The Business Insurance U.S. Insurance Awards recognize excellence in the commercial insurance and risk management sector. 

Now in its eighth year, the awards program highlights exceptional work by insurance professionals working at companies across the commercial insurance industry – from retail brokers to TPAs, insurers and more. Recognizing that major achievements are seldom the work of individuals working in isolation, many of the awards honor teams of professionals working on specific projects. 

Starting in 2025, the program will include four innovation categories to celebrate innovative new technologies and services designed ultimately to help risk managers. Prior to 2025, these awards were celebrated for 15 years under the Innovation Awards branding. Business Insurance recognizes that innovation plays a key role in the industry and will now recognize innovative achievements on the largest night for insurance awards. 

The Lifetime Achievement Award, which annually recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the risk management sector over the course of their career, is also presented at the gala. 

By shining a light on these collective accomplishments, the U.S. Insurance Awards underscore the interconnected nature of talent and dedication within the industry. As professionals continue to push boundaries and elevate industry standards, this program serves as a platform to acknowledge and encourage a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the dynamic landscape of commercial insurance.

Up to 400,000 insurance jobs will be unfilled in the near future. The U.S. Insurance Awards address the industry’s talent crisis by funding scholarships with the Spencer Educational Foundation. Our goal is to support and promote the Foundation’s work providing scholarships, grants, and programming at universities without risk management degree programs, including HBCUs.