Heather Forbes
About Heather Forbes
Heather Forbes is a Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter at Intact, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in the insurance industry, previously serving as a Commercial Property Underwriter at Economical Insurance and holding a Business Administration degree from Fanshawe College.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Heather Forbes has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation since 2016, serving as a Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter. In this role, she is responsible for evaluating and underwriting commercial insurance policies. Her tenure at Intact spans over eight years, during which she has developed expertise in assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage for clients in the London area.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Heather Forbes worked at Economical Insurance from 2012 to 2016 as a Commercial Property Underwriter. In this position, she focused on underwriting commercial property insurance, gaining valuable experience in risk assessment and policy development. Her career in insurance began at TSC STORES LP, where she served as Accounts Receivable Lead from 2006 to 2012, managing financial transactions and customer accounts.
Education and Expertise
Heather Forbes holds a degree in Business Administration from Fanshawe College. She furthered her education in the insurance field by studying at the Insurance Institute of Canada, where she achieved the designation of Chartered Insurance Professional. Additionally, she completed an Advanced CIP program, enhancing her knowledge and skills in commercial insurance underwriting.
Professional Designations
Heather Forbes has obtained significant professional designations through her studies at the Insurance Institute of Canada. She earned the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation, which signifies her expertise in the insurance industry. Furthermore, she achieved an Advanced CIP designation, reflecting her commitment to continuous professional development and advanced understanding of insurance principles.