Our People - Executive Management
Donald J. Davidson
-General Manager / CEO
Having started with the Company in 1981, Don was appointed to his current position of General Manager/CEO in 1987. He is responsible for the overall operations and leadership of the organization. Don received his Chartered Insurance Professional certification (CIP) in 1998. He and his wife live just outside of Ayr and have five grown children and three grandchildren. ... Read More
Jeff Whiting
-Assistant General Manager
Jeff joined Ayr Farmers Mutual in 1993 and has held several positions before becoming our Assistant General Manager in 2006. Jeff is a graduate of the Marketing Program at Conestoga College and also obtained his Chartered Insurance Professional designation in 1997. He has been an active participant in community events and organizations, coaching sports, and insurance ... Read More
Janet Schmidt
-Manager, Underwriting Service
Janet joined Ayr Farmers Mutual in 1985 to assist with the introduction of the first computer system. Since that time, she has had the opportunity to learn many facets of the business as a claims examiner, underwriter, and Department Manager. Janet is a Chartered Insurance Professional with the Insurance Institute of Canada. Janet is actively involved with Christ Anglican ... Read More
Dave Paterson
-Controller / Treasurer
Dave received his BBA from Wilfrid Laurier University and has been with Ayr Farmers for 17 years in the position of Controller. Dave has been Treasurer of Mutual Concept Computer Group since 1993. In 2001, Dave was elected to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Insurance Accountants Association, holding positions from Treasurer to PR/Marketing Director. Dave and ... Read More
Ed Down
-Agent Representative
Ed has been an agent with Ayr Farmers since 1999 and previously worked as an insurance broker for an office in Woodstock. Ed and his wife live on their farm north of Woodstock. He has been active in the community for many years and is currently on the Board of Trust for the Woodstock General Hospital.
