Mentorship

When you think of insurance, your first thought may be about your vehicle or your home. But did you know that insurance impacts virtually every other industry in the economy including finance, engineering, and healthcare? Read on for insights from insurance professionals with backgrounds in each of these areas, and how you can hatch a […]

The winners of the 17th Annual Canada’s Top Employers for Young People have been announced by Mediacorp Canada Inc. in partnership with The Globe and Mail, and we are so pleased to congratulate our clients who won! Winning employers are recognized as being Canada’s leaders for offering the best workplaces and programs for young people […]

I joined the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) when I was 16 years old. At the time I was unfocused and unambitious. After concentrating on my personal development in the Army, I gained the confidence and aspiration I needed to advance my civilian career. When I joined the Army in 2012 during my co-op semester I […]

There’s a lot more to the insurance industry than meets the eye. You may think of insurance as simply home, life, and automobile insurance, but in fact, there is property, liability, and many more specialty lines that companies, governments, and non-profits purchase, creating varied and exciting opportunities for grads. Not only is working in insurance […]

Get crackin’! There’s only one week left to apply to Odgers Berndtson’s CEOx1Day Program. So far we’ve shared Annu Puri’s story at Molson Coors and Olivia Poulin’s day at PayPal Canada. Now, we’re taking you on Grace Jin’s CEOx1Day journey with Jeff More, CEO of MineSense Technologies Ltd. Grace Jin Sauder School of Business, University […]

Annu Puri School: University of Waterloo Location: Toronto Name of CEO: Frederic Landtmeters Don’t miss one of the most important opportunities in your student experience! Applications for the Odgers Berndtson’s CEOx1Day Program are officially open. You have only a few more weeks to apply before the deadline on October 26th, 2018. Curious about the process and […]

Olivia Poulin School: Brock University, Goodman School of Business Location: St. Catharines Name of CEO: Paul Parisi CEOx1Day is a unique chance for top students to try on a CEO hat for size! For one day, a top student is paired with a Chief Executive Officer to learn what it takes to lead a prominent organization. […]

“Mentor” has been a buzzword for a at least a decade now, and yet the importance of having one is often overlooked. A mentor is someone who can help you get through any new and challenging stage in your life — school, work, your own business, and much more. So how do you find one? […]

You may recognize Mercedes-Benz as a luxury car brand, but have you heard of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Canada? Located in Mississauga, Ontario, they support the sales efforts of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, vans and Daimler trucks in Canada by offering premier financial services to retail customers and the dealer network. More than just finances and automotives, […]

Networking is the key to building lasting relationships and a meaningful career. In insurance, you’re always building relationships – whether with clients, co-workers, brokers, or your managers. It’s important to get comfortable with networking and fostering connections that will help you to hatch your career in the industry. “Networking is a key gateway to finding […]

The winners of the 16th Annual Canada’s Top Employers for Young People editorial competition have been released by Mediacorp Canada Inc. in partnership with The Globe and Mail, and we are so pleased to congratulate our clients who won! Winning employers are recognized as being Canada’s leaders for offering the best workplaces and programs for […]