Meet Our Team
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Executive Management Team
Tim Longworth
Founder
Cornerstone Insurance is the culmination of Tim’s 22 years of industry experience along with 37 simultaneous years of other business experiences. Tim started in this business in 1979, yes pre fax machine. Over time through the good, the bad, even the downright ugly times, proven success formulas have been developed and mastered so that anyone here that wants to love their career and thrive can. Tim says “great rewards depend on great client experiences. Great client experiences depend on trusted, knowledgeable, happy people.”
Building industry and community leaders and witnessing their successes has been Tim’s passion during his Cornerstone tenure. Cornerstone Insurance inwardly and outwardly reflects the values of trust, respect, service, proactive behavior and teamwork. Beyond the company he enjoys being surrounded by nature, four seasons of fishing, improving at golf (there’s lots of room), great home and restaurant dining and social experiences with friends and family.
Tim’s actions demonstrate his strongly held belief that one ought to give back to the communities that we are so fortune to be a part of. Those same 37 years have also been very rewarding years of personal and corporate contributions of time, talent and treasure.
Shantel Kalika, CAIB
CEO
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Shantel Kalika was born and raised in Prince Albert, SK and began her journey with Cornerstone Insurance in 2014. Over the years, Shantel has achieved her CAIB designation, gained experience in both our Commercial Lines and Personal Lines departments, served as the acting Chief Sales Officer from 2018 to 2023 and in November 2023, assumed the role of CEO.
With Shantel’s strategic acumen, she leads with a visionary approach that emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive leadership style, fostering a culture of creativity and teamwork. Shantel’s leadership philosophy centers on empowering employees, cultivating a culture of continuous learning, and creating an environment where both personal and professional growth thrive.
Shantel is not only dedicated to steering Cornerstone Insurances to success, but also to steering her stock car and making a positive impact beyond the insurance industry. Some of Shantel’s racing accolades include:
- Pro Truck Series Championship – Wyant Group Raceway (2016)
- Sportsman Series Rookie of the Year – Wyant Group Raceway (2018)
- Sportsman Series Championship – Wyant Group Raceway (2018)
- 10th Female to enter the NASCAR Pinty’s Series (2018)
- Female Athlete of the Year – Prince Albert (2018)
- Late Model Series Rookie of the Year – Sutherland Automotive Speedway (2023)
In addition to her professional career and achievements in stock car racing, Shantel is deeply rooted in the importance of family. As a devoted and proud “boy mom”, she finds immense joy in raising her son alongside her husband and cherishes the precious moments spent together as a family. Shantel also loves escaping to the lake and getting out for a round of golf any chance she can.
Brock Longworth, CPIB, CRM, CCIB, ACSB, FCIP
COO
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Brock literally grew up in the insurance industry, having started working at Cornerstone Insurance at the age of 15, and issuing his own driver’s license shortly thereafter. Brock obtained his broker’s license at the age of 17, and has been around insurance ever since! As someone dedicated to a life of learning, Brock has obtained and currently holds 7 industry designations (CAIB CPIB CCIB CRM ACSB CIP FCIP).
Having been recognized by Insurance Business Canada as one of the nation’s top 30 brokers for the past 5 years, Brock is someone who is well known and regarded across the insurance landscape of Canada. Brock was also recently featured as one of the top 10 brokers under the age of 40 by Canadian Insurance.
Brock works closely with the staff of Cornerstone Insurance to hone the skills, and product knowledge of staff to ensure that Cornerstone Insurance delivers an exceptional customer experience. One of the accomplishments Brock is most proud of, is Cornerstone Insurance’s national placement as a top customer experience brokerage at the 2017 Insurance Business Awards Ceremony in Toronto.
When not around the office Brock enjoys spending time in the gym, at the lake or spending time with friends. Brock also enjoys travelling, and staying connected (big preference for planes with wifi)
Personal Lines
Yvonne Jones, CAIB
Director of Personal Lines
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Yvonne started working in the insurance industry in 2011 and is currently the Director of Personal Lines for Cornerstone Insurance. With over 20 years of sales knowledge, Yvonne can help with all your personal insurance needs in the four western provinces, including home, tenant, condo, auto, boats and more. She loves to help advise clients of policies that suit their needs best and whether it’s new business or helping change your policy as your life changes she will be there through it all!
When Yvonne is not at the office, you will likely find her at hockey, soccer, gymnastics or swimming watching her two children in their sport of choice for the season. She also loves to garden, as nothing beats a freshly grown vegetable.
Jenna Henderson
Personal Lines Manager
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Jenna began her career with Cornerstone Insurance in 2015, starting in the motor license issuing department and has since transitioned into a Personal Lines Account Manager at our Christopher Lake branch. Jenna’s focus is personal auto, snowmobile insurance, boats, condos, homeowners insurance and tenant policies. Jenna is a dedicated team player who enjoys assisting clients as well as her teammates to make sure clients are getting the best service possible.
Ryan Kennedy, CAIB
Personal Lines Account Executive
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Ryan Kennedy has been a trusted advisor for Cornerstone Insurance since 2010. His passion is helping clients accomplish their goals by providing the right personal lines insurance to every situation. He provides insurance solutions to the individuals and assists his clients with their personal homeowners, seasonals, ATV’s, snowmobiles, farms, boats, automobiles and more. As a property insurance broker, Ryan’s goal is to protect his clients giving them the coverage needed prior to having a devastating loss.
When not helping his clients, Ryan enjoys coaching soccer and reading books. The best part of every day for him is the time he gets to spend with his family. He and his wife welcomed their first child in 2017 and are enjoying the roller coaster ride of being new parents.
Jordan Biggins
Personal Lines Account Executive
Jordan joined Cornerstone Insurance in July 2023, marking a significant career transition after dedicating 11 years to the telecommunications industry. His decision to venture into the insurance sector and become a part of the Cornerstone team is driven by his extensive 20-year background in customer service. Jordan‘s wealth of experience uniquely positions him to cater to clients’ needs effectively.
Outside of the office, Jordan enjoys his leisure time at Cooke Municipal Golf Course, where he can often be found golfing and socializing with friends. Additionally, he relishes moments spent around a campfire, sharing laughter and stories with loved ones. During the winter months, you’ll frequently spot him at the top of section 15, cheering on the Prince Albert Raiders.
Rozeni Aguilar
Personal Lines Account Manager
Rozeni started with Cornerstone Insurance in May 2021 after graduating with a Business Management Diploma at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. She grew up in the Philippines, where she practiced as a Hospital Pharmacist for 6 years before moving to Canada with her family. Her broad experience, coupled with interpersonal and analytical skills have provided her with the right foundation to enter the insurance industry and further her career.
Rozeni currently provides service for personal auto insurance. She welcomes everyone with a smile and is very dedicated in assisting our clients with obtaining the protection they need. Outside the office, Rozeni enjoys outdoor activities, learning about different cultures, and relaxing with her family.
Dean Timm
Personal Lines Account Executive
Dean grew up in the Prince Albert area and never ventured too far from home. He has worked a variety of different jobs over the years, but spent the bulk of his time at his family’s restaurant in Christopher Lake. It was there, he honed his skills in customer service- always seeming to know what his customers need.
Always looking to take on new challenges and expand his knowledge, Dean started a new career in the insurance industry in the summer of 2022. Always willing to lend a helping hand, he has found his place as an integral team player at the brokerage. With a passion for learning and knowledge, his role as a Personal Lines Broker keeps him busy as he learns the various aspects of the every changing insurance industry.
When not working he is spending time with his two kids and family. He is a proud family man who loves to share stories about his family and their accomplishments. He also volunteers his time with various groups and organizations- another avenue where he is able to be part of a team of people who work for the betterment of the Prince Albert
Erika Johnson
Personal Lines Account Executive
Erika, originally from Delisle, Saskatchewan, relocated to Saskatoon in 2004, immersing herself in the restaurant and bar industry for 15 years. During this time, she honed her customer service and management skills. In 2016 she welcomed her son and in 2018 her daughter, marking the beginning of a family-focused chapter that prompted her return to Delisle in 2020.
Together with her fiancé, Erika actively supports her children’s sports activities throughout the year, cherishing valuable family moments. In 2021, she made a significant career shift into the insurance industry, swiftly acquiring a level 2 license and setting her sights on obtaining her CAIB designation, showcasing her unwavering commitment to professional development.
Despite the demands of her bustling life, Erika finds peace in gardening and joy in music. Her journey serves as a testament to achieving a harmonious balance between career aspirations and a steadfast dedication to family, resulting in a life brimming with inspiration and happiness.
Jana Budan, CAIB
Personal Lines Account Executive Christopher Lake location
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Jana has been an insurance broker since 1996 and joined the Cornerstone team in 2016 as a Personal Lines Executive. She works at the Christopher Lake branch with a focus on Personal lines including home, seasonal, ATVs, snowmobiles, farms, boats, automobiles and more.
Away from the office you can find Jana on the lake fishing or boating or on her snowmobile.
Karen Dyck
Personal Lines Account Executive
Growing up on a farm outside of Hepburn, Karen has always enjoying living and working in small town Saskatchewan.
With over a decade experience in the insurance industry, Karen looks forward to reviewing your policies and customizing them to your needs.
Wedding bells brought her to Kinistino, where she resides with her husband, his daughter, and their small zoo of animals.
Outside the office, Karen enjoys all things creative. She currently showcases her artwork at the Northern Lights Gallery in Melfort.
Echo Clarke
Personal Lines Account Executive
Echo has lived in Saskatchewan since 2005 when she took up roots in Birch Hills. Echo joined the team at Cornerstone Insurance in August 2022, coming from a career in government. This change enabled her to skip the commute- instead working in and serving the community where she lives.
She is dedicated to helping people and you can say it is her passion. Whether it be helping out a friend or a complete stranger, she is always looking to make a positive impact. As she transitions into her role as a Personal Lines broker, she will be expanding her knowledge in personal insurance and using that knowledge to help clients further understand their insurance portfolio.
In her free time Echo enjoys being able to go for walks, attend concerts or staying home with her cat. She also loves playing video games, watching scary movies and recently picked up a passion for painting . Echo is always up for conversation and enjoys hearing people’s stories.Monica Holz
Personal Lines Account Manager
Monica came to Cornerstone Insurance in 2008 and started out as a Motor License Issuer. After less than a year, she studied to become a Personal Lines broker, a position she held until August of 2020. After a brief absence (attempt at retirement), she came back to Cornerstone in January 2022 as a Receptionist. Itching to get back to the customer facing side of things, Monica rejoined the Personal Lines broker team January 2024 allowing her to once again showcase her customer service skills and provide support to other brokers.
She enjoys spending time with her kids and grand kids. Her other passions include cooking, painting landscapes and golfing.
Karlina Cadieu
Personal Lines Account Manager
Karlina was born in Prince Albert and grew up in the small town of Shellbrook. In 2019, Karlina worked as a Motor License Issuer in Saskatoon, but during the pandemic she made the decision to be closer to family and friends and moved back home.
Always having a passion for insurance and helping others, Karlina returned to the industry in March of 2023 when she took a position with Cornerstone Insurance as a Restricted Auto Broker. Her position has allowed her to, once again, serve customers and help them with their insurance needs. Her positive demeanor makes her a joy to work with in any situation.
In her spare time, Karlina enjoys being outdoors – spending time her boyfriend, Justin and her dog, Wiser.
Melanie Brown
Personal Lines Account Manger
Originally born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Melanie and her family moved to Saskatchewan in the summer of 2009.
Melanie comes with a background of engaging clients and putting them at ease. Her previous experience working as a pharmacy assistant gives her a very welcoming attitude and willingness to assist with clients’ needs. Melanie is drawn to insurance as it allows her to put her people skills to great use interacting and helping to advise clients with their auto insurance needs.
In her spare time she is a busy mom to teens, a dance mom for her youngest daughter, a fiber artist, enjoys close friends and spending time traveling.
Angelique Madura
Personal Lines Account Manager
Angelique started with Cornerstone Insurance in September 2021. Before Insurance Angelique worked in the Customer Service industry for over 10 years. She also worked as an Assistant Branch Manager at a Financial Institution. She has quite extensive experience with Customer Service which provided her with the fortitude to handle the busy day-to-day life of being an insurance broker.
Angelique is currently gaining experience with providing service for Personal Auto insurance. However, she looks forward to furthering her career and expertise in the insurance industry.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family. Angelique also has a passion to sing and loves to sing with her daughter. She loves the outdoors, enjoys to travel and experience different cultures , food and music.
Commercial Lines
Ryan Sokulski, CAIB CIP
Commercial Lines Manager
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Ryan joined the Cornerstone team in 2018. His career journey started him out as a Motor License Issuer working at the front counter. That same year, he transitioned into the Commercial Department as an Account Manager assisting on our client accounts. Upon housing his own commercial book of business, Ryan took on the role of Account Executive. The latest chapter, has resulted in Ryan assuming the role of Supervisor of our Commercial Lines Department. Serving as a valuable resource to both his clients, and our team.
Shortly after accepting the position with Cornerstone Ryan began exploring his education. This lead to him obtaining his CAIB designation in 2020, becoming a Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker. Before long, Ryan began his pursuit of the CIP designation through the Insurance Institute of Canada. Upon completion in 2023, Ryan proudly became a Chartered Insurance Professional.
Ryan was born and raised just outside Prince Albert on the family farm. He holds strong roots in Prince Albert and is eager to continue building towards his personal and his community’s success. His extreme focus on customer satisfaction and service has propelled his career further and faster than he could have possibly imagined.
He is passionate about the insurance industry. Striving to instill confidence in his client’s and their insurance portfolios through education, risk management and trust.
Farren Huxted, CAIB, BE
Commercial Lines Account Executive
Farren resides in Melfort, SK, with his wife and the youngest of their three sons.
Farren comes to Cornerstone Insurance with 14 years of sales experience in the agriculture market. He has travelled the breadth of the prairies, meeting with farmers face to face, and looking after their needs.
Farren understands producers and the challenges they face. Farming is not just a business; it’s a passion. Anyone that has worked with Farren will tell you that he values integrity and hard work – that he is just as passionate about adding value to his customers’ operations as they are about farming.
Adam Berg, CAIB
Commercial Lines Account Executive
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Adam moved to Prince Albert in 2007 where he found a short-term gig as a professional painter. However it was in 2012 that he discovered the world of insurance. Finding that his drive and desire to help others through protecting their futures, businesses and families was what he was born to do.
Adam has joined the Cornerstone family in 2021 bringing with him a breadth of knowledge he gained from his previous 8 years of insurance experience. He is looking forward to honing his commercial insurance skills and deepening his knowledge base even further.
When Adam is not in the office you can find him enjoying the outdoors, exploring the river banks, lakes and parks. He loves spending time with his family of 5 and his friends. He is always on the hunt to reel in his next big fish.
Levi Smith, CAIB, CIP, CRM
Commercial Lines Account Executive
Levi started his insurance career as an SGI Motor License Issuer, which was where he discovered his passion for insurance and helping others understand the complications of the many insurance products.
Based out of Saskatoon, SK, he joined the Cornerstone family in June of 2022. He demonstrates a dedication for learning and has earned his Commercial Insurance Certificate, Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB), Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designations, which have provided him the ability to effectively assist clients in various business industries. He recognizes that the business world is ever changing and there is something new to be learned everyday. As such, he looks forward to every opportunity to learn and will seldom turn down a challenge. He also has a particular interest in professional liability, technology, new and unique businesses/risks!
Levi has a passion for fitness, watches, and music. When away from work he can be found in the gym, shopping for a new watch or drumming! Just do not ask him about the watch he’s wearing if you’re in a rush (you’ve been warned).
Jeff Snell, CIP
Commercial Lines Account Executive
Born and raised in Prince Albert, SK, Jeff came to us with a background in Business Administration and years of public service with the Government of Saskatchewan.
Jeff entered the insurance industry in 2013 and spent 9 years with a national property & casualty independent adjusting firm. He worked his way into the roles of Multi-Lines Senior Adjuster and Branch Manager, as well as earned his Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation. After spending a great deal of time handling Insurance claims from British Columbia to Ontario, Jeff now looks forward to assisting clients in finding the right commercial insurance solutions for their individual business needs and advocating for them in the event of a claim.
When not serving clients in the office, Jeff enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially at Candle Lake during the summer months. Kayaking, swimming, and boating rank among his favorite pastimes, as do gaming, horror films, and sports. Jeff is an avid fan of the New Jersey Devils, New England Patriots, and Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Naomi Schnitzler
Commercial Lines Account Manager
Naomi joined the Cornerstone Insurance family in 2005 bringing with her tons of customer service, management and IT experience. During a span of almost 10 years, she took on many responsibilities including supervising the MLI department & IT Manager. In 2015, she made a huge decision to pursue a career in photography alongside her sister to nurture her creative nature. Through this experience, she was able to apply her desire to provide clients with exceptional service in a completely different setting – all the way from assisting with the photo sessions – Clifford the Dog puppet being her greatest ally, helping the families choose their images and editing the digital files.
In February of 2019, after a 4-year hiatus, she was thrilled to rejoin the Cornerstone team as the Motor License Issuer Manager! The summer of 2020 brought around more changes when she decided to relocate with her husband to the lovely town of Rosetown, SK. She successfully completed her Level 2 insurance licensing exams that allowed her to join the Commercial Lines team as a remote Account Manager – excited to still be a member of the Cornerstone family and assisting clients in a different way.
In her spare time, when she’s not spoiling her grandson, you can find her at the cabin, spending time with her family, perusing the aisles at Michaels looking for her next craft idea or watching her favorite movies.
Megan Wells, CAIB
Commercial Lines Account Manager
Megan started her insurance career with Cornerstone Insurance immediately after Graduating from Saskatoon Business College in 2013. She started in accounting/personal lines but very promptly moved into her role in the Commercial Lines Department.
Megan is born and raised in Prince Albert and has strong family ties to the business, construction and aggregate industry which has been an asset in her career and continues to allow her to learn, grow and build relationships. With business and shop talk being around the dinner table from a very young age, it has instilled a strong work ethic and career driven attitude in her. Her type A personality and willingness to go above and beyond for her clients and employers is what makes her a great professional. Megan truly believes is giving the same level of service and experience she would like to have when dealing with clients. It wasn’t long after Megan started at Cornerstone that she earned her Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker certificate and looks forward to continuing her education in the future. If Megan is not at work you will find her busy with her 2 beautiful children, their Bernedoodle, Eddie, and her husband (if he’s not golfing or managing Elk Ridge Golf Resort).Alyssa Kezar, CAIB
Commercial Lines Account Manager
Alyssa grew up in the insurance world with a father who spent many years selling life insurance. He had an office within the Cornerstone Insurance building. Alyssa has been roaming the office since she was ten years old. She officially became a part of the Cornerstone Insurance family in 2009. She has a background in motor licensing and completed her (CAIB) Canadian Accredited Insurance Brokers Designation in 2015. Alyssa has excelled in the Commercial Lines department as a Commercial Lines Account Manager. She is very proficient in various types of business insurance including surety. She enjoys building relationships with clients and providing them with a high level of customer service.
Heather Rolfes, CAIB, BCom
Commercial Lines Account Manager
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Heather began her career in the insurance industry in 2004 when she moved to the small community of Birch Hills. She works in all areas of insurance including agro, commercial, commercial auto, bonding and municipal accounts. Her background is in accounting, which fuels her attention to detail and accuracy. With advancements in technology she has built a customer base both near and far.
She enjoys working in the community where she lives, seeing familiar faces and working with great co-workers. They enjoy attending conferences together and participating in fun activities whenever the opportunity presents. When she’s not spending time with her ‘Cornerstone family’, Heather likes to go camping and sailing at Redberry Lake sailing club, enjoying family fun where she spent her summers growing up. Apparently sailing is like riding a bike – you can take it up again after a long hiatus, and a helmet is now recommended! At family get-togethers she looks forward to making music and memories.
Motor License Issuing
Corissa Depeel
Motor License Issuing Manager
Corissa joined the Motor Licensing team in October of 2021.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog as well as spending time with close friends. Her and her husband are avid boardgame enthusiasts and have amassed an extensive collection. She also enjoys sewing, painting, and other crafts and DYI projects, one of the more recent ones being the customization of gaming consoles and controllers.
Charmaine Delos Santos
Motor License Issuer
Originally from the Philippines, Charmaine decided to come to Canada in 2019 as an international student.
She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Major in Marketing Management. She also earned an Office Administration Certificate at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
By far, her greatest achievement so far has been getting her permanent residency in Canada.
She enjoys watching movies every Tuesday and going for wing nights with friends. She loves to travel, learn different cultures, try new dishes, watch vlogs and do online shopping.
She was working in the retail and food industries before joining Cornerstone Insurance. For her, helping and serving people is a rewarding experience.
Noah Gareau
Motor License Issuer
Noah has been with Cornerstone since 2019. He enjoys making motor licensing quick and stress free for customers by drawing from his years of experience in the department.
When not at work, you can find him spending time with family and friends. He loves to create art and has a large portfolio of drawings.
Andrei Atienza
Motor License Issuer
Andrei became a cherished member of the Cornerstone crew in July of 2021. He thrives on customer interactions where he gets to showcase his upbeat and helpful personality.
During his downtime, you can find him at the gym or relaxing at home. He recently found a passion for kayaking in the many beautiful lakes around Prince Albert and has also embraced the thrill of mountain biking, discovering new trails in his spare time.
Fun Fact: Andrei was born and raised in the Philippines.
Bryanne Elliott
Motor License Issuer
Bryanne started at Cornerstone Insurance in December of 2022. Drawn to the friendly and team based environment she has found her place within the Motor License Issuing team.
With a passion for helping people and making any size of a difference in someone’s day, Bryanne has found herself working various careers from a homeless shelter attendant to an ambulance dispatcher. Her experience working with people at her prior endeavors is why she excels at customer service. She looks forward to continuing to serve the diverse people of Prince Albert and the surrounding areas.
When she’s not at work Bryanne can be found spending her free time with her horse (Ricky), greyhound (Bucky), and her lovely wife (Babs). She is also a HUGE fan of the Canadian Women’s National Soccer Team – so don’t text her when the game is on… unless you are asking her about the game!
Shelby Quiring
Motor License Issuer
Originally from the Nipawin area, Shelby moved to Prince Albert in 2015. She joined our Motor Licensing team in August of 2023.
During her free time, Shelby enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys Jeopardy nights with her family, reading and going for walks.
Jade Fisher
Motor License Issuer
Jade was Born in Prince Albert and raised in Meath Park, but moved to Crystal Springs in 2009. Growing up she spent a lot of her time in the summers as a youth in the Birch Hills area.
Jade joined the team at Cornerstone Insurance in September 2022. Looking to ever expand her learning, she is taking on any challenges that expand her knowledge.
In her free time, Jade enjoys reading, going for walks with her son, spending time with her family, and being at Waskesiu Lake in the summer.
Maddy Bear
Motor License Issuer
Maddy was born in Prince Albert and raised in Muskoday First Nation. She completed a college diploma in Correctional Studies, but after losing her brother to violence in 2015 has chosen a new path.
She started working with Cornerstone in August 2022 as a Motor License Issuer and is really enjoying being a part of the team, while also building a rapport with the customers of Prince Albert and area. In her past employ, she spent a lot of time working in retail which is where she mastered her skills in providing customer service.
In 2020, Maddy was excited to purchase her first home, which she shares with her cat and boyfriend. In her spare time she likes to spend time with family. She is also quite talented at crafting and has started beading lanyards which she finds has been helpful in teaching her patience.
Joanne Howe
Motor License Issuer
Joanne loves being in a small town and was the smiling face at the Motor License Issuing counter in the town of Birch Hills from 2011 to 2022. Joanne now resides in the town of Kinistino since February 2022 and is excited to be working in the Kinistino Branch of Cornerstone Insurance. Joanne is a licensed insurance broker who specializes in personal lines auto and motor licensing. Whether it’s for your extended auto policies, driver’s license renewals, plate registrations or any of your auto questions, she can be counted on to provide exceptional service for your auto needs.
Joanne has a passion for people and loves getting to know them. You will often see her and her husband out walking the town with their three dogs. She loves to meet people in the community, so if you see her around town, stop and say, “Hello”!
Emily Armstrong
Motor License Issuer
In September 2023, Emily made the move to Kinistino from a small town in Alberta. Her free time is predominantly spent with family and friends, as they hold the utmost importance in her life. Having grown up in a small town, she is enthusiastic about integrating into this welcoming community and meeting new people. Socializing and acquiring new knowledge are among her passions.
Katherine Forde
Motor License Issuer
Katherine Joined the Cornerstone family in 2021, where she quickly excelled to provide advice and service in all things Motor Licensing.
She’s fun, energetic and always looking to build long lasting relationships with her clients. Kat is always smiling and strives to provide fantastic client service for anyone that walks through the doors.
When she is not at work you can find her at her home in Christopher Lake, tinkering around the house, chasing her daughter or relaxing at home with her boyfriend. She loves fishing, and driving her sports car, and enjoying warm summer days.
Support Team
Beth Wiebe, CAIB
Director of Operations
Beth stumbled upon a career in the insurance industry back in 2011 and spent the first 7 years of her career as a dedicated Commercial Lines Account Manager.
Throughout the years, Beth’s attention to detail and drive for streamlined process shifted her career focus over to making sure things at the office operate smoothly. You will now find her as part of the Operations Team managing various vendor relationships and project implementations.
When not working, Beth enjoys spending time with her two children, husband and Yorkie. She loves campfires and generally being busy outdoors. Beth is also working to perfect her green thumb when it comes to plants both in and outside her home.
Megan Pellegrini
Director of Human Resources BBA, CPHR
Megan is a dynamic professional who graduated in 2019, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management. Committed to excellence, Megan is a Chartered Professional of Human Resources (CPHR), reflecting her commitment to HR excellence and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Beyond her academic achievements, Megan spent five years as a Varsity athlete, cultivating her ‘team first’ attitude and unwavering work ethic. Whether in Human Resources or on the field, she leads by example, driven by her ‘no quit’ attitude. Megan’s journey is a powerful blend of academic competence, athletic tenacity, and genuine passion for driving positive change.
Lisa Wilkinson
Account Administration Manager
Lisa began her career in insurance in 2012 filling in for a maternity leave at our Birch Hills location. The maternity leave that sparked an interest in insurance that turned into a successful career with Cornerstone Insurance. As a licensed insurance broker, she currently works in the finance and administration department supporting the personal and commercial insurance teams by looking after insurance policy transactions and document flow to the client files. We call her our golden child in the department as her knowledge and accuracy with work flows is respected to a level where we feel she can do no wrong. She is committed, driven and team focused. She may be shy, but she never hesitates to introduce an improvement or to ensure that client information is handled in the most optimal way. Lisa also backs ups the motor licensing department at the Birch Hills location and has experience with plate renewals, driver’s license renewals, policy payments and any auto policy changes or questions. In her time off, Lisa enjoys travelling and has visited 10 different countries so far and hopes to expand that list in the future.
Jennifer Durand, CPA, CGA, HBCom
Controller
Jennifer convocated with Honors Bachelor of Commerce from Laurentian University in 2014, obtaining her CPA, CGA designation shortly after. Jennifer is our main point of contact for everything accounting at Cornerstone Insurance. She is focused on the management of the majority of both the personal and commercial insurance accounting processes. She is dedicated to the improvement and resolution of the more complex insurance accounting issues for the company. Her experience spans the real estate, aviation, and construction industries. She most recently worked in public accounting prior to joining the Cornerstone Insurance team. When Jennifer is not working, you will find her on her acreage with her nose in a book surrounded by family and friends.
Spencer Stadnek
Marketing Coordinator
Spencer started his career at Cornerstone Insurance as a motor license issuer, but with a passion for digital marketing as well as graphic design he was quickly able to propel Cornerstone Insurance to reaching their marketing goals and is currently the Digital Marketing Coordinator.
Outside of work, Spencer enjoys going on walks and spending time with his girlfriend Morissa, as well as spending time with his friends and family any chance he can get.
Raffy Rueda
Accounting Coordinator
Raffy joined the Cornerstone Insurance family in September 2023. Prior to that, she spent two years at a lending company and dedicated six years to customer service. Raffy holds an Bachelor of Science in Accountancy undergraduate degree from the Philippines and continued her educational journey at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in 2018, where she earned a Business Accounting Diploma.
Beyond her professional achievements, Raffy has a passion for immersing herself in diverse cultures through their food, traditions, and fashion. Her interests span across a wide range, from exploring various music genres to indulging in fiction books, crime/theory podcasts and video gaming. Having grown up in a developing country, Raffy has cultivated a unique perspective, teaching herself to find beauty in every circumstance and to embrace gratitude and kindness
Kalyn Crosland
Account Administrator
Kal is the Cornerstone Insurance resident expert on the information flow of our commercial and personal insurance. He is responsible for the daily processing of the bulk of our client documents and data transactions into our insurance software system. He is the quiet, behind the scenes, easy going person that everyone loves to work with. He is focused on exceptional customer service through his efforts to support the brokers so they can provide an optimal customer experience to our insurance clients. Kal enjoys family time with his wife and new son. He never misses a Raider game, loves to play baseball on the Cornerstone Insurance team and he can’t wait to get out to the cabin in the summer for a little R&R.
Shayna Campbell
Account Administrator
Shayna started her career with Cornerstone Insurance as a motor license issuer, and spent a year with the issuer team. In order to pursue an education this meant moving away from Prince Albert, but Shayna was able to accept a position with the Cornerstone Insurance support team and now enjoys working with support the staff behind the scenes, while pursuing her education. Outside of work she enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors and creating art.
Krizzia Encomienda
Human Resources Administrator
Krizzia graduate from a University in the Philippines with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, majoring in Human Resource Development Management.
She migrated to Canada in late January 2022 and is currently settled in Prince Albert. Krizzia successfully found her place at Cornerstone and is enjoying working with the team.
She loves to travel and enjoys outdoor activities. Krizzia has a positive outlook on life, always seeing the best in difficult situations. She is determined that wherever she is, her persistence and drive will lead her to success.
Diana Amarquaye
Receptionist
Diana grew up in Accra, Ghana. Prior to moving to Canada, she worked in the banking industry for 10 years. She has experience in Corporate Banking, Pension Fund Management and Business Development. She enjoys building relationships with clients and takes pride in providing positive customer experience at all times.
Diana is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma at Saskatchewan Polytechnic and works as a Receptionist at Cornerstone Insurance. She is looking forward to expanding her knowledge in the Insurance Industry. Her mantra “Do it Afraid” motivates her to keep striving for success.
Outside work, Diana enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends as well as volunteering in charity organizations. She loves travelling and meeting new people.
Crystal Ruthven
Receptionist
Meet Crystal Ruthven, a proud resident of Prince Albert, SK. Crystal, along with her wonderful husband, is raising two beautiful children. When not immersed in work, she cherishes moments at home with her family and affectionate dogs. Sports play a significant role in their lives, with a shared passion for hockey, football, and lacrosse. During the summer, Crystal enjoys paddle boarding, canoeing, swimming, and gathering around the fire with friends and family at their seasonal lot in Living Waters Camp.
Beyond sports and outdoor activities, Crystal finds joy in crafting, sewing, and a newfound hobby—reading. Picture her relaxing in a recliner, wrapped in a blanket, engrossed in a good book.
Crystal‘s professional journey includes a dedicated stint with Cornerstone Insurance from 2009 to 2021, where she embraced diverse roles such as MLI, MLI Manager, Data, Health/Travel Sales, and Accounting Coordinator. Taking a break to be a stay-at-home mom and homeschool her son was a fulfilling chapter. Returning to Cornerstone as Reception marked a joyous reunion, and you’ll now find Crystal at the front of our 1st Avenue, Prince Albert office, ready to greet you with a warm smile.