Passionate about both his work and his life in general, this experienced broker fully understands the importance of choosing the right insurance for a construction site and has many grateful clients to show for it. Let’s hear what this man of action has to say!
What’s your career been like so far? How long have you worked in insurance?
I’ve been in insurance for almost 12 years now. I initially wanted to go into finance, but some family members who were already working in insurance persuaded me that insurance would offer me the kinds of challenges and opportunities I was looking for. I was also fortunate to do two internships in insurance during my education, which gave me a foretaste of the actual work as well as an opportunity to get my feet wet. I have absolutely no regrets about my choice!
You’re particularly active on the local sports scene in Mont-Sainte-Anne, and you combine your passion for the outdoors with community involvement. How do you manage?
I have two other deep passions in my life – downhill skiing and mountain biking, and I also love mountains in general. Since I live in a small community near Mont-Sainte-Anne where everyone knows each other, I think it’s important to be involved in your local community, though I sometimes lack the time due to work and my three young children. Nonetheless, I was a Leucan fundraising campaign ambassador last year in Charlevoix–Côte-de-Beaupré. I’m particularly proud of this contribution to the community because the money raised went directly to children with cancer and their families in the region.
What is your business insurance specialty?
My clients operate in a variety of sectors, so I consider myself a generalist. However, I started out as an underwriter with an insurance company that primarily dealt with building contractors. I used to analyze the risks entailed in insurance policy proposals from brokers and recommend the best prices and protections for my clients. That’s how I gradually developed expertise in construction and why I feel I can provide well-grounded advice to my clients based on their specific needs.