Industry Spotlight

2024 Underwriters of the Year | Martine Chouinard, Commercial Underwriter, L’Unique General Insurance

Martine Chouinard’s career spans nearly four decades, and her insurance journey reflects her dedication to the industry, commitment to her brokers, and passion for lifelong learning. Chouinard began her career in 1985 at Zurich in the claims department, handling opening calls from brokers and insureds. Over the years she has held various roles, including adjuster […]

By Canadian Broker Network | September 17, 2024

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2024 Underwriters of the Year | Andrea Carlson, Senior Commercial Property Underwriter, Aviva Canada

Andrea Carlson’s foray into the insurance world began over two decades ago during her last year of high school when her mother, a commercial lines broker, suggested she enrol in Fanshawe College’s insurance program. Carlson first worked as a commercial customer service broker at various brokerages while completing her CAIB designation. She then joined Economical […]

By Canadian Broker Network | September 16, 2024

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2024 Underwriters of the Year | Robert Campbell, Executive Underwriter, Commercial Lines, Northbridge Insurance

Robert Campbell started his insurance career with Northbridge Insurance in 2008 as an associate underwriter after completing his BA at Saint Mary’s University.  Over the years, Campbell has held a variety of advancing roles: from senior underwriter, underwriter specialist, team lead, and underwriting manager, to his current role as Executive Underwriter, Commercial Lines.  He is […]

By Canadian Broker Network | September 13, 2024

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2024 Underwriters of the Year | Julie Bryant, Senior Commercial Property Underwriter, The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group

Julie Bryant started working in the insurance industry as a broker right after graduating from high school — and she’s never looked back. For the first 15 years of her career, Bryant managed a comprehensive portfolio of a client’s business, including home, auto, farm, and commercial insurance. She joined The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group (formerly […]

By Canadian Broker Network | September 12, 2024

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