Aspire Awards

Celebrating Excellence

Each year we have the privilege of honoring an extraordinary group of individuals whose passion, innovation, and dedication make a lasting impact on the NS insurance community.

Each recipient of our Aspire Awards exemplify what it means to lead with purpose, to inspire others, and to push boundaries in the pursuit of excellence.

Their stories remind us why recognizing outstanding contributions matters—and why everyone's nominations are so important in celebrating our community.

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Aspire Award Recipients!

Emerging Professional of the Year - Shrabanti Das, Aon

Insurance Company Representative of the Year - Bob Lawlor, Sovereign

Broker Leadership Award - Jennifer Jackson, Cheep Insurance

Above & Beyond Award - Lisa Snow Hushard, BrokerLink

Lifetime Achievement Award - Linda Gaetz, Westland Insurance

Thank you as well to EVERY nominee. Your contributions are valued by the Association and your peers, and we appreciate the time and care that went into each nomination that was submitted. Collectively, we are working to build a better industry, and your efforts play an important part in that progress.