Celebrating Excellence at the Insurance Broker Awards 2026
The Insurance Broker Awards 2026 brought together the UK insurance broking community on Thursday 24 September, celebrating the organisations, teams and individuals making a difference across the industry.
Following a highly competitive judging process led by an independent panel of industry experts, this year’s awards recognised achievement across innovation, customer service, leadership, technology, employment and excellence in insurance broking.
Congratulations to all of this year’s winners, highly commended recipients and finalists.
Host & Entertainment
Guests were welcomed by comedian and presenter Ivo Graham, who hosted the evening and brought his trademark humour and energy to the celebrations.
Following the awards ceremony, guests enjoyed live entertainment from Lux Collective, rounding off an evening of celebration, networking and recognition across the insurance broking community.
Your 2026 Insurance Broker Awards winners
Startup of the Year
A strong demonstration of what a young business can achieve, Trigger Parametric impressed the judges with its clear differentiation, compelling proposition and promising potential for continued development.
Best Employer of the Year
DOA Underwriting stood out for its commitment to developing people, supporting wellbeing and creating meaningful opportunities, demonstrating a genuine focus on creating a workplace where people can thrive.
InsurTech of the Year
Hotspot Cover impressed the judges with a compelling example of innovation in insurance, combining a clear understanding of client needs with practical technology solutions and a strong focus on future growth.
MGA of the Year
The judges recognised Bspoke Group for its strong combination of innovation, client focus and high standards, alongside a clear ambition for continued growth and a thoughtful understanding of the changing market.
Best MGA for Services to Broker
DOA Underwriting impressed the judges by identifying a clear gap in the market and developing a focused solution around it, with innovative use of digital platforms delivering clear value to brokers.
Small Independent Broker of the Year
Gazelle Risk Solutions demonstrated the strengths at the heart of independent broking, with a clear commitment to clients, high standards and the local community.
Broker Network of the Year
Movo Partnership was recognised for its strong commitment to supporting members and strengthening the independent brokerage model, with investment, relationships and a continued drive for excellence making a clear impact across the network.
Personal Lines Broker of the Year
The judges recognised Mind Your Business Group for its well-rounded approach to personal lines broking, with a strong focus on client experience, innovation, growth and preparing the business for the future.
Commercial Lines Broker of the Year
Gazelle Risk Solutions impressed with a clear and well-developed approach, backed by strong evidence of client satisfaction and a genuine commitment to delivering for clients and raising standards.
Best Use of Technology
Reassured was recognised for using technology to tackle a clear business problem with an innovative and effective solution, with the judges also highlighting its wider contribution to the insurance industry.
Rising Star of the Year
🏆 Alex Cocklin, Indevor Bonds & Guarantees
Alex Cocklin was recognised for an impressive 12 months of progress, making a strong contribution to the business while demonstrating a clear commitment to excellence and significant potential for the future.
Director of the Year
🏆 Gary Williamson, Gazelle Risk Solutions
Gary Williamson demonstrated the impact of effective leadership, with the judges recognising his contribution to business growth, commitment to excellence and leadership approach.
Outstanding Services to the Customer
Practice Cover stood out for going above and beyond for customers, combining technology, teamwork and a commitment to continually improving the customer experience.
Outsourced Partner of the Year
🏆 INSTANDA
INSTANDA demonstrated a strong focus on partnership and practical solutions, with the judges recognising the value delivered to clients and its contribution to raising standards across the industry.
Independent Broker of the Year
Pound Gates & Co demonstrated the breadth and quality of what an independent broker can deliver, with a clear commitment to clients, high standards and the values at the heart of independent broking.
Broker of the Year
Mind Your Business Group impressed the judges with strong performance across the business, alongside a clear focus on innovation, client delivery and continually raising standards.
Highly Commended
MGA of the Year
Instant Underwriting was recognised as a standout runner-up in an exceptionally competitive category, demonstrating a strong combination of innovation, client focus and ambition.
Best Use of Technology
👏 Coplus, in partnership with INSTANDA
Coplus, in partnership with INSTANDA, was recognised for developing an innovative technology solution that tackles a clear business problem effectively, with strong teamwork behind its development.
Broker of the Year
Harry Hall International was recognised for its strong performance across the business, with a forward-thinking approach focused on innovation, client delivery and continually raising standards.
Thank You
Congratulations to all of our winners, highly commended recipients and finalists.
A huge thank you also goes to everyone who helped bring the Insurance Broker Awards 2026 to life, both on the night and behind the scenes.
Most importantly, thank you to our independent panel of judges for generously giving their time and expertise to assess this year’s entries. The quality, innovation and ingenuity demonstrated throughout the submissions made for an exceptionally competitive year.
And to everyone who entered the Insurance Broker Awards, congratulations on being recognised among the best across the insurance broking industry.
We look forward to celebrating with you again at the Insurance Broker Awards in 2027.
Put Your Brand at the Heart of the Insurance Broker Awards
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Put your brand in front of the insurance broking community and align your organisation with an evening celebrating the people, businesses and achievements shaping the industry.
With a range of sponsorship opportunities available, there are multiple ways to get your brand involved in the Insurance Broker Awards 2027.
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Contact Tom Williams at tom.williams@barkerbrooks.co.uk or by calling +44 (0)113 867 2575.
