Employee Benefits Team

Joe Lopes

Principal, Senior Consultant: Life Health & Dental, Group Retirement

Joe has been a principal of Granville West Group since 2000. He entered the employee benefits industry in 1990 and, prior to joining Granville West, he managed an employee benefits division of one of the major Canadian group insurance companies in British Columbia for 10 years.  He is regularly invited to participate in regional roundtable discussions with the insurance providers to present his views and suggestions on the evolution of the benefits industry. Joe’s depth of experience and industry knowledge in all aspects of benefits management is evident in his approach with every client.  

Designations:
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
Chartered Financial Consultant (CH.F.C.)

Memberships & Affiliations:
Conference for Advanced Underwriters (CALU)

Brian Ganden
Associate: Life, Health and Dental

Brian joined Granville West Group as an Associate in 2006.  He entered the benefits industry in 2000 and, prior to joining Granville West, gained extensive experience in various roles with a large insurance carrier. Brian’s combined underwriting knowledge, product understanding, problem solving abilities and client service focus are of significant value to our team.

Designations:
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Group Benefits Associate (GBA) certificate
Brian is currently working towards a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation

Michelle Jordan
Marketing Coordinator: Life Health and Dental

Michelle joined Granville West in 2005. She started her group insurance benefits career in 1999 with a national carrier and, over six years, her responsibilities increased to a Service Representative position with a client base of over 400.

In her current role as Marketing Coordinator, Michelle is involved with the all aspects of amendments, new issues, renewals and marketing’s. Always taking pride in her work, our clients greatly appreciate Michelle’s knowledge and experience.