute resolution is backed by extensive experience across the financial services sector, including insurance broking and customer-owned banking. Daniela’s career also includes roles in England and Germany, giving her a broad international perspective and a nuanced understanding of regulatory environments.

She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Cologne University (Germany) and a Graduate Diploma in Finance and Investment from the Australian Securities Institute in Melbourne. Daniela is known for her strategic oversight, regulatory acumen, and clear communication style that consistently drives compliance improvements and delivers value. Her proactive leadership fosters positive outcomes and strong stakeholder engagement, making her a respected voice in the industry.

Carli Kidd is a Senior Code Compliance Analyst with the Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee (IBCCC). She leads and supports compliance reviews, investigates industry issues, and works with regulators, industry participants, and consumer representatives to strengthen industry standards and consumer outcomes.

Known for her collaborative approach, regulatory insight, and clear communication style, Carli is passionate about modern regulatory practice and applying evidence-based thinking to improve trust, transparency, and compliance outcomes across the insurance broking sector.

Experienced Distribution Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Agile Delivery, Enterprise Risk Management, Financial Risk, Business Analytics, and Business Relationship Management. Strong relationship and operations professional with a proven track record of delivery with a Masters of Risk and Insurance (MIns & Risk Mgt) focused in Insurance and Risk Management from Deakin University.

Richard Klipin is an experienced CEO and financial services leader serving as Chief Executive Officer of the National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA). He has led strategic transformation and growth across peak industry bodies, banks, and insurance organisations in both Australia and New Zealand.

Richard brings a strong track record in community building, stakeholder engagement, and policy advocacy. He is a trusted spokesperson for the industry, regularly engaging with government, media, and regulators on key sector issues. His leadership is underpinned by a commitment to professionalism, purpose-driven strategy, and collaboration.

He holds an MBA from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management, along with qualifications in arts and education.

Drew Schnehage is an insurance industry leader, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for people development, with more than 20 years of experience across underwriting, claims, fleet accident management, offshoring, and business transformation.

Originally from South Africa, Drew founded and owned Aquarius Underwriting Managers before building a successful career across Australia and international markets. She has held senior leadership roles with leading insurance organisations and is widely recognised for connecting talented people, innovative thinking, and practical solutions to achieve exceptional business outcomes.

Drew is the Chairperson of Women in Fleet Management (WIFM) and a Founding Committee Member of the UAC Leadership Academy Class of 2026, reflecting her commitment to developing future leaders and creating opportunities for others to succeed.

On 1 September 2026, Drew launches Clarion Claims, an independent claims and fleet accident management business focused on delivering transparent, technology-enabled solutions for insurers, fleets, brokers, and corporate clients.

At her core, Drew believes that success is built on relationships, resilience, and a willingness to embrace change.

“Passion gives you purpose, but resilience keeps you moving when the road gets tough. The greatest opportunities often come from the challenges we choose not to give up on.”

Vasyl Myroshnychenko resumed the role as the Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia on April 1, 2022. Prior to that, he served as a member of the Supervisory Board of the Ukrainian Institute, a cultural diplomacy outfit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

Prior to joining the Foreign Service in March 2022, he was an active business and civil society leader for two decades.

He was a Chevening Scholar and earned MSc in Politics of the World Economy from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 2006. He also holds two degrees in international relations from Institute of International Relations, Kyiv National Shevchenko University.
Vasyl has two children Yaroslava (22) and Yurii (8) and is married to Liana.

Andrew Horton is a strategic adviser, company director and experienced Board Chair with more than 30 years’ experience at the intersection of emerging technology, risk and geopolitics. A former Director and Chief Operating Officer of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) and Chair of ASPI USA in Washington DC, he is a recognised voice on artificial intelligence, cyber security and the strategic forces reshaping regulated industries.

As a founder, chief executive and investor, Andrew has built, scaled and transformed technology businesses in complex, regulated environments, including leading an ASX-listed company. He has navigated public markets, acquisitions, turnarounds and periods of profound industry change – experience that grounds his advice in the practical realities of running organisations under pressure, not theory.

Today, Andrew advises boards, executives and investors on AI governance, cyber resilience, sovereign capability and geopolitical risk, helping organisations anticipate change early and convert uncertainty into confident, deliberate strategy. A sought-after commentator and speaker on technology statecraft and institutional resilience, he draws on stories and parallels from three
decades across corporate, government and national security environments – what worked, what failed, and what today’s leaders can take from both.

Andrew challenges leaders to look beyond disruption and prepare deliberately for the risks – and opportunities – that will define the decade ahead.

Katrina Shanks is Chief Executive Officer of the Australia and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF), leading its mission to raise professional standards across the insurance and financial services sectors through education, advocacy, and collaboration.

A chartered accountant, Katrina’s career spans audit, fund management, banking and governance. She owned her own accountancy practice before entering Parliament, where she chaired select committees and contributed to significant financial services reform.

Prior to ANZIIF, she was the inaugural CEO of Financial Advice New Zealand, uniting three industry bodies and strengthening the voice of financial advisers nationwide. Her leadership has consistently focused on policy development, professionalism and consumer trust. At ANZIIF, she champions capability building, inclusion, and future readiness, ensuring the industry continues to serve communities with skill and integrity.

Katrina’s strategic insight and commitment to people development make her a respected and influential leader across Australia and New Zealand.

Specialize on dispute resolution, conflict management, people leadership, stakeholder engagement, adaptability, innovative problem-solving, claims management (property, motor, liability).

Suneet holds a Master’s in International Hospitality Management from Auckland, New Zealand.

Suneet’s professional journey is marked by versatility and growth. He began his career as a chef, dedicating seven years to the culinary arts. Transitioning into the financial sector, he worked with ANZ in New Zealand and NAB in Australia, specialising in high-value and complex files over a seven-year period. For the past seven years, Suneet has been immersed in the insurance industry, focusing on claims across property, motor, and liability, where he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction. Suneet joined Assetinsure in May 2022.

Kimberley Jonsson is the Chief Executive Officer of CHU Underwriting Agencies, Australia’s leading strata insurance specialist. With more than two decades of experience in the insurance industry, she has built a reputation as a transformational leader who combines commercial performance with a deep commitment to developing people and strengthening the industries she serves.

Since being appointed CEO in 2020, Kimberley has led CHU through a period of sustained growth, innovation and strategic evolution, reinforcing its position as the market leader in strata insurance while preparing the organisation for the future challenges facing property owners and communities across Australia.

Kimberley holds an MBA and is a Fellow and Director of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF). Through her board role and broader industry involvement, she contributes to the advancement of professional standards, leadership capability and innovation across the insurance sector.

Her leadership extends beyond organisational success. Through initiatives focused on cyber resilience, sustainability and industry capability, Kimberley continues to influence how the insurance sector responds to emerging risks and opportunities. She is recognised as a trusted industry voice and a leader committed to leaving both her organisation and profession stronger than she found them.

Andrew Silcox has been involved in the Australian insurance industry for more than 20 years, developing a strong understanding of its people, environment and evolving landscape. With experience across marketing, communications and publishing, he brings a well-rounded view to the issues shaping the sector.

As Managing Director of Insurance News, Andrew helps oversee the publication’s operations and contributes to its goal of providing timely, relevant coverage of the challenges and developments affecting the industry. He maintains strong industry relationships and is focused on ensuring the publication continues to reflect the issues that matter across Australia and New Zealand.