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John Darch
CFP® , CHS , CLU®
Financial Planner*
Mutual Fund Investment Specialist**
John joined Co-operators in 2010 and started operating the Grimsby location in 2014. He has been involved in the community as a Director for Pathstone Mental Health and Pathstone Foundation for the past 10 years. He holds designations as a CFP (Certified Financial Planner), CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter), CHS (Certified Health Specialist), and C.Dir. (Chartered Director). He has his general, life and mutual funds licences.
Speciality
Individual and corporate insurance and investment needs, group benefits, group retirement
Location
Grimsby
Email
Alisa Klos
Associate Insurance Agent
Alisa was welcomed by the Grimsby team in 2024. She specializes in providing expert advice and customized solutions for life insurance, disability, critical illness and health benefits, as well as home and auto insurance needs. Alisa treats everyone like family and is passionate about protecting what's important to our clients while providing exceptional service through education, integrity and empowerment.
Hobbies
Alisa lives with her husband in St. Catharines and loves travel, canoeing and wildlife.
Location
Grimsby
Email
Jeff Bellwood
Associate Insurance Agent
Jeffrey joined the Grimsby team in 2023, bringing a unique blend of education, experience and passion to the business insurance world. With many years of experience working in social work and the nonprofit sector, Jeffrey has a deep understanding of the challenges these organizations face. His background drives his commitment to helping mission-driven groups maintain their financial security through tailored insurance solutions, so they can continue to serve the needs of their communities.
Hobbies
In his spare time, Jeffrey enjoys volunteering on a nonprofit board as a director, travelling, concerts and gaming, and spending time with his dog.
Location
Grimsby
Email
Jon Zeppa
CFP®
Associate Financial Planner*
Mutual Fund Investment Specialist**
Location
Grimsby
Email
Katrina Petrella
Associate Insurance Agent
Katrina joined Co-operators in 2019 as a Licensed Insurance Representative specializing in auto and home insurance. In 2023 she moved to the Grimsby team and now specializes in business insurance.
Hobbies
In her spare time, Katrina enjoys being with her family and travelling.
Location
Grimsby
Email
Liesa Mckenzie
Associate Insurance Agent I
Liesa joined the Grimsby team in 2022, bringing over 20 years of automotive industry experience. She specializes in auto, home and farm insurance. Liesa enjoys getting to know clients and is focused on delivering personalized advice and solutions to protect their assets and ensure their financial security.
Hobbies
Liesa is a busy mom who loves supporting her children in their various sporting activities. Liesa also enjoys working in the garden and spending time with family and friends.
Location
Grimsby
Email
Stephen Webb
Group Sales Specialist
Stephen joined Co-operators in 2005 and started in the Elmira office as a Life Insurance Advisor. Since 2018 he has specialized in group benefits and has been with the Grimsby office as of 2021. Stephen holds both his Life Insurance licence and his General Insurance licence.
Stephen works closely with his group benefit clients to ensure they put the best plan in place for their needs. His attention to detail and service standards set him high in the industry.
Location
Grimsby
Email*Offering insurance products underwritten by Co-operators General Insurance Company and Co-operators Life Insurance Company.
**Offering mutual funds through Co-operators Financial Investment Services.