I am interested in the challenge and excitement and I know that I can contribute to the forward advancement of FirstOntario. My background is in Ontario mutual insurance which is similar to Ontario credit unions being Ontario based companies directly supporting local communities. I believe in the local concept of service employing local people and investing in our Canadian economy.

This is what I have done for the majority of my career and it is a formula for success that needs to be perpetuated and advanced. I would enjoy and make a positive contribution to the strength of FirstOntario.

Personal Value

• Extensive business experience at a senior management level
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze financial statements
• Knowledge of investment philosophies
• Extensive strategic planning background
• Risk analysis
• Knowledge of boards and their governance role
• Computer literacy
• Presentation skills
• Work independently and cooperatively
• Knowledgeable of the relationship with FSRA (formerly FSCO)

Educational/Professional Designations

• B.A. Carleton University, Ottawa
• Certified Insurance Professional (CIP)

Work Experience

• CEO, Peel Mutual Insurance Company, Brampton Ontario, 1993 - 2008
• Financial Review Committee, Fire Mutuals Guarantee Fund 2010 -2019
  This involved solvency review and analysis of twelve specific mutual insurance companies and the reporting of same to FSRA

Board and/or Committee Experience

• Working with the board in my role as CEO
• Member of all committees in my role as CEO (finance, planning, etc.)
• Board Member/Chairman of Property & Casualty Conference, National Association of Mutual
• Insurance Companies (NAMIC), Indianapolis, IN, 1998 – 2004. Responsible for educational development with North America’s largest insurance association
• Member of various committees at OMIA
• Committee meetings with FSRA to report on solvency matters pertaining to Ontario regulated mutual insurance companies