About

    Sequa Australia

    A knowledge-led, relationship-focused insurance brokerage combining the capability of a larger corporate brokerage with the accessibility and accountability of dealing directly with experienced local brokers.

    Why Sequa

    Built for personal, relationship-led advice.

    Sequa Australia was established to provide greater freedom to deliver personal, relationship-led advice, and to remain close to the client. The brokerage is built around taking the time to understand what a client actually does, examining the detail, and staying involved through renewal and claims.

    Based in Newcastle and the Hunter, Sequa works with suitable clients throughout Australia remotely by phone and video meeting.

    Our approach

    Transparency

    We explain your options clearly and are upfront, including when the circumstances do not support a claim.

    Professionalism

    The capability and professionalism of a larger corporate brokerage, with the accountability of dealing directly with experienced brokers.

    Extensive Knowledge

    We read the detail, identify potential gaps and bring genuine specialist expertise to complex risk.

    Meet the Team

    Experienced, approachable and personal.

    Greg Smith, Director

    Greg Smith

    35 years

    Director

    Greg Smith has spent 35 years in the insurance industry and brings extensive experience across commercial insurance, complex risk and claims advocacy. Before establishing Sequa Australia, Greg held senior insurance roles including Newcastle and Hunter Manager with global insurance broker Marsh.

    His career has seen him work with organisations ranging from major banks and international businesses through to local Newcastle and Hunter businesses. Greg's approach is straightforward: understand what a client actually does, examine the detail, explain the options clearly and remain available when the client needs help.

    Outside insurance, Greg has a long connection with rugby. Originally from New Zealand, he moved to Australia during the 1980s to play rugby for Randwick and remains heavily involved in the game through Hunter Junior Rugby Union.

    Sinead Hodge, Eastern Region Manager

    Sinead Hodge

    13 years

    Eastern Region Manager

    With 13 years of insurance broking experience, Sinead Hodge works with clients across a broad range of personal and commercial risks. Her experience ranges from high-net-worth personal assets through to sole traders, real estate businesses and international property developers.

    Sinead brings particular knowledge to farming and equine risks and takes a thorough approach to understanding each client's circumstances. Accuracy matters to her, particularly when identifying potential gaps or areas that require closer attention.

    Just as importantly, Sinead believes insurance advice should remain approachable. Clients should always feel comfortable picking up the phone, asking questions and talking through their concerns.

    Jennie Smith, Administration Manager

    Jennie Smith

    25 years

    Administration Manager

    With 25 years of office management experience, Jennie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our systems and operations. Her experience ranges from managing large retail operations to small boutique stores.

    Jennie is very methodical, detailed and brings a high level of organisation skills to our operation.

    Just as importantly, Jennie believes a smooth seamless operation will be beneficial to the advice we give. Jennie is approachable, where clients' comfort comes first.

    Our Network

    Personal advice. Broader market capability.

    Sequa Australia provides clients with the personal service of dealing directly with experienced brokers, supported by access to broader insurance markets and professional resources through its industry network.

    Sequa Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 80 700 048 273) is an Authorised Representative (001322445) of EBN Holdings Pty Ltd ABN 24 635 396 306 AFSL 518220.

    Sequa Australia Pty Ltd

    ABN 80 700 048 273

    Authorised Representative No. 001322445

    EBN Holdings Pty Ltd

    ABN 24 635 396 306

    AFSL 518220 (licence holder)

    Partnerships & Memberships

    Sequa Australia partnerships and memberships including EBN, NIBA and Steadfast network organisations

    Newcastle & Hunter

    Local base, national capability.

    Sequa is based in Newcastle and the Hunter Region and primarily services clients locally, but works with suitable clients throughout Australia remotely by phone and video meeting. You will always deal directly with Greg or Sinead, not a call centre.

    PO Box 171, Rutherford NSW 2320

    The Sequa relationship

    More than an initial quote.

    Sequa's value extends well beyond arranging an initial policy. This is what the relationship looks like over time.

    1. 1First conversation
    2. 2Understand the risk
    3. 3Review options
    4. 4Place appropriate insurance
    5. 5Ongoing communication
    6. 6Renewal review
    7. 7Claims support
    8. 8Long-term relationship

    Start with a conversation.

    Tell us what you need help with and we'll organise a time to talk.

    You'll deal directly with Greg or Sinead, not a call centre.