The first insurance industry gala brought all sector players under one roof
Finland’s Insurance Industry Gala – the first of its kind – was held on Thursday, April 3, 2025, in the banquet hall of Restaurant Töölö in Helsinki. The event was organized by the Finnish Insurance Brokers' Association (SVAM) in collaboration with nearly all insurance companies operating in Finland. The gala brought together a broad group of insurance brokers, representatives from insurance companies, and students in the field.
The aim of the event was to raise the profile of the insurance industry, highlight its importance in Finnish society, and provide a forum for meetings and networking—both for professionals and students shaping the industry’s future. The evening offered a wonderful opportunity to pause and appreciate the expertise and development within the field, as well as to look ahead together.
The evening’s diverse program offered a comprehensive overview of the industry’s current state and its future. Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen gave the opening speech, followed by an expert panel discussion on the future outlook of the insurance sector. The evening concluded with a festive dinner that crowned the atmosphere.
A key element of the gala is recognition, during which achievements in the industry are celebrated. Awards were presented to distinguished contributors in various categories, such as Insurance Company of the Year, Insurance Broker of the Year, Innovation of the Year, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and a Thesis Award. These accolades highlighted the diversity and expertise within the industry.
Jaava Myllyniemi, CEO representing Firstbrokers at the gala, stated:
“We warmly congratulate all award recipients and SVAM for a successful event! The first Insurance Industry Gala was enthusiastically received and clearly showed the need for such an event. I hope this marks the beginning of a new tradition that annually brings together the best experts and future leaders of the field. Through the gala, we can make the industry’s expertise and progress visible and unite our strengths in building a shared future.”
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