Our People - Executive - Management
Donald J. Davidson
-President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Don started with the Company in 1981, became General Manager/CEO in 1987 and assumed his new title following organizational changes at the Annual General Meeting in 2009. He is responsible for the overall operations and leadership of the organization. Don originally completed his AIIC designation in 1987 (currently known as Chartered Insurance Professional - CIP 1998). He ... Read More
Jeff Whiting
-Senior Vice-President
After joining the Company in 1993, Jeff held several positions before becoming Assistant General Manager in 2006 and Senior Vice-President in 2009. 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, ... Read More
Dave Paterson
-Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Dave joined the Company as Controller/Treasurer in 1990 after receiving his BBA from Wilfrid Laurier University and has accepted the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in 2009. In addition, he has been Treasurer of Mutual Concept Computer Group since 1993, and held various positions from Treasurer to PR/Marketing Director on the Board of the Canadian Insurance Accountants ... Read More
Margaret McNeil
-Vice President of Operations
Margaret has spent 20 years in the insurance industry and joined Ayr Farmers Mutual in 2005. She has spent her career adjusting various types of claims, specializing in adjusting Accident Benefit claims. Margaret obtained her CIP designation in 1992 and her FCIP designation in 2005. She has lived in Ayr for most of her life and has strong family ties to the village and the surrounding ... Read More
