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| Rich Commerford, B.Comm., M.B.A., CAIB President and Owner Rich is highly regarded in the insurance industry for his insurance knowledge and business acumen. These qualities have ensured that Macnaughton & Ward has improved its reputation for customer service and has expanded customer options by increasing the number of insurance companies under contract. Through training and careful recruiting, he has developed a strong management group to meet the diverse needs of the company's customers. Rich gained his commercial experience while operating in various senior financial capacities, first with the Westar group of companies (forestry, mining, oil, and gas) and then in the Automotive retail industry with the Jim Pattison Auto Group. In 1989 he capitalized on his knowledge and experience by going into business as an owner operator when he acquired Charlton Insurance in Burnaby. He subsequently acquired Macnaughton & Ward in 1999. Rich welcomes everyone to enjoy the Macnaughton & Ward experience. |
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| Julie Christiansen,
B.Comm., CA VP, C.F.O. Julie has been with Macnaughton and Ward since 1998. Her varied background includes public practice, where she focused on auditing large warehouse inventory distribution companies and wineries. In her commercial career, she achieved promotions to the Controllership of Jim Pattison Lease and Great Pacific Leasing, including becoming the Senior Controller of the Domestic Dealerships with the Jim Pattison Auto Group. As the Chief Financial Officer, Julie currently is responsible for all financial matters, assists the President in developing strategic directions for the company, and also develops initiatives to help the company and its employees reach optimal performance levels. |
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| James Commerford, B.A.
Senior Vice President, Dealer Services James joined Macnaughton & Ward in 2006 after working in the banking industry for over 6 years. Aside from possessing exceptional customer service skills, James brings with him experience in general accounting practices, management & training strategies, as well as information technology. James is currently responsible for managing the mobile road operation and along with the CFO, assists the president in developing strategic directions for the company. Other primary responsibilities are to ensure the companies information technologies are efficiently employed to reach productivity targets. |
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| Diane Frew, CAIB VP Manager Guildford Office Diane entered the Insurance Industry in 1970. She joined Macnaughton & Ward in 1981 as a Customer Service Representative handling Personal Insurance. In 1989 the Langley Branch was opened and Diane was given the position of Office Manager. Due to her involvement in the community, loyalty to the Company and relationship with her customers, she successfully grew the business. In 1999 Diane was transferred to the Guildford office where she was given the title of Manager of Personal Insurance. Two years later she was promoted to Vice President Manager Guildford office in recognition of her contributions. With over 30 years of industry exposure, Diane brings a depth of experience and qualifications that provides her customers with service and knowledge of the highest caliber. |
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| Tracy Dance-Olson, CAIB Sr. Commercial Account Executive With over 20 years of experience, Tracy has dealt with a variety of commercial accounts. This has enabled her to recognize risk exposures and provide the appropriate coverage to protect their business. Tracy welcomes the opportunity look after your commercial insurance needs! |
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| Candice Huddleston Nieson Commercial Account Executive Candice began her insurance career in 1986. With over 20 years in the insurance industry dealing with midsize to large commercial accounts, Candice brings a wealth of knowledge that is an asset to our commercial team. To answer your questions, she is only a phone or email away! |
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| Nasrollah
John Tafreshi, CAIB Manager Langley John has been a Langley resident for 15 years. He obtained his "Property and Casualty Insurance" degree from Tehran College of Insurance, Tehran-Iran in 1977. He then started working in his home country's insurance industry in various positions such as Claim Adjuster, Underwriting and finally agency ownership. After moving to Langley, Canada, in 1995, he continued to work his way up from Sales and Service Representative to management positions within the communty of Langley. Nasrollah brings a depth of experience in Personal Lines, Farm and Commercial accounts. He joined Macnaughton & Ward in March 2006 TOP |
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