Josh Watson – Managing Director
Josh began his career in insurance with Ausure Insurance Brokers in Newcastle as a trainee at 19 years old & after completing his introduction at Head Office he relocated to Tamworth to assist with the management of their rural book and continue his education.
After 2 years in a local brokerage Josh then started, owned and operated the Taree branch of Ausure Insurance Brokers. After building this into a sizable business, Josh had a short break working with horses in Texas USA and the Gold Coast at the Australian Outback Spectacular.
Josh was approached to manage the start-up of Ausure in Scone in 2014 and the business has grown rapidly to now expand into the New England with an office in Tamworth.
Being able to understand different business’s both rural & corporate and provide Insurance solutions for their protection is the driver behind owning and managing Ausure Scone & Tamworth.
Janicke Griffith – Operation & Account Manager
Janicke graduated from the University of Sheffield, UK in 2013 with a Philosophy BA (Hons) Degree before embarking on a trip of a lifetime that would see her finally settle in Scone, NSW.
Janicke volunteers in the local community coaching Representative Netball in Scone having played Premier League Netball in the UK and captaining the University 1st Team & is passionate about all things horses from racing to re-training Off The Track Thoroughbred’s.
Having worked with Ausure Scone since 2015 and holding a ‘Diploma Of Financial Services – Insurance Broking’, Janicke has a great depth of knowledge in reviewing large accounts, policy wordings and is very proficient in the technical aspect of being an Insurance Broker.
Nick Watson – Account Manager
Nick started with Ausure at a young age after graduating from Tocal Ag college, pursuing a career that would increase his business knowledge whilst also remain involved in the rural industry.
Providing professional and reliable service to all clients with a focus on personal meetings gives Nick the opportunity to relate to both the Business and Rural people with comprehensive Insurance advise and solutions.
Nick holds a Tier 1 Insurance Broking qualification.
Helena Walker – Authorised Representative
Helena has been with Ausure since 2018 and is based in our Tamworth office. With over 16 years of experience in the Financial Services and Insurance industry, this has provided Helena with extensive knowledge and experience in all facets.
Helena enjoys the role as she is able to see firsthand the importance of having the right insurance policy and being able to help our clients in their moments of need. Helena understands that effective communication is paramount and prides herself in building strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
Helena is immensely driven and dedicated which allows her to strive to do her best to meet the needs and wants of her clients.
When she isn’t at work, Helena enjoys spending quality time with her husband and three children, as they explore the surrounding regions or spending time at home on the farm.
Madeline Kelaher – Authorised Representative
Maddie has lived in the Upper Hunter all her life and recently joined the Ausure Team in 2020.
Being new to Insurance with a background in Communications Maddie is excited about furthering her Insurance knowledge and providing a high level of service to new and existing clients.