PRMA Summit Awards celebrate outstanding professionals who are making an impact in the high net worth insurance space. From brokers and underwriters to claims experts, loss prevention leaders, and DEI trailblazers, these awards honor excellence across every corner of our industry. PRMA Summit Awards shine a spotlight on those who lead with innovation, integrity, and a commitment to advancing our profession.
Emerging Leader Award
Recognizes an individual in the early stage of their insurance career who has shown outstanding promise for future industry leadership.
Dow Underwriting Excellence Award
Recognizes an underwriter who has demonstrated superior knowledge of the underwriting field.
JoAnn Heltibridle Award
Recognizes an insurance professional who stands for client service excellence.
Distinguished Claims Professional Award
Recognizes an individual who exemplifies excellence in navigating complex property claims, particularly during catastrophic events or significant losses.
Loss Prevention Leader Award
Recognizes an individual who exemplifies excellence in identifying, mitigating, and managing risk for high-net-worth clients.
LaTanya Simmons Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award
Recognizes an organization who has introduced a diversity, equity & inclusion initiative within their HNW insurance segment.
Congratulations to our 2025 PRMA Award Winners!
Dow Underwriting Excellence Award Winner:
Kiersten Fischer, The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
Emerging Leader Award Winner:
Stacey Hansen, USI Insurance Services
JoAnn Heltibridle Award Winner:
Carolyn Schaefer, Brown & Brown
Loss Prevention Leader Award Winner:
Willy Hammond, Alliant
Distinguished Claims Professional Award Winner:
Daniel Strozberg, Alliant
Industry Leader Award Winner:
Jim Kane, USI Insurance Services
Chapter of the Year Award Winner:
Canadian Chapter
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiative Award Winner:
Berkley One
2025 ACPRIA & CPRIA Graduates
