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Claire Burke
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WINNER:
Woman of Distinction
Claire Burke
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Claire Burke is a technical strata insurance specialist with more than 10 years’ industry experience and is an associate member of ANZIIF.
Claire was introduced to strata and underwriting in 2011 when she joined CHU and has since held a number of roles in the underwriting department. Having developed a deep understanding of the complex nature of strata-titled properties with defects and combustible cladding, she has carved a niche for specialty risk underwriting within CHU and the broader strata insurance industry.
The Lakes College Culinary Club (TLCCC) started with a team of 12 students and has now expanded to over 30 members, showcasing its continued success through participation in college events and even catering for local community organisations. This program not only imparts valuable culinary skills but also teaches the significance of community service, fosters practical abilities and cultivates a professional work ethic.
Spanning ages 11 to 18, the Culinary Club challenges students to create elaborate six-course degustation dinners and manage large-scale catering for college gatherings. Chloe, a Year 7 student, praises the program for imparting essential life skills in an enjoyable way among friends. Likewise, Emily values the connections she forms despite the program’s demanding pace.
Under the guidance of Chef Joel, TLCCC contributes to the college’s ethos and the students’ personal growth. The program’s commitment to local ingredients and culinary adventures is evident as it expands to include barista training and Responsible Service of Alcohol certification. The program seamlessly merges science, art and food technology, promoting discipline and shared responsibility. TLCCC embodies a commitment to service, community engagement and student leadership, cementing its unique character and contribution to The Lakes College.
The Lakes College Culinary Club (TLCCC) started with a team of 12 students and has now expanded to over 30 members, showcasing its continued success through participation in college events and even catering for local community organisations. This program not only imparts valuable culinary skills but also teaches the significance of community service, fosters practical abilities and cultivates a professional work ethic.
Spanning ages 11 to 18, the Culinary Club challenges students to create elaborate six-course degustation dinners and manage large-scale catering for college gatherings. Chloe, a Year 7 student, praises the program for imparting essential life skills in an enjoyable way among friends. Likewise, Emily values the connections she forms despite the program’s demanding pace.
Under the guidance of Chef Joel, TLCCC contributes to the college’s ethos and the students’ personal growth. The program’s commitment to local ingredients and culinary adventures is evident as it expands to include barista training and Responsible Service of Alcohol certification. The program seamlessly merges science, art and food technology, promoting discipline and shared responsibility. TLCCC embodies a commitment to service, community engagement and student leadership, cementing its unique character and contribution to The Lakes College.
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Manager – National Specialty Risk Team; Diversity & Inclusion Advocate
With a focus on providing education and guidance to CHU’s broker and strata manager client base, Claire presented a webinar on building defects in strata in April 2023. Attracting over 1,300 attendees, it was CHU’s highest-attended webinar that year.
Claire is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion and played a key role in writing CHU’s winning submission for Excellence in Workplace Diversity & Inclusion at the 2019 ANZIIF Awards. She was also a panellist at the 2023 ANZIIF Diversity & Inclusion Seminar, received the 2023 ANZIIF Making a Difference Award in the Underwriting Category, and was named on the Insurance Business list of Elite Women in Insurance in 2024.
Claire was elected to the SCA (ACT) board in 2020 for a two-year term, bringing a wealth of strata insurance knowledge that she used to guide and educate the strata community.
Manager – National Specialty Risk Team; Diversity & Inclusion Advocate
@blackfishfinance
