How to Enter - Asia Advisers Network€¦ · the third annual Asia Trusted Life Agents & Advisers Awards. Our 2017 Industry Predictions report identified five major drivers of change

How to EnterEntries Deadline: 14 February 2018 (Third-Party Nominations)

28 February 2018 (Self-Nominations)

Qualifying Period: 1 January – 31 December 2017

Gala Awards Dinner: 7 May 2018, Marriott Hotel Manila, Philippines

www.AsiaAdvisersNetwork.com/awards

3RD ASIA TRUSTED LIFE AGENTS & ADVISERS AWARDS

2018

Guest of Honour

Mr Dennis B Funa Philippines Insurance Commissioner

Co-Organiser:

Organisers:

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Strategic Partner:

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Organiser Message

It is with great pride that we launch the 3rd Asia Trusted Life Agents and Advisers Awards. We are honoured to have the support of Mr Dennis B Funa, Philippines Insurance Commissioner, as Guest of Honour for the Awards and to have his presence at the Gala Dinner to be held in Manila on 7 May 2018.

This truly is a regional Awards which salutes the best in agency and advisory across markets and companies. Over the past two editions, we have seen winners from eight markets: China, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. And they are making heads turn.

The Awards – with Mr Mark Tucker, now Group Chairman, HSBC Holdings, as the Patron – was launched with LIMRA as co-organiser to offer a neutral platform to shine the spotlight on the unsung heroes and heroines of the insurance industry beyond production figures and highlight the role of agents and advisers even in the digital era. The Awards is actively supported by several of the insurance organisations and associations, too.

The support from the industry is a testament to what the market has come to expect of us. An Awards with a highly transparent process that is independently audited, with winners picked by a distinguished judging panel of insurance leaders, association heads and experts. This year, we are pleased to again have some 20 industry leaders who believe in our vision and will be taking time out of their busy schedule to serve as judges.

Our job – yours and mine – is not done yet. Regrettably, the public perception of advisers still suffers from extensive negative press whenever a bad apple from the industry appears on the front pages of newspapers or when a startup promises to go direct to consumers with intermediaries painted as the problem. Yet the wonderful job that many professional advisers do for their clients go unreported.

Together, we can change that. We have launched Asia Advisers Network, a dedicated online platform to meet the information needs and raise the bar of advisers and agency leaders. We have also been truly impressed by the quality of past winners and nominations. The success of the Awards will depend on your active participation to trumpet the good that is being done by the industry.

We have set the stage. The floor is now yours. Stand up and be counted!

Mr Benjamin AngEditor, Asia Advisers Network

The Stage is Yours

Mr Sivam SubramaniamEditor-in-Chief, Asia Insurance Review


Co-Organiser Message

You have demonstrated exceptional professionalism, knowledge and commitment to your industry, and LIMRA is honoured to help recognise Asia’s best and the brightest financial professionals at the third annual Asia Trusted Life Agents & Advisers Awards. Our 2017 Industry Predictions report identified five major drivers of change in our industry: regulations, the changing consumer,

technology, innovation and talent management. LIMRA’s research shows that as technology has advanced, consumers’ expectations and preferences have changed. As a result, we must change to engage with them on their terms. We must leverage the information we have on these consumers – and consumers like them – to figure out the best approaches to connecting with them and teaching them the importance of life insurance and saving systematically for retirement.

Given how much e-commerce has grown throughout the world, one would expect that people want to buy our products online. Yet, the most recent LIMRA studies indicate that consumers of all ages and ethnicities want to work with a trusted financial professional to make important financial decisions. It is clear that what you do matters. Our research indicates that consumers across the globe recognise the value of working with a financial professional to help them secure their future.

While there has never been a greater need for financial advice, the job of providing financial advice has become more difficult. To succeed in today’s competitive world, it takes a keen awareness and a thorough understanding of underlying market forces. At its core, LIMRA is a research organisation, offering actionable, credible insight into insurance and retirement trends.

For more than a century, LIMRA has been the trusted source of industry knowledge, connecting people to ideas and thought leadership that help them develop successful strategies to meet challenges of today and tomorrow, fulfilling our common mission to protect families’ financial security throughout their lives.

Good luck!

Mr Robert A Kerzner President & CEO, LIMRA, LOMA and LL Global

Recognising Asia’s Best and Brightest

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Patron Message

Iam delighted to be launching the third Trusted Agents and Advisers Awards. As we all know, insurance has an increasingly important role to play in helping people across Asia to protect against challenging times and achieve better futures for themselves and their families. The coming years will provide a wonderful opportunity for insurance and for Asia as the middle classes and the need for investment

in infrastructure both grow. It is critical that this growth is both sustainable and inclusive so that it delivers the greatest possible benefit to the widest range of people.

Insurance is all about the role of individuals, and nowhere is that more the case than in the role played by agents and advisers, who build trusted relationships based on personal interaction and technical expertise.

Everyone honoured through these Awards is a role model for the insurance industry and for the powerful role of individuals across financial services and beyond.

Mr Mark Tucker Group Chairman,HSBC Holdings

Be a Role Model for the Insurance Industry


The Judges

Mr Andy KhooManaging Director, The Centre for International Assessment and Development, LIMRA

Mr Reynaldo de DiosPublisher-Editor, Insurance Philippines MagazineEditorial Consultant, Asia Insurance Review

Mr Ariel G CantosPresident (2017), Philippine Life Insurance Association CEO, Philam Life

Mr Bosco LauRegional Managing Director, LIMRA and LOMA

Mr Bruce de Broize Regional Head of Distribution, Asia, Generali

Mr Bernard LimPresident, Financial Services Managers’ Association, SingaporeFinancial Services Director, Prudential Singapore

Mr Deepthi LokuarachchiPresident, Insurance Association of Sri LankaCEO, HNB Assurance

Ms Esther C TanSenior Adviser to the Board, Mercantile Insurance Corp

Honorary Adviser

Mr David PiesseAsia Pacific Ambassador, International Insurance Society Advisory Board Member, Guardtime

Mr David Grant Regional Chief Agency Officer, Manulife Asia

Mr Bharat KannanChief Distribution Officer, MetLife Asia Ltd

Mr Davey LeeVice President, Life Underwriters Association of Hong Kong

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The Judges

Mr Richard VargoManaging Director, Bancassurance, DBS Bank

Ms Rizalina G MantaringCEO, Sun Life Financial Philippines

Mr Randy LianggaraRegional CEO for China, Indonesia & Vietnam, Aviva Asia

Mr Robert PainChairman, Association of International Life Offices

Mr Sara Lamsam CEO, Muang Thai Life Assurance

Mr Mark SaundersGroup Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer, AIA Group

Dr Khoo Kah SiangExecutive Champion of the Year – 2017

Mr Jensen SiawPerformance Breakthrough Coach, Jensen Siaw International

Mr Robert PangChairman, Insurance Agents Registration Board, The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers

Ms Jeanette LimPresident, Singapore Insurance Institute Regional Head, Agency Development & Incentives, Chubb Asia Pacific

Mr Handojo KusumaRegional Chief Agency Officer, Asia Pacific, AllianzDeputy CEO, Allianz Life Indonesia

Ms Helen RobertsRegional Manager, Asia Pacific, Chartered Insurance Institute


For all categories, the qualifying period is 1 Jan 2017 to 31 Dec 2017Important NoteThe organisers reserve the right to disqualify entries that do not meet the entry requirements.

Eligibility• Entries and nominations are open to all relevant candidates operating in any markets in Asia.• Participation in more than one category is allowed.

NominationsSelf-nominationsIf you are nominating yourself or your own company, using the criteria for guidance, explain in not more than 1,200 words why you or your company should win the award. Submit your entries by 28 February 2018.

Third-party nominationsIf you are nominating another individual or company, submit a 300-word statement summarising why the nominee would be a worthy recipient of the award by 14 February 2018. If the nomination is shortlisted, the Awards Administrators will contact the nominee and invite them to submit a full application.

Application requirements• All entries must be in English and submitted by 28 February 2018.• Download the application from at www.AsiaAdvisersNetwork.com/awards• Submission may be done online at www.AsiaAdvisersNetwork.com/awards

Or by email to [email protected].• All submissions should:

– Specifically address each criterion and must be backed by examples. The judging panel reserves the right to only consider applications that separately address each criterion in the selected award category.

– Not exceed 1,200 words. The judges will not read beyond the word limit. Entries without the required write-up will not be considered.

– All write-ups should consist of text only. Visuals and pictures should be appended separately as supporting documents/attachments (see below).

• Supporting documents/attachments:– Should be included to back up assertions made in the submissions– Shall be limited to four pages. These will not constitute part of the word count.– May include client testimonials, official production records, proof of service to association/industry/society,

academic qualifications, proof of activities and improvements.

Judging• The Judging Panel comprises eminent leaders and insurance professionals from the industry.• There will be two rounds of judging by the Panel: the first is by remote-scoring to select the finalists; the second

will be a meeting of Judges to deliberate and select the winners by secret ballot.• Shortlisted finalists will need to answer a set of questions in advance via video for the final judging.• The Judging Panel’s verdict is final.• The judging process will be audited by an independent auditor.• The organisers reserve the right to publish information of winning entries given at nomination.• The results will be kept confidential and winners will only be announced at the Gala Awards Dinner on 7 May

2018 in Manila.

How To Enter

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The Categories

Insurance Agent of the Year

Rookie Insurance Agent of the Year

Financial Adviser of the Year

Insurance Agency Leader of the Year

For the tied-agent who has demonstrated an outstanding performance track record, expert knowledge, placing the interests of clients first and service to the industry.

For the agent or adviser with fewer than three years of industry experience, who has demonstrated an outstanding performance track record, expert knowledge, placing the interests of clients first and service to the industry.

For the adviser from a FA firm who has demonstrated an outstanding performance track record, expert knowledge, placing the interests of clients first and service to the industry.

For the agency leader who has demonstrated a high level of group production and recruitment, strong leadership qualities with systems in place, commitment to professionalism and service to the industry.

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What makes you unique compared to other agents?• In what ways did you contribute to your company,

industry or society? • Your performance in 2017 – MDRT, company

awards, industry awards?

Criteria• Provide a brief background on immediate past

career and the reasons and motivations in making the switch to the insurance industry.

• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What makes you unique compared to other

advisers or agents?• In what ways did you contribute to your company,



Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What makes you unique compared to other

advisers?• In what ways did you contribute to your company,



Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What makes you unique compared to other agency

leaders?• In what ways did you contribute to your company,

industry or society? • Your performance in 2017 – number of managers

promoted, number of MDRT producers, number of new agents/advisers, company awards, industry awards?


The Categories

Rookie Insurance Agency Leader of the Year

Digital Agent/Agency Leader of the Year

For the agency leader with fewer than five years of managerial experience, who has demonstrated a high level of agency production and recruitment, strong leadership qualities with systems in place, commitment to professionalism and service to the industry.

For the digitally-savvy agent/agency leader who is leveraging the power of social media and technology to enhance the image of the industry, provide value to clients and consumers-at-large and/or increase productivity.

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What makes you unique compared to other agency/

group leaders?• In what ways did you contribute to your company,

industry or society? • Your performance in 2017 – number of managers

promoted, number of MDRT producers, number of new agents/advisers, company awards, industry awards?

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What are the examples and results of what you

have done on the digital front?• How has digital initiatives driven your business?• Your performance in 2017 as an agent/agency

leader?

Inspirational Agent/Leader of the Year

For the agent/leader who is an inspiration to others in the industry through achieving personal breakthrough despite the odds, going above and beyond to help others in the industry to attain success, exceeding expectations in serving clients or/and serving the underprivileged in society with passion through CSR.

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• Why do you think – or why do others think – you

are an inspiration?• What are some of the key initiatives, examples and

results of your CSR work?• What are the odds you overcame to achieve

success? How have you selflessly inspired other agents/managers to success or helped your clients?

Lifetime Achievement

For the agent/leader who has more than 30 years of service to the industry and has made outstanding long-term contribution to enhancing the professionalism and image of the agency distribution force both company-wide and industry-wide.

Criteria• How have you contributed towards the quality

and professionalism of the agency force by playing key roles in developing agents company-wide and industry-wide?

• How have you championed the industry by continually enhancing the image of the insurance industry and the agency force?

• Are you a consistent high performer who enjoys the respect and admiration of your peers in the industry?

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The Categories

Affinity/Bank Partner of the Year

Technology Provider of the Year for Agents

Executive Champion of the Year

For the affinity/bank partner that has demonstrated placing importance on the risk or wealth-management needs of their clients and has worked in close partnership with the insurer in meeting these needs.

For the technology provider that has supplied the platform, either point-of-sales system or backend technology, to assist agents in their course of work in servicing their clients by simplifying the financial planning process, the application procedures and/or filing of claims.

For the CEO or corporate executive who has championed the interests and importance of agents with dedication.

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• What makes your partnership stand out from

others?• What are the examples of key wins achieved as a

result of this partnership?• How did the partnership perform in 2017?

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• How does the technology you provide help agents/

advisers in the course of their work?• What evidence or proof is there to show the

improvements attained from using your technology?

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• How have you gone out of your way to enhance

the interests and importance of the agency distribution channel in your company and/or industry?

• How have you equipped agents with the necessary skills and expertise to continue to thrive in the changing multi-channel environment?

• What makes you stand out compared to other executives?

Insurance Company of the Year for Agents

For the life insurance company that has an agency force that sets the professional standards for other insurers to measure against, and continues to invest in and support its agency force to thrive in the changing multi-channel environment.

Criteria• Focus on what was done in 2017.• How are you helping your agents to enhance their

professionalism, expertise and relevance in a multi-channel distribution world?

• What indicators are there to show how your agency force stands out from the rest?


Strategic Partner

Partners

AIA Group Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively “AIA” or the “Group”) comprise the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group. It has a presence in 18 markets in Asia-Pacific – wholly-owned branches and

subsidiaries in Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Korea, the Philippines, Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam, New Zealand, Macau, Brunei, Cambodia, a 97 per cent subsidiary in Sri Lanka, a 49 per cent joint venture in India and a representative office in Myanmar.

The business that is now AIA was first established in Shanghai almost a century ago. It is a market leader in the Asia-Pacific region (ex-Japan) based on life insurance premiums and holds leading positions across the majority of its markets. It had total assets of US$200 billion as of 31 May 2017.

AIA meets the long-term savings and protection needs of individuals by offering a range of products and services including life insurance, accident and health insurance and savings plans. The Group also provides employee benefits, credit life and pension services to corporate clients. Through an extensive network of agents, partners and employees across Asia-Pacific, AIA serves the holders of more than 30 million individual policies and over 16 million participating members of group insurance schemes.

AIA Group Limited is listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited under the stock code “1299” with American Depositary Receipts (Level 1) traded on the over-the-counter market (ticker symbol: “AAGIY”).

www.aia.com

Co-Organiser

Since 1916, LIMRA has helped insurance and financial services leaders identify best industry practices, offering forums for discussion and to hear experts weigh in on the critical issues facing our members. Today, we support more than 850

members worldwide through our study groups, committees, and conferences. At our core, we are a research organisation, offering actionable, credible insight into insurance and retirement trends. From sales and distribution benchmarking and product utilisation to in-depth analysis of consumer behaviour, carrier and advisor use of social media and technology, and regulatory changes, LIMRA’s research programme continues to evolve and grow as our members’ needs change.

Through the knowledge attained from our research and analysis, we have developed comprehensive assessment and training programmes for financial professionals and field managers to help them achieve their business goals. Our solutions enable you to attract more top talent, evaluate and engage high-potential candidates, and boost sales effectiveness at all stages of the career. After 100 years, we are not resting on our past successes. Our research and training programmes continue to evolve to address the challenges that financial services leaders face today – using advances in technology and methodology to offer more in-depth analysis of market trends. As such, LIMRA remains the trusted source for industry knowledge.

www.limra.com

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Organiser

Organiser

Partners

A sia Insurance Review (AIR) was launched in January 1991 to meet the information needs of insurance practitioners in Asia. After 27 years of dedicated service to the region’s insurance industry, AIR is the premier publication trusted by

leaders and key decision makers.

As part of AIR’s conscious attempts to promote the industry’s move towards higher standards and greater professionalism, over the years we have launched the Asia Insurance Industry Awards, the Australia and New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards, and the Asia Trusted Life Agents & Advisers Awards, to recognise and salute excellence.

AIR is the official media partner of leading industry events in Asia, including the East Asian Insurance Congress (EAIC), the Pacific Insurance Conference (PIC), and the Singapore International Reinsurance Conference (SIRC), and is the Permanent Observer of the ASEAN Insurance Congress.

www.asiainsurancereview.com

A sia Advisers Network (AAN) is a dedicated online platform meeting the information needs of advisers and agency leaders. AAN reports on the latest industry news, development and expert content from the best minds in the industry. This is

done through multi-media channels to help advisers and agency leaders stay at the forefront of trends and thrive in the era of fintech and insurtech.

Launched by the region’s premier insurance publication Asia Insurance Review, AAN is part of its commitment and continuous efforts to serve the insurance industry in Asia.

AAN aims to help raise the bar of advisers and agency leaders, and also showcase the excellent work that they do.www.asiaadvisersnetwork.com


2017 Roll of Honour

Rookie Insurance Agentof the Year

Financial/Bank Adviserof the Year

Insurance Agency Leaderof the Year

Rookie Insurance Agency Leaderof the Year

Insurance Agentof the Year

Ms Melody Yang He Lin ZiAIA Hong Kong

Ms Nguyen Thi LinhManulife (Vietnam) Limited

Ms Karine LamAIA International Limited, Hong Kong

Mr Chong Jit ShanGreat Eastern Life Assurance (Malaysia) Berhad

Ms Divya TusnialTata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited, India

Special Jury Award – Insurance Agency Leader of the Year

Mr Rotha ChanManulife(Cambodia) PLC

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2017 Roll of Honour

Inspirational Agent/Leader of the Year

Mr Colin Ong Lian JinGreat Eastern Financial Advisers, Singapore

Agent/Agency CSR Initiativeof the Year

Lifetime Achievement Award

Affinity/Bank Partner of the Year

Mr Punsak PasukulpunAIA Thailand

Mr Rayner Lee Hee MongAIA Singapore

DBS Bank Singapore

Technology Provider of the Year For Agents

Insurance Companyof the Year For Agents

eBaoTech, China AIA Singapore

Executive Championof the Year

Dr Khoo Kah SiangGreat Eastern Life Assurance Co Ltd, Singapore

Categories(please tick):

qInsurance Agent of the Year

qFinancial Adviser of the Year

qRookie Insurance Agent of the Year

qInsurance Agency Leader of the Year

qRookie Insurance Agency Leader of the Year

qInspirational Agent/Leader of the Year

qDigital Agent/Agency Leader of the Year

qLifetime Achievement

qAffinity/Bank Partner of the Year

qTechnology Provider of the Year for Agents

qInsurance Company of the Year for Agents

qExecutive Champion of the Year

Self-Nomination (by 28 February 2018)If you are nominating your own company or yourself:

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Table Bookings:If you would like to participate in the celebration of the Trusted Life Agents and Advisers at the Gala Dinner on 7 May 2018 in Manila or host a table at this industry networking event, seats and tables are available for booking at US$200 per person or US$2,000 per table of 10.

q Yes, I would like to book for _____ persons.

q Yes, I would like to book _____ tables.

For enquiries, please contact

Ms Ann Tay at [email protected]

Nomination Form

Entries can be submitted via:email: [email protected] or

online: www.AsiaAdvisersNetwork.com/awards

3RD ASIA TRUSTED LIFE AGENTS & ADVISERS AWARDS

2018

Qualifying Period: 1 January - 31 December 2017

Documents

How to Enter - Asia Advisers Network€¦ · the third annual Asia Trusted Life Agents & Advisers Awards. Our 2017 Industry Predictions report identified five major drivers of change