Headquarters:
345 Ridout Street North, London, ON, N6A 2N8
Year founded:
1997
Number of employees:
1,072 in Canada; 1,380 globally
Phone:
+1 (888) 670 8889 x2895
Email:
tbeausaert@infotech.com
Website:
infotech.com
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/info-tech-research-group
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Shawn Gibson
Chief Human Resources Officer
Michelle Rigato
Senior Director, Employee Development and Engagement
Rachel Hardman
Director, Human Resources Operations
Leadership
Shawn Gibson is the chief human resources officer for Info-Tech Research Group, leading and supporting all aspects of HR, including operations; talent acquisition; employee engagement; diversity, equity, and inclusion; learning & development; employee relations; and more. He has held a variety of roles in operations, management, and executive leadership during his tenure at Info-Tech, allowing him to draw from his in-depth knowledge and experience with the company to develop and implement HR strategies that align and complement the overall business strategy. Gibson is a proud alumnus of Western University.
Chief Human Resources Officer
Shawn Gibson
Michelle Rigato, senior director, employee development & engagement at Info-Tech Research Group is an experienced L&D professional with a strong background in HR within the financial and IT sectors. Joining the organization in 2022, she now leads the L&D and Employee Engagement & Culture teams.
Drawing on her extensive experience and skills, Rigato is dedicated to fostering growth and development within the organizations in which she works. She holds an HBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business and a Master’s Certificate in Adult Training and Development (MCATD) focused on Adult Education from York University - Schulich School of Business.
Senior Director, Employee Development and Engagement
Michelle Rigato
Rachel Hardman, CHRL and director, HR operations at Info-Tech Research Group, is a seasoned HR professional with over 10 years of experience. In her role with Info-Tech Research Group, she leads her team with a focus on employee relations, benefits, and HRIS system across Canada, the US, the UK, and Australia.
Drawing on her experience as an HR course instructor at Fanshawe College and previous HR experience working with Diply and Farm Boy, Hardman has a proven track record in problem solving, driving engagement, and implementing innovative HR solutions
Director, Human Resources Operations
Rachel Hardman
“Having four insurance designations, and the wealth of knowledge that comes with it, enables me to better counsel customers regarding the importance of having the appropriate insurance coverage”
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CharSan Insurance & Consulting
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“A true leader can see potential in different employees, regardless of their position. Listening and recognizing the value of each individual not only inspires them but also makes them grow professionally”
Saray Uribe,
CharSan Insurance & Consulting
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Tracy Macfie
Director, Operations & Research Talent Acquisition
With 15+ years of experience in HR and talent acquisition, Tracy Macfie is the director, operations and research talent acquisition at Info-Tech Research Group. In her role, she works closely with senior leaders to align talent strategies with business objectives, including the design and delivery of onboarding programs and the development and launch of HR diagnostics with a focus on engagement.
Macfie leads a skilled team that oversees talent operations across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment and talent programs and sourcing candidates for diverse roles across various functions. She holds a BA in psychology and a diploma in HR management.
Director, Operations & Research Talent Acquisition
Tracy Macfie
Chelsea Clark
Director, Total Rewards
Chelsea Clark, director, total rewards at Info-Tech Research Group, is an accomplished HR professional with comprehensive experience in all aspects of HR, including Global Total Rewards. Her diverse experience spans healthcare, corporate finance, and startups, as well as research and advisory in her current role.
Clark recently earned an MBA with a specialization in HR Leadership from the University of Fredericton, completing a global capstone project that helped companies scale internationally.
Director, Total Rewards
Chelsea Clark
Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading and fastest-growing information technology research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 professionals around the world.
The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research, and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with leaders and their teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.
Through building disruptive research and products that drive measurable results and save money, the organization’s data-driven programs enable IT leaders to objectively measure success, develop an impactful IT strategy, and systematically improve year over year.
Info-Tech prides itself on its world-class management approach and growth mindset, continuing to invest in its people through professional development opportunities designed to improve the skills of employees while actively hiring the most talented experts.
Info-Tech’s HR division, McLean & Company, provides the same level of exceptional products and services for HR professionals around the globe, while its SoftwareReviews division offers data-backed software buying insights. The firm continues to expand globally, with offices in Canada, the US, the UK, and Australia.
Carrie McEachern
Director, Commercial Talent Acquisition
Sean McConlogue
President, Alliant Underwriting and Consumer Solutions
Dan Draper
Group Chief Underwriting Officer
Simon Williams
Chief Strategy & Distribution Officer, Arch Insurance International
and Active Underwriter, Syndicate 1955
Carrie McEachern, director, commercial talent acquisition at Info-Tech Research Group, oversees high-volume recruitment and stakeholder interactions while driving diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization. An accomplished HR professional, she spearheads global recruitment efforts, conducts an impressive magnitude of hiring, and has led the TA module of HRIS implementation.
Certified in Predictive Index’s “Drive Results with Talent,” McEachern optimizes workforce performance through data-driven talent strategies and is passionate about elevating team performance and driving results. She is a Western University business graduate with a proven track record in executive search and global recruitment.
Director, Commercial Talent Acquisition
Carrie McEachern
Sean McConlogue has more than 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, with particular emphasis on specialty program development. Before joining the company in 2003, McConlogue served as president of Affinity Insurance Services, and prior to that held senior-level management positions with Tristar Insurance Services, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., and Xerox Corporation.
McConlogue earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of California, San Diego and a master’s degree in international management from Thunderbird, The American Graduate School of International Management.
President, Alliant Underwriting and Consumer Solutions
Sean McConlogue
Dan Draper was appointed group chief underwriting officer in September 2022. He had previously served for more than two years as group head of underwriting at AXIS. Prior to that, he had been group chief risk and actuarial officer at VIBE. Before joining VIBE, Draper spent eight years with AXIS, holding a number of leadership roles that included group chief actuary, chief risk analytics officer, and insurance segment chief risk officer. Before that, he held managerial positions at the Financial Services Authority, XL Capital, and EY.
Group Chief Underwriting Officer
Dan Draper
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
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Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
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Kimi Shah
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Vice President, Marketing
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Alex Ventura
Head of Marketing
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Dr. Mary Lavoie
Head of Risk Management and Senior Vice President
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Mark Bernacki
Chief Underwriting Officer
Ryan Armijo
Chief Operating Officer, Underwriting Division
Bob Petrilli
President, Underwriting Division
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“A true leader can see potential in different employees, regardless of their position. Listening and recognizing the value of each individual not only inspires them but also makes them grow professionally”
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CharSan Insurance & Consulting
