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Mentorship in the Insurance Industry: Bruce’s Top Five Tips for New Brokers

As an insurance professional with over forty years experience in the Canadian insurance business, I recognize the importance of mentoring future leaders within the industry. In this article, I will share my top five tips for anyone just starting out in the insurance field…

Acera CEO Bruce Rabik on Insurance Industry’s Approach to Wildfire Season

Each summer, wildfire disasters in Canada’s endless stretches of forests seem to escalate and become more and more inescapable. The 2024 wildfire season has been no different..

The Human Costs Behind Insurance

I have been fortunate enough to spend the last three decades working at the top levels of Canada’s insurance industry. During that time, I’ve gotten to know many incredible and talented people. Since founding the Canadian Brokers Network in 2002, I have worked with over a thousand professionals from Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario.

Bruce Rabik On What To Know About Your Home Insurance When It Comes to Natural Disasters

The past couple of years have seen a rise in insurance claims due to natural disasters occurring across North America. Now more than ever it’s important for homeowners to understand exactly what ‘is’ and ‘isn’t’ covered under their insurance policies, and if a natural disaster occurs, what steps to take.

No ‘evidence our competitors are paying attention to culture’ – Acera COO

“It’s really just us and BFL that are left as Canadians”

Acera Insurance chief operating officer Bruce Rabik has taken aim at US private equity-backed competitors who claim to be looking for cultural fits rather than a revenue and premium boost.

Canadian insurance leader predicts US-owned brokerage layoffs, M&A slowdown

‘Canadians are having to answer to bosses in Chicago’

M&A activity may be a regular part of the Canadian brokerage landscape, but the COO of one brokerage believes that there is a “deafening silence” around the increasing Americanization of local businesses and has predicted that an M&A slowdown could drive layoffs at US-owned firms based in Canada.

Acera Insurance expands in Alberta through Rushton deal

Partnership expands its presence in the province

Acera Insurance Services (Acera) has expanded its operations in central Alberta by inking a deal with Rushton Agencies.

Rushton Agencies is an independent brokerage that has been working with individuals, farmers, and businesses across Stettler, Alberta, for over 100 years.