Tony Venning
Managing Director
Tony is an industry veteran who has spent over 25 years in the insurance industry advising clients ranging from SMEs to multi-national organisations. He has worked in senior roles both in Australian and London advising businesses on risk management and insurance placement strategies. Tony started Crucial Insurance in 2014 with a vision to provide businesses of all shapes and sizes advisory based insurance solutions that ensure business owners are properly protected.
Luanne Venning
Office Manager
Luanne comes from an insurance industry background, having started her career with a major international insurance broker in London.
Her industry background combined with her organisational superpowers ensure our office runs like clockwork.
In between telling Tony what to do and looking after their children Jack, Will and Elsie, Luanne keeps the back office running smoothly and ensures the team have all the tools and resources to keep our clients happy.
Alishia Oliver
Account Manager
Alishia is our star utility player. She's a naturally happy soul who will always go the extra mile to keep our clients happy. An award-winning broker, Alishia has significant expertise across a range of insurance classes including domestic, strata and commercial insurance. She loves to get stuck into negotiating the best claims result possible. Our clients' feedback is often about how much they love her work ethic.
Daniel Weir
Account Executive
Daniel Weir is a seasoned professional in commercial insurance brokerage, bringing a wealth of expertise to our team at Crucial Insurance. His commitment to a client-first approach ensures tailored insurance solutions. Daniel excels in risk profiling, insurance broking, renewals and claims handling. His extensive knowledge makes him invaluable for both new and long-standing clients seeking positive insurance outcomes.
Elisha McMahon
Account Broker
Elisha McMahon embarked on her insurance career with Crucial Insurance in 2021, bringing fresh insights from her studies at Sunshine Coast University. Quickly advancing, she achieved Tier 2 and Tier 1 in Insurance Broking, showcasing her commitment to excellence. Elisha’s meticulous attention to detail and proactive mindset ensure clients receive bespoke insurance solutions for both domestic and commercial risks. Her ability to tailor precise, client-focused strategies underscores her integral role in our team.
Jade Ainsworth
Administration Assistant
Jade elevates our team at Crucial Insurance with her exceptional organisational skills and dedication to superior customer service. With six years in customer support, she combines a warm smile and diligent work ethic to address all insurance inquiries. Jade excels in managing client interactions with efficiency and punctuality. Outside work, she indulges in travel, voraciously reads across all genres, and relishes her music-filled downtime.