Architect & Engineer Insurance

Rob McLeod

Senior Vice President

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I’m Rob McLeod, Senior Vice President, Professional and Financial Services at Axis Insurance. I bring over 15 years of insurance experience and lead a national team that specializes in professional and financial services. We help regulated professionals, directors, and officers manage risk and insurance. Our industry sectors include architects, engineers, education, finance, law firms, healthcare, and real estate. Our clients provide services across Canada and around the world.

We take a business approach to risk management, with the goal of transforming risks into opportunities for growth. The main insurance coverages my team manages include professional (errors and omissions) liability, directors’ and officers’, crime, and cyber. We work with numerous industry leaders, associations, and high-profile clients, and have helped clients manage a countless number of newsworthy claims and crisis management events.

Our team stays current with industry trends through the knowledge we continuously develop from claims, clients, industry partners, and professional networks. Leading a team of over 35 people across Canada allows me to provide clients with the appropriate level of staff and resources. We regularly provide clients and associations with custom educational risk management workshops.

Serving on the ACEC-BC Business Practice Committee and the Professional Liability Agents Network board of directors, I bring a wealth of industry-specific insights and connections to my role at Axis. In 2024, I was nominated for the PAL Insurance Brokers Award for Young Achiever of the Year in Canada and became President of the Professional Liability Agents Network (PLAN) in North America. I am a Chartered Insurance Professional and Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker.

Andrea Collis

Vice President

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I’m Andrea Collis, Vice President of Professional and Financial Services at Axis Insurance. With more than 30 years in the insurance industry, and an entrepreneurial background as President of my own brokerage for 16 years, I understand how strategic coverage empowers professionals and business owners to move forward with clarity and confidence. In my role at Axis, I focus on helping clients manage complex liability risks and develop insurance programs that support long-term growth.

As a Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP), I’ve worked closely with entrepreneurs, consultants, and leaders across Alberta throughout my career. My client portfolio primarily consists of Professional and Malpractice Service Providers, including Architects & Engineers, IT and SaaS companies, Recruitment and Placement firms, Marketing Companies, Medi-Spas and Health Practitioners, and various other specialized professionals. I also work extensively with a variety of Charitable and Non-Profit organizations, Contractors, and a diverse spectrum of small to mid-sized enterprises and reality-related clients. Today, I’m proud to bring clients an even broader range of resources and specialized expertise, supported by a team with decades of shared experience at Axis. My focus remains on building lasting relationships, communicating with transparency, and delivering robust solutions that make a difference.

Mike Russell

Executive Vice President

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I’m Mike Russell, serving as the Executive Vice President at Axis Insurance for 30 years. My time in the insurance industry spans over four decades, where I specialize in professional liability for architects, engineers, and environmental consultants. I possess a deep understand of the complexities and unique risk landscape facing A&E firms, which has allowed me to become a trusted source for risk management within the A&E community. As a Chartered Insurance Professional and an active member of both the Professional Liability Agents Network (PLAN) and the Insurance Brokers Association of B.C (IBABC), my insights are both broad and deeply nuanced, ensuring comprehensive risk solutions for our clients.

Since joining Axis Insurance in 1993, my focus has been on not just identifying but also educating members of the professions we serve. I have led numerous seminars on loss prevention and risk management, my efforts are aimed at enabling our clients to transform potential risks into opportunities for innovation and growth.

Warren McDonald

Associate Vice President

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I’m Warren McDonald, an Associate Vice President at Axis Insurance. I joined the team in 2016 and specialize in providing tailored insurance solutions for regulated professionals. With a decade of experience in the industry and a Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) designation, my goal is to offer clients comprehensive risk management strategies that empower them to embrace uncertainty and build their businesses confidently. As an active member of the Professional Liability Agents Network (PLAN), I consistently share insights and collaborate with peers to stay at the forefront of industry trends, ensuring my clients receive the most innovative and reliable advice.

I firmly believe in guiding clients to leverage risk as a catalyst for success. By fostering an open and proactive dialogue, I identify their unique needs and develop insurance strategies that help them grow and thrive.

Shaun Booker

Account Executive

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I’m Shaun Booker, an Account Executive at Axis Insurance, specializing in professional liability for architects and engineers. Joining the team in 2024, I bring over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, dedicating much of my career to mastering the nuances of risk and protection in the professional fields of design and construction. My extensive background allows me to provide robust risk management solutions that safeguard the innovative projects and ventures of our clients.

At Axis, I am committed to helping our clients navigate their unique challenges by developing personalized insurance strategies that enable clients to lean confidently into their projects, knowing their risks are well-managed. This approach not only supports our clients’ growth but also enhances their capability to undertake transformative projects with assurance.

Danielle Wolff

Account Executive

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I’m Danielle Wolff, an Account Executive at Axis Insurance, specializing in professional liability. My role centers around helping clients in professional services manage the unique risks of their industries, from health care and life sciences to real estate, lawyers, architecture, and engineering. With a bachelor’s degree and an MA from Wilfrid Laurier University, along with my Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker designation, I bring a solid foundation to every client interaction.

My expertise lies in navigating the intricacies of risk within the professional services sector. Currently, I’m pursuing my Chartered Insurance Professional designation, which keeps me at the forefront of emerging risks and solutions. I take pride in supporting clients whose needs often exceed traditional boundaries, helping them secure comprehensive coverage that aligns with their growth and ambitions.

In a world where risk is constant, I work collaboratively with clients to tackle challenges head-on and build strategies that empower clients to move forward with confidence. Outside of work, you’ll find me spending time with family and friends, traveling, or exploring new places with my dog, who shares my love for adventure.

Michael Fan

Account Executive

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I’m Michael Fan, an Account Executive at Axis Insurance. Joining the team in 2022, my decade-long career in commercial insurance is marked by a deep understanding of risk management, particularly for architects and engineers. Educated at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, I hold a Bachelor in Business Administration and a Diploma in General Insurance and Risk Management, along with Chartered Insurance Professional and Canadian Risk Management designations.

My focus at Axis is on crafting tailored solutions that go beyond policies, emphasizing a client-centric approach. This aligns with our ethos of transforming risks into opportunities for growth. I aspire to be more than an advisor; I aim to be a partner in our clients’ success, helping them navigate and embrace risks.

Loretta Eldridge

Account Executive

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I’m Loretta Eldridge, an Account Executive on Axis Insurance’s Professional & Financial Services team. I am a values-driven strategic communicator who generates demand through honest storytelling. As an insurance professional, I dive deeply into policy details, client operations, and organizational goals, while utilizing strong insurance relationships to deliver powerful and relevant solutions.

I am proud to support Axis’ clients in their communication with underwriters and to cultivate client stories that stand out in a crowded insurance marketplace. Together, we use strategy and storytelling to embrace and celebrate risk, achieving foundational successes for their teams and businesses.

With nearly 20 years of experience in marketing and communications, I’ve led national teams in the cannabis technology, insurance, and non-profit sectors. I’ve created business’ brands, launched countless products and services, and built sustainable sales pipelines. My background in book publishing informs my technical skillset and dedication to clarity, while my expertise in marketing empowers me to tell stories that drive results.

Beyond insurance, I am a life-long volunteer with a history of supporting non-profits in the book publishing, insurance, and cannabis sectors, as well as teaching kids martial arts and horseback riding.