To Be Announced
Mark Kempf
Mark will speak on.. Shortening the Funnel, Testimonial letters, as well as good old chapter 27!
Dave Patriarche
Mainstay Insurance BrokerageDave Patriarche founded Mainstay Insurance Brokerage in 1996 as a one-person shop specializing in providing employee benefits to small and mid-sized businesses in the Greater Toronto Area.
Dave is a strong believer in continuing education and recognized the need for the group insurance industry to broaden its efforts in this area. In 2003 he started a small networking group, which evolved into regular breakfast meetings across the GTA, then into regular educational seminars beginning in 2009.
Dave is recognized as a leader in the group benefits industry, an accomplished speaker at industry events and a contributor to various industry publications. He mentors and acts as an informal resource to benefit brokers, participates in industry think tank groups as well as panels such as; the Benefits Advisors’ Drug Plan Outlook, the Canadian Leadership Council on Drug Plan Partnerships.
Dave spends his spare time with his family and also enjoys taking groups sailing on Lake Ontario, the Caribbean and Mediterranean seas and has even crossed the Atlantic ocean in 2019.
Blake Waddell
Waddell Insurance BrokersBlake began his career in the benefits industry in 2008 and has since played a key role in the remarkable growth of Waddell Insurance. A natural entrepreneur, Blake's journey started with launching a school lunch program in grade school and later owning a restaurant at the age of 22. His drive and determination have been evident throughout his career.
Blake is deeply involved in all facets of the insurance business and has been a long-time member of the Canadian Group Insurance Brokers (CGIB). He has actively contributed to initiatives that support and enhance the role of brokers, such as the National Group Benefits Meetings. Blake is a strong advocate for the value of independent brokerages and professional advice amidst industry consolidation, and he is also a member of the Canadian Broker Network.
With a strong emphasis on risk management, Waddell Insurance is committed to ensuring that every client receives the right coverage tailored to their specific needs.