Recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading insurance brokers, Eamon O’Connor was named Elite Broker of the Year in 2025 — a testament to his expertise, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence. A multiple-time finalist for Insurance Broker of the Year, Eamon played a pivotal role in O’Connor Warren’s recognition as Insurance Broking Company of the Year in 2018. Under his leadership, the firm has become synonymous with trust, service, and tailored insurance solutions, further affirmed by consecutive Most Trusted Business Awards in 2022, 2023 (runner-up), and 2024 (winner).

Eamon’s career has spanned global markets, with roles at Marsh in London and Dublin before returning to New Zealand, where he spent a decade with Jardine Lloyd Thompson. As a board member and national leader, he played a pivotal role in the company’s growth, developing deep sector expertise and a strategic approach to risk management. His industry contributions extend beyond broking, having served on the board of the New Zealand Trucking Association and as a trusted insurance and risk expert for the logistics sector.

In 2013, Eamon returned to his hometown of Tauranga with his wife, Anna, to establish O’Connor Warren Insurance Brokers. From a small team of two, the business has grown into one of New Zealand’s fastest-rising broking firms, now employing a talented team of thirteen. Eamon has also been a driving force behind initiatives to develop the next generation of insurance professionals, establishing an industry internship program for school leavers and university graduates.

A respected voice in the insurance and logistics sectors, Eamon is a regular contributor to industry publications and a sought-after keynote speaker. His unwavering passion for protecting Kiwi businesses and households continues to shape O’Connor Warren as a trusted leader in New Zealand’s insurance landscape.

Accolades & Industry Recognition:
ANZIIF New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards:
Finalist – Young Broker of the Year (2005)
Finalist – Broking Professional of the Year (2016)
Winner – Small to Medium Brokerage of the Year (2018)
Finalist – Young Insurance Professionals Employer of the Year (2018)
Most Trusted Business Awards – O’Connor Warren:
Winner (2022, 2024), Runner-up (2023)

Industry Initiatives & Contributions:
Founder of an internship program for school leavers and university graduates
Key supplier and insurance expert for the New Zealand Trucking Association
Regular contributor to logistics and insurance industry publications