The STRENGTH of Advisors, the support of Group Force

The STRENGTH of Advisors,
The support of Group Force

LEADERSHIP

Whether you’re new to the group insurance industry or you’re a seasoned advisor, we’re here to help you meet your needs. Group Force Benefits Inc. is a group benefits Managing General Agent (MGA). With over 20 years of experience, we are a strategic back office support service for advisors in all areas of group benefits.

Sally Hagan, CEBSManaging Director, MGA

About Sally Hagan

Sally Hagan

Sally Hagan, CEBSManaging Director, MGA

Sally leads the Canadian group benefits MGA business and works on strategic partnerships with carriers and advisors to deliver the best results for her clients. She has over 20 years of experience in the business with an established record of success in delivering solid solutions on employee group benefits plans of all sizes in both the public and private sectors.

Client-specific solutions are Sally’s strength, making her a great fit to be responsible for sales and marketing, along with midsize and large client consulting cases. She is also part of the country’s executive leadership team.

Prior to joining NFP in 2016, she worked at a large consulting firm for over 13 years.

Carlo Ravenna, GBAVice President

About Carlo Ravenna

Carlo Ravenna

Carlo Ravenna, GBAVice President

Carlo is a Director at Group Force in the Central Region with over 15 years of insurance industry experience, he exhibits a wealth of product knowledge and creative solutions in the Group benefits realm. Leveraging this wealth of knowledge, he acts as the liaison between the advisor, carriers, and even clients. Carlo’s phenomenal entrepreneurial attitude has driven — and continues to drive — the exponential growth of Group Force Benefits Inc.

Along with his team at Group Force Benefits Inc., he assists advisors of every caliber with new business, marketing, presentations, installations, and renewal negotiations. When necessary, he will lend a hand with administration and ongoing problem solving.

Prior to opening the doors of Group Force Benefits Inc., Carlo worked at Desjardins Financial, RBC Insurance, and at Sun Life Financial as a successful Account Executive.

Vince Camarda, GBAVice President

About Vince Camarda

Vince Camarda

Vince Camarda, GBAVice President

Vince is an industry veteran with over 19 years of experience. His extensive product knowledge makes him an expert in acting as a liaison between the advisor, carriers, and when requested, clients as well.

Together with Carlo, Vince has grown Group Force Benefits Inc. since first opening its doors in September 2011. Vince works with the Group Force team to assist advisors with new business, marketing, presentations, installations, and renewal negotiations. He also contributes to administration and ongoing problem solving.

Prior to Group Force, Vince began his career 1996 at Sun Life Financial in the underwriting department and worked his way up to becoming a Senior Underwriter. In 2003, he made the move to the Account Executive role.

Michel de Paiva, B.A.Vice President

About Michel De Paiva

Michel de Paiva

Michel de Paiva, B.A.Vice President

Michel de Paiva is the Director, Eastern Region at Group Force with 20 years of experience in group benefits. He began his insurance career at Sun Life Financial in July, 1997, after obtaining his Bachelor’s degree from Concordia University. Michel held various positions in the group benefits sector at Sun Life Financial, including a sales role as an Account Executive.

Michel’s diversified experience in group benefits allows him to better understand advisors’ needs and to design solutions for each individual broker. In June 2013, Michel opened the Group Force Montreal office as managing partner. His vision and mission is to provide a Strategic Administrative Solution for advisors, thereby allowing them the flexibility to grow their businesses.

Evelyn MaringkaAVP, Operations

About Evelyn Maringka

Evelyn Maringka

Evelyn MaringkaAVP, Operations

Evelyn has been with Group Force since 2013. She is responsible for overseeing the group benefits — a role she’s held since January 2018.

Evelyn is a strategic leader with a passion for learning in a dynamic and evolving industry. Her role consists of developing and maintaining relationships with carriers, advisors and key partners. Evelyn’s expertise centres around renewal analysis and negotiations. She also coaches and mentors staff while also developing long-term planning for operational excellence.

Prior to joining NFP, Evelyn worked at Canada Life.

Nadia QuattrocchiAVP, Operations

About Nadia Quattrocchi

Nadia Quattrocchi

Nadia QuattrocchiAVP, Operations

Nadia is a dynamic and dedicated leader with over 15 years’ experience in the group insurance industry.

An integral part of the Group Force Montreal team since 2013, she has evolved into the role she currently holds as AVP, Operations.

Nadia’s commitment to clients and staff is as evident as her passion for our industry.

Her responsibilities include strategic operational planning, developing partnerships, and mentoring staff members.In her time at Groupe Force Avantages Sociaux, she has fostered solid connections with carriers and advisors alike.

Nadia began her journey in the industry at Sun Life prior to joining Groupe Force Avantages Sociaux.

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