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Brent Gilbert, CCIB, ICD.D

Brent Gilbert, CCIB, ICD.D

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Corporate Director

  • Education

    • Institute of Corporate Directors

      2015 - 2015
      ICD.D Designation Corporate Governance

      In the current, evolving business and governance landscape, the ICD.D designation helps directors be better at what they do, and ultimately, create better boards and better business. Granted by the Institute of Corporate Directors after completion of the Directors Education Program and passing both a written examination and an in-person examination process conducted by seasoned directors, the ICD.D designation represents a lifelong commitment to excellence in the boardroom, a desire to stay… Show more In the current, evolving business and governance landscape, the ICD.D designation helps directors be better at what they do, and ultimately, create better boards and better business. Granted by the Institute of Corporate Directors after completion of the Directors Education Program and passing both a written examination and an in-person examination process conducted by seasoned directors, the ICD.D designation represents a lifelong commitment to excellence in the boardroom, a desire to stay current, and to be a more effective director. Show less

    • Canadian Professional Sales Association

      2008 - 2008
      Cerrtified Sales Professional, with Distinction Professional Sales

    • Insurance Brokers Association of Canada

      1985 - 1985
      Canadian Certified Insurance Broker Property and Casualty Insurance

    • MacGregor Collegiate Institute

      1968 - 1972
      Grade 12 Graduate University Entrance

    • Institute of Corporate Directors - Rotman School of Management

      2014 - 2015
      ICD.D Directors Education Program

      The Directors Education Program (DEP), jointly developed by the Institute of Corporate Directors and the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, is offered nationally at Canada’s top business schools. In June of 2015, I completed the academic requirements for the inaugural DEP course held in in Winnipeg at the Asper School of Business. Since the launch of the DEP, over 3,000 directors have completed the program, taking the first step towards acquiring their ICD.D designation.… Show more The Directors Education Program (DEP), jointly developed by the Institute of Corporate Directors and the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, is offered nationally at Canada’s top business schools. In June of 2015, I completed the academic requirements for the inaugural DEP course held in in Winnipeg at the Asper School of Business. Since the launch of the DEP, over 3,000 directors have completed the program, taking the first step towards acquiring their ICD.D designation. The ICD and the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management proudly celebrated the 100th offering of the DEP in 2014. Show less

    • The University of Winnipeg

      1973 - 1977
      Bachelor of Education Geography, Kinesiology

  • Experience

    • Stewart-Greenslade Limited

      Jul 1978 - Apr 2008
      President

      I was President of this insurance brokerage firm prior to merging with Horizon Insurance

    • Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba

      Jan 1988 - Jan 1989
      Past President

      The Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba is an organization representing approximately 2,000 broker members from all communities across Manitoba. The Association's efforts – always with the best interests of consumers in mind and speaking with a collective voice as the insurance authority in Manitoba – is to ensure that insurance brokers remain the primary provider of insurance services in Manitoba.

    • Insurance Brokers Association of Canada

      Jan 1993 - Jan 1994
      Past President

      The Insurance Brokers Association of Canada (IBAC) is the national voice of P&C (Property and Casualty) insurance brokers and an advocate for insurance consumers. IBAC represents the interests of both insurance brokers and their customers to the Government of Canada.

    • HUB International Horizon Insurance

      Apr 2008 - Dec 2014

      After stepping down from management duties and entering semi-retirement, I was responsible for advising key commercial clients with respect to their risk management and risk transfer requirements including the placement and management of their insurance portfolios. I completely retired from insurance broking on December 31, 2014. Responsible for all facets of marketing relationships with insurance companies represented by HUB International and resulting exclusive insurance programs. Responsible for operational management including budgeting, financial control, sales/revenue generation, marketing, risk management, customer service, strategic planning, goal setting, and performance evaluations. Assisted the management team with mergers and acquisitions. Responsible for operational management including budgeting, financial control, sales/revenue generation, marketing, risk management and customer service. Responsible for organizational management, focusing on efficiency, productivity and professional standards.

      • Senior Commercial Account Executive

        Apr 2013 - Dec 2014

      • Chief Marketing Officer

        Feb 2012 - Apr 2013

      • Chief Operating Officer

        Jul 2010 - Feb 2012

      • Vice President Operations

        Apr 2009 - Jul 2010

      • Managing Director - Best Practices

        Apr 2008 - Apr 2009

    • Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.

      Sept 2012 - Jun 2021
      Board Chair

    • Portage Mutual Insurance

      Apr 2015 - now
      Board Director

      Former HR and Compensation Committee Chair and Former Governance Committee Chair.

    • Institute of Corporate Directors - Manitoba Chapter

      Feb 2016 - now
      Chapter Executive

      The Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) is the definitive resource for Canada's Board of Directors. The ICD strives to lead and demonstrate the value of excellence in directorship, and enlightens directors to anticipate, influence, and meet boardroom challenges, through education, resources and advocacy.

    • Portage Mutual Insurance Company

      Apr 2022 - now
      Board Chair

      Chair of the Board of Directors of Portage Mutual Insurance. Ex Officio member of Audit, Governance & Conduct Review, HR & Compensation, Investment, Pension, and Risk Committees.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Canadian Certified Insurance Broker (Retired)

      Insurance Brokers Association of Canada

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fund Raising

      Issued by Assiniboine Park Conservancy on Sept 2011
      Assiniboine Park ConservancyAssociated with Brent Gilbert, CCIB, ICD.D

    • Circle of Friends

      Issued by Marymound on Sept 2015
      MarymoundAssociated with Brent Gilbert, CCIB, ICD.D

    • Board Director

      Issued by Winnipeg Singers on Nov 2012
      Winnipeg SingersAssociated with Brent Gilbert, CCIB, ICD.D