A DIRECTOR of a York-based company is celebrating after picking up an award from the Chartered Insurance Institute.

Veronica Wilkinson, director and company secretary of Charles Wilkinson Financial Planning Ltd, was presented with an exceptional service award at the annual Network Conference in London for her ongoing commitment to the institute.

A member since 1978, she has held a number of roles including education secretary, vice president and president. She also sits on the committee for the North East Regional Group and in 2009 was appointed to the CII board.

Chief executive Dr Alexander Scott said: “It is important to recognise practitioners who go above and beyond expectations to support colleagues, enhance customer experience and progress the standing of the profession. The Exceptional Service Awards mark the very best in insurance. Thanks must go to Veronica for her excellent work. She is a deserving winner.”