Celebrating excellence in leadership
The Geneva Association Women in Insurance Award, now in its 6th year, honours women who exemplify outstanding leadership and strategic vision. It recognises those who not only drive change and achieve results but also inspire the next generation of leaders across the insurance industry.
Do you know someone who's shaping the future of insurance?
Whether through bold, industry-shaping strategies, customer-first innovation, or purpose-driven societal initiatives, nominees will have made a measurable impact. Above all, they embody the leadership, clarity, and drive that elevate the entire sector.
- 15 September 2025: Deadline for nominations, submitted by a senior representative of the nominee’s present employer (insurance company)
- November 2025: Selection committee interviews award finalists
- December 2025: Winner announced
- June 2026: Award ceremony
How do I nominate someone?
The application requires that you upload a letter of recommendation from the company. The letter should contain data to support the nomination: figures on how much revenue the nominee generated through her initiatives, how many direct reports she has, etc.
You may also include optional attachments: the nominee's CV, biography, job description and/or additional references.
If you have any questions, email wia@genevaassociation.org.
Who is eligible to be nominated?
Women in executive management positions in the insurance industry who exemplify outstanding leadership.
Applicants do not have to be from the companies of the GA's CEO members. A woman from any insurance company in any country around the world may be nominated.
Brokers and agents are not eligible for nomination.
Who is eligible to submit a nomination?
Nominations must come from the nominee's company. Concretely, a senior representative of the company (senior vice president or above) or someone from the company's human resources department may submit the nomination.
May companies nominate more than one of their employees for the award?
Yes. There is no maximum number of nominees allowed per company. However, please note the company must provide an official letter of recommendation for each nominee.
Can I nominate myself?
No (see above), self-nominations will not be considered.
Is there a fee to submit a nomination?
No, we do not charge a fee to nominate someone. Furthermore, nominees and the winner do not incur any costs related to the award.
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