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A completed entry will include:
1. Entry Form
2. 1000 Word Submission
3. Company Logo

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ENTRY FORM
2023 WINNERS & SHORTLISTED

1. Insurance Company of the Year
Open to all UK/European/Global authorised insurers, this category looks to reward those insurance firms that demonstrate a commitment to meeting customer needs and to delivering a high quality of service across all activities as part of the overall financial strategy, where the operational activities are both driven by, and reinforce the investment policy. Examples may include M&A activity, new markets or restructuring to deliver results. Enter here

2. Investment Strategy of the Year
Getting the investment strategy right is one of the biggest challenges an insurance company or asset manager has to overcome, particularly given the current economic environment. We reward the insurance companies or asset managers that have implemented an investment strategy that sets the standards for the industry to follow. Although creating absolute returns is a measure of success, the judges also want to consider how the strategy aligns with objectives. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

3. ESG Investment Strategy of the Year
This is awarded to the UK/European/Global insurance company or asset manager that can demonstrate that it has conscientiously considered its investment decisions in an ethical and fair way, and produced exceptional returns for its clients. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

4. Insurance Investment Consultancy of the Year 
The role of the insurance consultant is becoming more important. This category is aimed at recognising the insurance/investment/actuarial firms that have shown a true dedication to serving UK/European/Global insurance firm clients, displaying a true understanding of their needs and one that continues to move with the times. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

5. Passive Manager of the Year
This award celebrates the manager that demonstrates strong returns, provides excellent customer service and shows a true understanding of the needs of their clients. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

6. Active Manager of the Year
The Active Manager of the Year Award recognises the manager that has demonstrated consistent outperformance and an innovative approach to its investment strategy. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

7. Fixed Income Manager of the Year (up to €100bn AUM)
Fixed income has evolved from a safe sleepy asset class into a dynamic and diverse option for insurance firms today. We recognise those providers with up to €100bn AUM in the institutional investment space that have not only displayed innovation in this area to take advantage of the opportunities out there, but also have the performance numbers to prove their expertise. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

8. Fixed Income Manager of the Year (over €100bn AUM)
Fixed income has evolved from a safe sleepy asset class into a dynamic and diverse option for insurance firms today. We recognise those providers with over €100bn AUM in the institutional investment space that have not only displayed innovation in this area to take advantage of the opportunities out there, but also have the performance numbers to prove their expertise. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

9. Alternatives Manager of the Year
Alternatives have become an essential part of a UK/European and global insurance firms’ portfolios. We recognise those firms that have shown a true flair for extracting value from the alternatives space to the benefit of their insurance clients. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

10. Infrastructure Manager of the Year
At one of the most challenging times in insurance firm investment, infrastructure is now being taken seriously as an asset class among the UK/Europe/global insurance companies. We recognise those players that understand this complex asset class and are working hard to help insurance firms reap the potential rewards. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

11. Property Manager of the Year
This award recognises those firms that have shown a true understanding of the regional and global property markets and have been able to translate that knowledge into risk adjusted returns for the benefit of their insurance clients. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

12. Multi-Asset Manager of the Year
This award goes to the multi-asset manager that has delivered exemplary performance over the past year delivering strong returns for insurance clients through a wide range of investment strategies. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

13. Emerging Markets Manager of the Year
There is no shortage of investment managers in the emerging markets space, but who stands out among their peers? This award will recognise those who have truly embraced the emerging market space to the benefit of its UK/European and global insurance clients. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

14. Technology Firm of the Year 
Effective and reliable technology and data management is essential for the successful running of any insurance company. This award will recognise those firms that are leaders in the field of insurance technology, and ultimately reward who is the best of the best in this increasingly important category. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

15. Innovation Provider of the Year
The innovation provider of the year award aims to reward those insurance providers/asset managers excelling in the area of investment, product design, technology or any other area and have met the needs of their clients. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here

16. Stewardship Initiative of the Year
This award rewards the firm that has clearly displayed over the past year how it has responsibly allocated, managed and overseen capital to create long-term value for clients, while also leading to sustainable benefits for the economy, the environment and society. Enter here

17. Diversity Award
This award goes to the insurance company or asset manager that has recognised the importance of diversity in its workforce, or is instrumental in driving forward diversity in other ways, whether this be through their marketing, events, or through products designed to be more inclusive. Entrants should have a presence in the UK. Enter here