About Us

WHY CHOOSE WESTSIDE?

TAILORING THE BEST SOLUTIONS.

One size rarely fits all. It’s why we take the time to get to know you and your business. Before making any recommendations, we ask questions and listen intently to your answers to ensure we can tailor the very best solutions to protect your business, now and into the future.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE EVERY DAY.

Success is defined by the strength of our client relationships. We pride ourselves in going further to provide WA’s most professional, responsive and personalised insurance services. Unlike many, we see our clients as so much more than just a policy number or annual renewal.

PROTECTION YOU CAN RELY ON.

Protecting your business is something we never take lightly. Calling upon extensive experience and buying power, we work tirelessly to identify risks, package solutions and prevent unnecessary losses and disruptions. It’s what we do and, ultimately, why we exist.

GETTING THE DETAIL RIGHT.

We’re passionate insurance professionals who understand it’s often the small details that matter most. We’re committed to doing what’s right for our clients, rather than simply what’s easy. After all, the happier and more confident you are, the better we’ve done our job. Which is exactly how it should be.

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OUR TEAM

Michael Davis

Managing Director

A people-focused business manager, Michael places a high level of importance on creating long-term relationships of value and trust...

A people-focused business manager, Michael places a high level of importance on creating long-term relationships of value and trust. Spearheading Westside Insurance Specialists for almost 10 years, and in the insurance industry for almost two decades, Michael is well credentialed to provide stellar insurance solutions for his client base. An effective communicator both professionally and personally, Michael is focused on exploring new opportunities and maintaining existing relationships at a superior level.

Fiona Dark

Operations Manager

Fiona manages the overall operations of Westside Insurance Specialists, overseeing the effective and successful management of its team and their clients....

Fiona manages the overall operations of Westside Insurance Specialists, overseeing the effective and successful management of its team and their clients. Fiona has been with Westside since 2019, starting in the broking department. Having experience in all aspects of the company, Fiona can direct clients to a broker to suit their needs. Fiona takes a collaborative approach to her work and strives to excel in everything she and her team does.

Kaytlen Mahon

Marketing Coordinator

Kaytlen specialises in branding, client communications, sponsorships, and corporate and industry events within the Westside Insurance Specialists team...

Kaytlen specialises in branding, client communications, sponsorships, and corporate and industry events within the Westside Insurance Specialists team. Her background includes four years of events and hospitality management, during which she gained experience in event planning, marketing, client engagement and stakeholder relations. She uses her specialities to deliver clear marketing strategies and exciting opportunities for Westside’s communications. Kaytlen also acts as an Assistant Account Executive within the team, where she prides herself on high-quality work that meets Westside’s clients’ needs and expectations.

Laura Howarth

Account Executive

Laura is a dedicated insurance professional having over two decades of industry experience predominately as a broker,...

Benn is a dedicated insurance professional having over two decades of industry experience predominately as a broker, with a focus on mining and supporting services. Benn is committed to delivering a high standard of service and strives to exceed expectations, ensuring mutually beneficial partnerships are built with key stakeholders, whist further demonstrating the benefit of selecting Westside Insurance Specialists to manage your risk transfer and risk management requirements.

Louise Zabori

Senior Account Executive

Louise has been with Westside Insurance Specialists since 2016 and has been an integral part of the broking team ever since...

Louise has been with Westside Insurance Specialists since 2016 and has been an integral part of the broking team ever since. She is an accredited Lloyd’s Broker with a diploma of Financial Services (insurance broking) and over 19 years’ experience in the insurance industry. Specialising in placement and management of complex insurance needs, Louise is focused on providing solutions needed to help Westside’s clients manage the consequences of risk no matter the scope of their business.

Steven Stanbrook

Senior Account Executive

Steven has diplomas in Company Directorship, Business Administration, and Financial Planning, which have been applied to his working life...

Steven has diplomas in Company Directorship, Business Administration, and Financial Planning, which have been applied to his working life in Agriculture, Property Development, Banking, and General Insurance. Steven’s insurance experience covers both broking and underwriting, with a strong focus on risk management areas. With a dedication to people and risk management, Steven is focused on transparency, taking on client-focused challenges whilst remaining true to the needs of his clients. A professional driven by mutual respect, Steven strives for honesty and integrity in both his personal and business dealings.

Amanda De Caen

Account Executive

Amanda began working within the insurance industry in 2005 which has seen her embark on various roles and sectors...

Amanda began working within the insurance industry in 2005 which has seen her embark on various roles and sectors including Underwriting, Loss Adjusting and then moving into Insurance Broking in 2008. She proceeded to further her Broking expertise with specialising in the health and community care sector, motor trades, transport and logistics, construction and earth moving, all blue collar trades, marine industry and professional risks industries. Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Westside team, living by the “Every problem has a solution” motto, she takes great pride in her work and approach with clients to ensure their experience is one of ease, positivity and support.

Celine Chua

Account Executive

Celine has worked in the insurance industry for 6 years, joining Westside Insurance Specialist in 2021. Prior to joining the insurance industry,...

Celine has worked in the insurance industry for 6 years, joining Westside Insurance Specialist in 2021. Prior to joining the insurance industry, she specialised in Property Management for 18 years in Singapore. Celine has gained experience with clients ranging from small and medium enterprises to larger Not for Profit corporations. Celine can also converse in Mandarin and will be able to assist if this is your preferred language. She hopes to have a collaborative relationship with her clients and assist them with their insurance needs wherever she can.

Chason Gripton

Account Executive

Chason is a career insurance professional who has worked in the industry for almost 20 years and has gained vast experience across...

Chason is a career insurance professional who has worked in the industry for almost 20 years and has gained vast experience across all lines of General Insurance, including claims management. Over the years, Chason has spent time with some of Australia’s most respected broking houses, and has been with Westside Insurance Specialists since 2020 and couldn’t be happier. She is energised by helping her clients and always brings a proactive approach to her relationships, assisting wherever and whenever she can.

Melissa Sengsourinho

Account Executive

Melissa has worked in the insurance industry since 2005 and has had extensive experience with both commercial and corporate clients...

Melissa has worked in the insurance industry since 2005 and has had extensive experience with both commercial and corporate clients throughout her career. Melissa has a diploma in Financial Services specialising in insurance broking. She joined Westside Insurance Specialists in 2021 and prides herself in being committed to providing high quality service to each and every one of her clients to assist with all of their insurance needs.

Rikky Sands

Account Executive

Rikky has been in the insurance industry since 2015, during which she worked within one of Australia’s largest insurance...

Rikky has been in the insurance industry since 2015, during which she worked within one of Australia’s largest general insurance companies and gained a wealth of underwriting knowledge. Rikky joined Westside in 2022 where she specialises in Commercial and Rural insurance. Her background in managing insurance relationships all over Australia and experience within the Rural sector, brings invaluable skills to the Westside team. Rikky prides herself on being approachable and concise during every client interaction and continues to support Australian farmers within her role.

Gina O’Keefe

Claims Manager

Gina has worked in the insurance industry for over 20 years, specialising in claims management and client support...

Gina has worked in the insurance industry for over 20 years, specialising in claims management and client support. She works closely with Westside’s clients and their insurer to ensure all clients receive prompt and efficient settlement on their insurance claims. Gina uses her extensive knowledge of the insurance world to help people and businesses get back on their feet after the unexpected happens.

Our Commitment to You

Westside Insurance Specialists prides itself on the individual service and risk analysis we can provide to our clients. We provide the solutions needed to help survive the consequences of risk no matter what industry, specialisation, or scope of our clients’ businesses.

As your appointed General Insurance Adviser, we will:

  • Conduct an analysis of your risk/needs and recommend the most appropriate covers to protect your assets and liabilities.
  • Recommend the appropriate insurer to match the risk.
  • Only recommend secure and stable insurers.
  • Provide alternatives on your risk retention through various excess options and access to premium funding options to allow you to pay your premiums via instalments.
  • Provide prompt and timely servicing of your general insurance needs to ensure you are adequately informed of issues that may affect your business.

When making a claim, we commit to:

  • Provide you with the Insurers Claim Form.
  • Arrange for the Loss Assessor to be appointed if applicable.
  • Advise on the completion of the Claim Form.
  • Submit the Claim Form to the Insurer.

OUR VALUES

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Trust

Trust is the cornerstone on which our business is built. It means we do what we say we’ll do. Use our expertise to put your needs first and foremost. And are always transparent about the advice we provide and why we provide it.

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Advice

Great advice is based on great understanding and relationships. It’s why adopting a risk management approach and assessing your unique risk profile is essential to ensuring the right policies are always in place. It’s what sets us apart.

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Value

Price is always important. But value goes much further. It’s the sum total of the depth of our relationships, the quality of our advice, the breadth of our offering and the efficiency of our systems – all bolstered by our unrivalled buying power as one of the leading general insurance advisory dealer groups. Ultimately though, our key value to you is as your advocate in the event of a claim.

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Choice

Insurance is no time for compromise. It’s vital to have access to a wide range of insurance options so, once identified, your needs can be effectively met. That’s why we have active relationships with more than 100 major insurers.

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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

“When it comes to Insurance there are plenty of Brokers that talk a good game, but Michael and the Team at Westside lead by example. They have supported our business, provided excellent value and their advice has been the cornerstone of our risk management program. Their understanding of our business and our industry has been invaluable.”

Linda

 

“Westside Insurance Specialists have been our advisers since its establishment. Since then, Aerodrome Management Services has grown its business from two or three employees to now employing over 180 people throughout WA, QLD, SA and NT. During this time, Westside have always come through for us, embodying a ‘can do’ attitude and giving us solutions, not problems. To us, the real advantage is that they talk in real life terms without over-use of insurance terminology. This enables us to make decisions and determinations based upon good understanding and scenarios. I would recommend Westside Insurance Specialist to any business for real solutions backed by good understanding and real outcomes.”

Kevin