Gary Okely 

Gary’s expertise in advisory, risk and insurance sectors has guided the evolution of innovative solutions tailored to meet government protection needs, with a sharp focus on the important local government sector. 

Having worked with insurance markets in Australia, Asia and London during a 40-year career, his approach has been trailblazing. Gary assists governments, businesses and not-for-profits to move beyond traditional insurance approaches and to take the reins for stronger risk management and claims results.

This work has resulted in modernising risk management for continuous change, including expanding opportunities in cooperative self-insurance. Gary is also leading conversations on disaster vulnerability and resilience-building in Australia.

Gary is now Head of JLT Public Sector – Pacific, part of Marsh McLennan. He is the President of Australia’s National Insurance Brokers Association and he holds a number of Board positions. He is a Qualified Practicing Insurance Broker.