These remarkable individuals were chosen following a global employee voting process in 2025, which engaged Allianz Partners employees worldwide in selecting athletes who embody resilience, determination, and excellence.
Tomas Kunzmann, Chief Executive Officer of Allianz Partners, states: “At Allianz Partners, we believe in the power of sports to unite and inspire. We are proud to support these five exceptional Para athletes as their authenticity, resilience and excellence in execution mirror our culture and ambitions. Together, we believe in the strength of community and our aim is to support the athletes’ journeys while fostering meaningful connections between our employees, partners, customers, and the athletes themselves.”
Jean-Marc Pailhol, Connecting with Champions program sponsor, adds: “We are committed to providing the athletes with comprehensive support from the Allianz Partners community, which includes its employees and Board Members. Our ambition is that this program raises awareness for our athletes and creates a unique connection between the Allianz family and these inspiring champions. We look forward to seeing them succeed at the LA28 Games.”
This collaboration builds on Allianz’s long-standing partnership with the Paralympic Movement, which celebrates its 20th year anniversary in 2026. This initial engagement led to a strategic relationship, evolving to Allianz becoming Worldwide Olympic & Paralympic Partner in 2021, which will continue through 2032. As the Official Insurer of the LA28 Paralympic Games, Allianz is dedicated to empowering athletes and fans worldwide, transcending social and cultural barriers through the unifying power of sports.
Stay tuned for more updates on the "Connecting with Champions" program and the incredible journeys of these five Para athletes via the Allianz Partners Social Media channels.
