Emily Mac Gowan
About Emily Mac Gowan
Emily Mac Gowan is a Senior Underwriter at Intact, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse background in underwriting and human resources, with previous roles at PyroGenesis Canada and Bishop's University Students' Representative Council.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Emily Mac Gowan has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation since 2020 as a Senior Underwriter. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in underwriting to assess risks and develop insurance solutions. Prior to her current position, she worked at Intact in various capacities, including as a Specialty Solutions Underwriter Trainee from 2017 to 2019 and as a Specialty Solutions Underwriter Level II from 2019 to 2020. Her experience at Intact spans over four years, during which she has contributed to the company's underwriting processes.
Education and Expertise
Emily Mac Gowan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting and Finance from Bishop's University, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. She also completed her Honors Commerce studies at CEGEP - John Abbott College, earning a D.E.C. from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she achieved the Chartered Insurance Professional designation from the Insurance Institute of Canada between 2017 and 2019. Her educational background supports her expertise in strategic planning and marketing within the insurance sector.
Background in Human Resources
Emily Mac Gowan has experience in human resources, having worked as a Human Resources Intern at both PyroGenesis Canada and Puma in 2012. During her internships, she gained insights into HR practices and operations, contributing to her overall professional development. These roles provided her with foundational skills that complement her later work in underwriting.
Leadership and Problem-Solving Skills
Emily Mac Gowan possesses a natural aptitude for leadership in the field of underwriting. She has developed a reputation for finding unique solutions for excess property needs, demonstrating her ability to address complex challenges within the insurance industry. Her leadership skills are evident from her previous role as Director of Finance and Operations at Bishop's University Students' Representative Council from 2014 to 2016.