Derek Szeto

Derek Szeto is an experienced professional in the insurance industry, currently serving as Associate Manager of Group Underwriting at Canada Life since May 2018, where responsibilities include managing pricing and profitability for complex clients and achieving full renewal accuracy. Derek has a strong record of project leadership, including the redevelopment of renewal templates for a major national association, and has developed efficiency tools such as an Excel VBA quote tool. Prior experience includes roles at Victor Canada, where technical underwriting initiatives were undertaken, and client services work, along with earlier positions at Wilfrid Laurier University and Manulife Financial. Derek holds an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University.