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Who We Are

As a not-for-profit association, we educate and license brokers, attract new talent to the profession and advocate for brokers and consumers across the province. Through flagship events and experiences, we bring the insurance community together to connect, learn and shape the future of Ontario’s broker channel.

Advocacy

We work to protect and promote the interests of brokers and their clients through active engagement with government and industry.

Education & Collaboration

We support brokers at every stage of their career with relevant education, professional development and industry connection.

Member Services

We offer member-exclusive discounts, access to professional services and industry insight to inform trend forecasting and benchmarking.

What We Do

Strengthen consumer trust in brokers through public awareness initiatives
Deliver industry updates, insights and market trend analysis
Provide exclusive education and licensing programs tailored to Ontario Brokers
Advocate for brokers with all levels of government, regulators and industry
Offer networking opportunities through events, conferences and meetups
Support brokers with tools, resources and professional development programs
Recruit next gen brokers to ensure a strong, thriving broker community

People

We're a small, dedicated team committed to supporting Ontario Brokers through strategic initiatives, partnerships and innovative programs that strengthen the broker community.

Shara Bierman
FCIP, CAIB

President

Strong Roots Insurance Brokers | Stratford

Dario Battista

Chair & Director

isure | Woodbridge

Dan Ayotte

North Western & North Eastern Director

PAIB Insurance Inc. l Timmins

Sam Jazayeri
CAIB

Toronto/York/Peel Director

PrimeService Insurance l Thornhill

Laura Higgins
CIP, CPIB

Central East Director

Meadwell Mowat & Fennell | Whitby

Brian Erwin

Eastern Ontario Director

McDougall Insurance | Ottawa

Pamela Derksen
FCIP

Director

NFP Canada | Woodstock

Crystal Kaustinen
CIP, AIPC

Director

Acera Insurance | St. Thomas

Jay Regimbal
CAIB

Central West Director

Youngs Insurance Brokers Inc. | Fort Erie

Cassandra Backhouse
CAIB, CIP

Southwestern Ontario Director

Nacora Insurance Brokers | Mississauga

Brenda Rose, CIP

Director

FCA Insurance Brokers | Toronto

Affiliate Associations

Our 30+ Affiliates lead initiatives that honour the profession and promote broker leadership within the industry.

Territory Director
Dan Ayotte

North Western & North Eastern Director

PAIB Insurance Inc. l Timmins

Affiliates

Insurance Brokers Association of Northwestern Ontario

Clare Kempe

Westland Insurance

North Bay Insurance Brokers Association

Position Vacant

Timmins-Porcupine Insurance Brokers Association

Dan Ayotte

PAIB Insurance

Sudbury & District Insurance Brokers Association

James Smith, AIIC

Cambrian Insurance Brokers

Newsletter

Our weekly enewsletter delivers the latest news on the broker channel and insurance industry. Exclusive for IBAO Members. If you’re a member and haven’t received IBAO Updates, get in touch.

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