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Noel Pettersen, Chief Executive

Noel Pettersen joined NIBA in 1991 and is the association’s Chief Executive. He has extensive experience in government, public relations and industry association management. Noel is a director of Insurance Brokers Disputes Ltd, and a member of the NIBA Finance, Professional Indemnity, Convention and Regulatory and Compliance Committees. Noel is the Asia-Pacific representative on the executive council of the World Federation of Insurance Intermediaries and is a member (and former Chairman) of the Council of International Insurance Broker Associations.

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Linda Evans, Professional Development Executive

Linda Evans joined NIBA in 1991 and is currently the Professional Development Executive. In her role Linda oversees the ongoing development of NIBA's Qualified Practising Insurance Broker system of professional broking standards in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. She heads the team at the NIBA College of Insurance & Risk Professionals. Linda has an honours degree in education, a Graduate Diploma in Marketing and a Master of Business. She is a member of the NIBA Education and Convention Committees. Linda is also a director of the Financial Services Education Agency Australia, and Deputy Chair of Innovation and Business Skills Australia.

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Melina Gentile, Registrar and Membership Co-ordinator

Melina joined NIBA in 1998 and currently works as the Registrar and Membership Co-ordinator. She has worked in the insurance industry for over 20 years, at both insurance companies and multinational brokerages. Melina is currently studying for a Bachelor of Business at Monash University in Melbourne. She also acts as the Divisional Secretary for the Victorian divisional committee.

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Paul Hunt, Manager of Finance and Operations

Paul Hunt joined NIBA in 1998, and currently working as Manager Finance and Operations. Paul has a Bachelor of Commerce degree and is a qualified Certified Practising Accountant. He is a member of the NIBA Finance Committee.

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Kate Frost, National Education Co-ordinator

Kate joined NIBA in May 2005 and is currently employed as the National Education Co-ordinator. Before working for NIBA, Kate worked for the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology in New Zealand. Kate has a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in marketing.

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These managers are supported by a team of experienced assessors, education co-ordinators and administrative assistants.