ACHMEA AUSTRALIA
Emma Thomas , CEO of Achmea Australia , discusses the importance of meeting the changing needs of Australian agribusiness through a digital transformation
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A chmea Australia is committed to helping agribusinesses protect their livelihoods and business continuity . It understands the power of embracing digital innovation to reach new heights , without compromising on the value of face-to-face service to deliver on its purpose of keeping farmers farming .
The insurer is part of the wider Achmea Group , which began 200 years ago in the Netherlands with 39 farmers cooperating together to collect money in a glass jar , to compensate each other in the event of a haystack fire . From there , the Achmea Group became a global insurance brand . With 14,500 employees in the Netherlands and 2,500 internationally , the Achmea Group supports the lives of 13 million people in six countries . Through its brands , the Achmea Group has supported the Netherlands in becoming the world ’ s second largest agricultural exporter
Emma Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer ( CEO ) of Achmea Australia . Passionate about accelerating its sustainable business growth , Emma says through cherishing Achmea ’ s cooperative heritage , Achmea Australia has ensured
JUNE 2020