 | Alison Summer
Account Executive
Desjardins Alison Summer is an Account Executive at Desjardins. Alison has worked in the group insurance industry for almost 20 years, first as a Service Representative, then as an Account Manager, then Account Executive. Prior to joining Desjardins in September 2021, she worked for both a major national carrier and a regional carrier, as well as a local group insurance advisor firm. Alison’s portfolio of clients has spanned groups of various sizes and industries, including both public and private employers, and she has extensive experience with joint-trusteed plans. Alison holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Business, a Group Benefits Associate (GBA) designation from the IFEBP, and a Life, Accident & Sickness License with the Insurance Council of BC. |
 | Eric Minardi
Senior Advisor, Disability Management
Desjardins Eric Minardi is a Senior Advisor in Disability Management and is member of the Best Practices and Innovation team at Desjardins. Eric brings with him more than 10 years of experience in disability management, including his roles as a disability consultant, case manager and rehabilitation specialist. He delivers presentations to employers, employees and union leaders across Canada with an aim to strengthen disability management and prevention best practices. Eric is a Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) and Registered Kinesiologist (R. Kin). He completed studies at the University of Waterloo (B.Sc. Kinesiology) and the National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR). |