Annual Dinner 2026 Highlights
28 October 2026The Insurance Institute of Newcastle upon Tyne was proud to host our 129th Annual Dinner on Friday, 16 October 2026.
The evening brought together professionals from across the Insurance and Financial Planning sectors to celebrate our community, recognise outstanding member achievements and raise funds for a fantastic cause.
Guests heard from our President Rachel Jefferson, CII representative Liam Russell, and Louise Boyle, Fundraising Manager at the Bubble Foundation, whose incredibly heartfelt personal story captivated the room.
We’re delighted to share that the event raised £3,565 in support of the Bubble Foundation – an incredible reflection of the generosity of our professionals.
The dinner also provided the opportunity to recognise and celebrate excellence within our local community. This year’s award winners were:
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Diploma in Financial Planning, Cass Prize – Emma Williamson
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Diploma in Insurance, Audrey Gough Prize – Ben Carrington
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Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning, Maddocks Prize – Josh Mayne
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Advanced Diploma in Insurance, Logan Prize – Lewis Newstead
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Deputy President’s Young Achiever of the Year Award – Sarah Sims
Each recipient was recognised for their outstanding achievements within the professions.
The evenings celebrations concluded with plenty of music, dancing and laughter – a fitting end to an evening of connection and positivity. For the full library of photos from the event please visit - Annual Dinner 2026 Photos
Special thanks go to our Council members, volunteers and table hosts for their dedication and support in making the evening such a success.
