NEWS FROM FIRSTBROKERS
- Firstbrokers is part of the international Brokerslink network – customers benefit from local expertise on a global scale
Firstbrokers, Finland’s first insurance brokerage company is proud of its membership in Brokerslink, an international network of insurance and risk management experts. This cooperation opens the doors to extensive global expertise for Firstbrokers’ clients, without losing the familiar personal contact and customer service.
Brokerslink is a network of independent insurance brokers and consultants covering more than 130 countries, offering members and their clients a combination of local knowledge and international reach. Firstbrokers’ membership means that our customers gain not only the expertise of our own team, but also the support and insights of the entire Brokerslink network.
“Our clients particularly benefit from the network when their business extends beyond Finland’s borders. We can arrange insurance solutions and risk management locally anywhere in the world, and through the network we continuously receive valuable information on practices in different countries,” says Firstbrokers CEO Jaava Myllyniemi, adding: “At the same time, we are able to provide foreign companies with expert insurance and employee benefits services in Finland. In fact, Firstbrokers has gained a number of new international clients through Brokerslink.”
Brokerslink members are united by a commitment to quality and customer-oriented practices. These are also the core values of Firstbrokers’ operations.
For Firstbrokers’ clients, this cooperation brings tangible added value. When business grows or expands internationally, the right solutions can be found quickly and reliably.
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Firstbrokers Oy was founded in 1989 and is thus the first insurance brokerage company in Finland. Customers are Finnish SMEs and subsidiaries of international companies. Firstbrokers Oy is also the most international insurance broker in Finland, as it is a member of several global insurance broker networks. This enables business customers to provide risk management, insurance and employee benefits services easily, cost-effectively and reliably in more than 110 countries. Firstbrokers Oy covers its customers’ business and employees in all industries. Firstbrokers Oy continuously manages the risk management, insurance and employee benefits of more than 200 companies, and has already served more than a thousand companies during its 35 years of operation. We’ve got you covered!
- Insurance Brokers in Budapest – Brokerslink Meeting Offered Valuable Insights and Networking Opportunities
The annual Brokerslink European Regional Meeting was held from March 18–20, 2025, in Budapest, Hungary, bringing together the international partner network of insurance brokers once again. Brokerslink’s events always provide a dynamic mix of networking, training, and engaging workshops that address current trends in the insurance industry. This year’s discussions particularly focused on the challenges faced by European brokers and the development of business operations. The program included insightful updates on market conditions and emerging trends in the insurance sector.
The Budapest event gathered nearly 100 members of the Brokerslink partner network from 27 countries. These meetings offer a great opportunity to connect in person with partners who have collaborated throughout the year while also providing access to Brokerslink’s ever-growing broker family. Kristina Kreisberg, a representative from Firstbrokers, described these meetings as important for both personal and professional growth.
Networking with other industry professionals was also a key focus for Eduard Kanoshin of Firstbrokers. Training sessions, panel discussions, and workshops provided valuable insights into the future of insurance. Among the many interesting topics, Kanoshin highlighted a speech on the connection between the global economy and the insurance industry, presented by Arne Holzhausen, Head of Insurance, Wealth & ESG Research at Allianz Commercial.
Other key topics discussed at the meeting included challenging market conditions and capacity needs, handling guarantee and indemnity insurance, transforming risk management into a competitive advantage, the future of insurance – a panel discussion covering trends, technology, and the next generation.
The Brokerslink European Regional Meeting provided Firstbrokers with an excellent opportunity to gain new insights and tools to better serve its clients in the evolving insurance landscape.
About Brokerslink
Brokerslink is a global broking company with an extensive worldwide broker network, comprising independent brokerage firms from 133 countries. Together with its partners, Brokerslink offers a strong service alternative for local, regional, and multinational organizations, delivering top-tier risk management and insurance services. Firstbrokers has been a long-term member of the Brokerslink network. Through the expertise of the partner network, Firstbrokers’ clients benefit from global knowledge and services.
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Firstbrokers Oy was founded in 1989 and is thus the first insurance brokerage company in Finland. Customers are Finnish SMEs and subsidiaries of international companies. Firstbrokers Oy is also the most international insurance broker in Finland, as it is a member of several global insurance broker networks. This enables business customers to provide risk management, insurance and employee benefits services easily, cost-effectively and reliably in more than 110 countries. Firstbrokers Oy covers its customers’ business and employees in all industries. Firstbrokers Oy continuously manages the risk management, insurance and employee benefits of more than 200 companies, and has already served more than a thousand companies during its 35 years of operation. We’ve got you covered!
- Firstbrokers Participates in the International IEBA Annual Conference in Brussels
IEBA, the International Employee Benefits Association, held its 23rd annual conference from June 3rd to 5th, 2025, in Brussels. The event once again gathered a large number of international experts and service providers in the field to discuss trends, challenges, and the future of employee benefits.
IEBA is the world’s leading association focused on international employee benefits, offering its members education, up-to-date information, and opportunities for professional development in a constantly changing global environment. The association has over 900 members.
From Firstbrokers, International Account Manager Kristina Kreisberg attended the conference. She described the program in Brussels as intensive and inspiring:
“What particularly stood out was the discussion on cancer-related illnesses and their growing impact on both employees and employers. Leena Johns from MAXIS presented research based on cancer claims data and offered concrete strategies for how employers and claims payers can cope with and prepare for these difficult situations,” Kreisberg explained.
The conference program offered insights into many current topics, and Kreisberg highlighted a few examples:
“Managing workforce and employee benefits in high-risk industries – the discussion covered employee well-being and safety in demanding environments, as well as practical implementation of benefits. There was also an interesting conversation on the potential of AI in the development of employee benefits – how emerging technology can help tailor benefits more effectively and support the individual needs of employees.
”The event also provided a pleasant opportunity for networking during breaks and the evening gala. Brussels was once again recognized as an excellent event city, and IEBA received positive feedback from participants for both the program content and the balanced representation of employers and service providers. The large number of attendees from around the world reflects this as well.
The IEBA conference supports the continuous development of professionals in the field and offers in-depth knowledge of international employee benefits. Firstbrokers actively monitors international trends and brings the latest insights to support its clients in their everyday work.
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Firstbrokers Oy was founded in 1989 and is thus the first insurance brokerage company in Finland. Customers are Finnish SMEs and subsidiaries of international companies. Firstbrokers Oy is also the most international insurance broker in Finland, as it is a member of several global insurance broker networks. This enables business customers to provide risk management, insurance and employee benefits services easily, cost-effectively and reliably in more than 110 countries. Firstbrokers Oy covers its customers’ business and employees in all industries. Firstbrokers Oy continuously manages the risk management, insurance and employee benefits of more than 200 companies, and has already served more than a thousand companies during its 35 years of operation. We’ve got you covered!
- Firstbrokers representatives updated their knowledge at WBN inspiring conference in Istanbul
Firstbrokers’ representatives Kristina Kreisberg and Eduard Kanoshin participated on January 26-27 on Worldwide Broker Network (WBN) European Regional Meeting held in Turkey. The gathering of almost two hundred insurance industry professionals in Istanbul started the new WBN conference season.The conference consisted of two inspiring days to connect with colleagues and follow the latest market trends and issues.
The participants were able to hear interesting speeches about the most important European topics in the insurance and employee benefit industry from the keynote speaker, customers, partners and other members of the network. WBN is the world’s largest independent network of insurance brokers. Firstbrokers and its customers benefit from its membership – not least through these big meetings. Many conferences discuss issues that Firstbrokers can directly use in their everyday client work. This time Firstbrokers team found the following topics particularly interesting:
- The keynote speaker of the conference Soli Özel from Istanbul Kadir Has University provided a compass for navigating the turbulence when it comes to geopolitical changes and their global implications.
- George Zafiriou from Comergen SA and Ipek Ünal from Integra discussed the specific issues of the Turkish and European insurance markets.
- Scott Toland from Zurich Insurance shared information about ESG and sustainability regulations for Europe. In addition to new knowledge and skills, WBN meetings also offer something else: networking with European colleagues is always useful!
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Firstbrokers Oy was founded in 1989 and is thus the first insurance brokerage company in Finland. Customers are Finnish SMEs and subsidiaries of international companies. Firstbrokers Oy is also the most international insurance broker in Finland, as it is a member of several global insurance broker networks. This enables business customers to provide risk management, insurance and employee benefits services easily, cost-effectively and reliably in more than 110 countries. Firstbrokers Oy covers its customers’ business and employees in all industries. Firstbrokers Oy continuously manages the risk management, insurance and employee benefits of more than 200 companies, and has already served more than a thousand companies during its 35 years of operation. We’ve got you covered!