Peter has over 20 years experience working as both a Commercial Broker and Underwriter. He is designated as both a Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and an Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB). Over the last several years Peter has focused on the Entertainment field, but he also has extensive experience in Manufacturing, Municipal and Construction Insurance as well as US Products Liability. Peter has developed strong relationships with the Commercial Underwriters represented by Shephard Ashmore, helping us to obtain the best coverage options available for our clients. Peter has a Level III license and serves as our broker nominee and president.

Samantha has 15 years of experience in the fields of Entertainment and Corporate insurance, 10 of those years with Shephard Ashmore. Sam has recently achieved her CAIB designation and holds a Level II license. Sam's goal is to provide timely, knowledgeable and professional service.  Her broad technical knowledge of Property and Casualty insurance is of great value to our clients and underwriters alike.

Tracy has 30 years of experience in the fields of Property and Casualty insurance. Starting out as Executive Assistant to the VP of a large Vancouver based brokerage, Tracy then moved into claims adjustment with two local insurers. Tracy’s knowledge and professionalism, coupled with her substantial practical experience, have enabled her to provide excellent service to our customers and underwriters alike since she joined us in 2006. Tracy holds a Level I license with Level III knowledge and expertise.

Brandi has 14 years of active broker experience, has a Level II license and a CAIB (Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker) designation. With a background in both auto and property insurance, Brandi is now completely focused on specializing in personal lines and travel medical insurance. She strives to achieve a highly professional relationship with her clients built on trust and expertise and is always willing to offer assistance when needed. Brandi is a new team member with Shephard Ashmore starting in January 2012 and she looks forward to many years serving our clientele with strong attention to detail and catering to specific requirements.

Since joining us in 2006, Fiona has completed CAIB 1 and 3 and has her CIP designation. She has a Level I license and is working toward her Level II license. Fiona has excelled in her studies and is looking forward to building her insurance handling experience with SAV clients.

Craig began his entrepreneurial career building and managing the popular Vancouver recording studio Desolation Sound, where he produced and engineered albums for many local artists. As an early adopter of web marketing, Craig took his interests in music and business technology, founding CDman, a successful web based merchandising website for independent musicians.

Since joining Shephard Ashmore in 2008, Craig's primary focus has been on the strategic growth of our market presence plus improvements to company work flows and product delivery. He oversees the company’s strategic & technological vision and holds a level two insurance license.

"Our conservative approach to business continues to provide this organization with stability, strength and direction. Our advances in technology will liberate our customers as they move towards the mobile information age."