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The International Insurance Society is proud to recognize individuals who have made a profound and lasting impact on the insurance industry. Each year, we bestow awards that honor excellence across varying areas of influence.

Congratulations to the 2024 Honorees

Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate


PREM WATSA

Chairman & CEO
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited
Canada

Vanguard Market Development Award


RM VISHAKHA

Former MD & CEO
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited
India

The Insurance Hall of Fame

Recognized as the premier award in the insurance industry, the Insurance Hall of Fame award is bestowed on an individual who has made a broad, encompassing and lasting contribution to the insurance industry, thereby affecting a substantial influence on the ability of the industry to serve society. Visit the Insurance Hall of Fame.

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Insurance Hall of Fame

The Vanguard Market Development Award

The Vanguard Market Development Award recognizes those who have substantially advanced the development of insurance in an underserved market or emerging economy.

The Founder's Award

Honoring our founder, this prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made a significant and lasting contribution to insurance thought, product, practice or education.