New CEO appointed at Canada's Largest Pet Insurance Provider
Western Financial Group ("Western") President and CEO Scott Tannasannounced that Glenn Williams has been appointed President and CEO of WesternFinancial Insurance Company ("WFIC"), a wholly owned subsidiary ofWestern and Canada's oldest and largest provider of pet insurance under thePetsecure brand. The appointment became effective on January 20, 2012.
Mr. Williams has served WFIC since March2010 as Vice President of Operations and, since May 2011, as Chief OperatingOfficer. He replaces Randy Valpy, who is leaving the company to pursueother opportunities.
"Glenn brings focus, depth andoperational expertise to Petsecure. In his new role, he builds upon asuccessful foundation of leadership and change management both here at Westernand throughout his career," said Mr. Tannas. "Glenn's experience inshepherding WFIC through a time of rapid change while energizing and motivatinghis team has been impressive. WFIC and the Petsecure brand are well positionedfor rapid growth, and Glenn's skills and leadership will help accelerate thisprogress."
Earlier in his career, Mr. Williams servedin various CFO, VP and other leadership roles at Arnold Bros. Transport, theWinnipeg Free Press, Thomson Newspapers, and other leading firms.
A lifelong Winnipegger, Mr. Williams willcontinue to be based at the WFIC Winnipeg head office. In late 2011Western announced that the company will be moving into a new building nearWinnipeg's Polo Park centre, where WFIC will be headquartered alongsideWestern's other Winnipeg-based operations.
About Petsecure pet healthinsurance and Western Financial Insurance Company
Petsecure pet insurance, the core brand of Western FinancialInsurance Company, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Financial Group. Petsecureis Canada's oldest and largest pet insurance provider with over 20 years ofoffering innovative pet insurance to Canadian pet owners. Petsecure hastwo unique pet insurance options to choose from; Petset which offersbasic, value-priced coverage or Secure For Life™ which offers the mostcomprehensive coverage in Canada. Petsecure also offers dental coverageand special coverage including alternative treatments, behavioural therapy andmedical devices. Petsecure is the only pet health insurance provider inCanada to offer their exclusive Secure For Life™ guarantee.
About Western Financial Group
Western Financial Group is a westernCanada based, diversified, financial services company serving more than 600,000customers. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in High River, Alberta. Westernprovides insurance, banking and investment products and services through morethan 120 office locations, the internet (www.westernfinancialgroup.ca)and other distribution channels. With a skilled team of approximately 1,500employees, and backed by the strong resources of its owners, Western iscommitted to building the strongest financial services company in westernCanada. Western Financial Group is a subsidiary of Desjardins Group, theleading cooperative financial group in Canada and the sixth largest in theworld.
For further information:
James Savage
Executive Vice President
Western Financial Group
(403) 336 3653 - mobile
James.Savage@westernfg.ca
Executive Vice President
Western Financial Group
(403) 336 3653 - mobile
James.Savage@westernfg.ca
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