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About Risk - Who We Are

As a Corporate Authorised Representative of Insurance Advisernet Australia Pty Ltd, we are a part of a national network that is one of Australia's largest General Insurance Broker organisations. This allows us to provide professional advice on the right insurance, for clients from all walks of life.

Based in Mt Gravatt in Brisbane and Hervey Bay on the Fraser Coast, we provide personalised insurance services to our clients that correctly assess their business risks, protect their assets and take the stress out of dealing with insurance companies themselves. We provide support from the get go, and continuously educate, inform and make contact with our clients to continuously ensure their wellbeing, and to ensure their insurance consistently meets their changing needs. 

Becoming a trusted local broker within Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast regions as well as Hervey Bay/Fraser Coast Region. We have partnered with our clients to achieve the best possible outcomes, for them and their businesses. 

Our Insurance Brokers

Nigel Curtis

Principal
Authorised Representative No. 323731
With over 30 years experience, Nigel’s insurance expertise ranges from small business requirements through to complete insurance planning and advice for large established corporations, including international regulations.

His extensive knowledge of the needs of the Commercial Property, Manufacturing and Transport and Mining industries, coupled with a broad understanding of the risks and exposures confronting industry as a whole, means he can provide clients with expert advice and high quality insurance protection. Nigel has the ability to recognise and consider even the smallest details that may affect insurance cover or claims.

Nigel is sole principal of About Risk. He is a Qualified Practising Insurance Broker (QPIB), holds a Diploma of Financial Services in Insurance Broking and is committed to offering personal service, backed with strong administration skills. 

Phone: 0438 160 871

Alf De Thomasis

Senior Account Manager
Authorised Representative No. 425161
Alf joined the insurance industry in 1991 and has held senior positions throughout Qld with major Corporate organisations within the industry such as Aon Risk Services, Freeman Mcmurrick and The Housing Industry Association of Australia. This experience has been invaluable and has provided him with a wealth of knowledge to advise clients across a variety of industry sectors and he specializes in all areas relating to General Insurance.

Alf is a member of NIBA and The Australia and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance. Alf holds a Diploma of Financial Services (Broking) and is a Certified Insurance Professional

Phone: 0418 979 719

Tracy Geiger

Senior Account Manager
 Authorised Representative No. 262147
Tracy has over 35 years of insurance experience, she brings with her a wealth of knowledge and customer service skills to the team. Tracy has been a valuable member of the About Risk team since 2015.

Her efficiency and expertise provide great benefit to both the team and our vast range of clients. 

Tracy manages the Hervey Bay office and has a strong belief in the value of the local community and is committed to providing a personalised and comprehensive service tailored to suit our clients’ individual needs.

She holds a Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking) and ensures she offers an enhanced level of excellent service.

In her leisure time she enjoys travelling and camping with her husband.

Phone: 07 4124 4900

Chantelle Chipman

Account Manager
Authorised Representative No. 1284133
Chantelle joined the Mt Gravatt team in 2020 after spending the last 15 years in the Financial Services Industry. Throughout her time in the banking industry in both Australia and New Zealand, she assisted new and existing General Insurance clients making sure they were adequately protected. She also developed and lead many high performing teams to achieve excellent customer advocacy, a transferrable skill that compliments the About Risk team well. Chantelle is committed to fostering current relationships and learning more about the diverse range of clients and their varied industries.

Chantelle has completed her Tier 1 in Insurance Broking and now looks after a range of both General Insurance and Commercial clients.

Outside of work Chantelle enjoys spending time with her family and two active kids.

Phone: 0407 260 679

Matthew Melville

Assistant Account Executive
Authorised Representative No. 1304699
Matthew joined the team early in 2023 from the Financial Service Industry to kick start his career in the insurance industry.

He has now completed his Tier 1 in Insurance Broking and is well equipped and ready to start building some quality relationships.

He brings youth and energy to the team and outside of work Matthew is a semi-professional football player.

Phone: 07 3349 6010

Marc Anderson

Senior Account Manager
Authorised Representative No. 342303
Marc has over 25 years general insurance experience. Marc holds a Bachelor of Business (Insurance), Tier 1 General Insurance and Tier 1 Insurance Broking and is a ANZIIF Certified Insurance Professional (since 2003).

Marc brings extensive experience in Underwriting, Claims management, Broking & Risk management to the About Risk team. Marc is also a member of the Australian Professional Thermography Association (AUSPTA) and the Australian Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (AINDT).

Phone: 0439 263 112

Why Choose us

One Point of Contact 

Our clients receive personalised and prompt service from our brokers, who provide continuous support and professional advice. 

Real Value With Competitive Pricing

Our brokers work hard to find our clients the very best protection with real value for their businesses. Each business is different, with its own unique needs and requirements, and our brokers understand and respect that. 

Industry Expertise

As a Corporate Authorised Representative of Insurance Advisernet Australia Pty Ltd, we are a part of a national network that is one of Australia's largest General Insurance Broker organisations. This allows us to provide professional advice on the right insurance that is up to date with the latest industry news and changes, that provides our clients with the most value. 

Insurance Advisernet Australia (IAA) is also a principal member of the National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA) and a part of the Austbrokers Group, allowing us to have access to the most relevant industry information and news. 

Ultimate Choice

Being a part of the Insurance Advisernet Group, we have active relationships with more than 100 major insurers. This allows us to offer our clients ultimate choice in finding the right cover for their business. 

Customer Feedback

All too often, we only ever share constructive feedback but I have some feedback that I feel is far too important to not share.

You are in employment possession of an absolute LEGEND. Tracy, as I am sure you are aware, is worth her weight in gold AND diamonds.

I came to her in desperation after some issues with getting new policies and needed someone to sort it all out for me.

After a quick recommendation post on the community notice board, I got in touch with Tracy (I have no idea who recommended her, but you can start seeing a pattern when Facebook people are recommending her instantly).

I was a bit frantic, disorganised, had all the paperwork SOMEWHERE but had no idea what I was/wasn’t covered for, or even at that stage what our full scope of business activities were. The term ‘nightmare new client’ comes to mind when I think of the mess I dumped on Tracy’s desk.
She diligently, professionally, pragmatically, and empathetically worked through the my mess of paperwork.

Tracy can give you an overview of what it was that she landed with but honestly – her diligence, competence, professionalism and skills have:
  • Secured insurance which I thought was not going to be possible due to the industry we are in
  • Saved me over $5000 – I was expecting to pay a secondary insurance policy premium
  • Found out the previous policy wasn’t actually in force, and I have been paying for a policy that was cancelled
  • Supported me in detailing out our business activities scope
  • Was incredibly empathetic and supportive.
The intention of this email is to highlight the AMAZING work that Tracy has done. She has my thanks and honestly – admiration! Thank you, Tracy, for taking my mess and putting it all into a neat little present, gift wrapped with security and peace of mind.

If you were in front of me – I would hug you and buy you a cocktail of your choice!

We proudly support local groups and give back quarterly to Zig Zag so they

can continue making a positive impact on our community

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