Celebrating Excellence: Youngs Insurance's Wendy Ward Memorial Award 2025.
Youngs Insurance Brokers is thrilled to announce the recipient of the 2024-2025 Wendy Ward Memorial Award for Excellence, presented in partnership with the Insurance Brokers Association of Hamilton (IBAH). This prestigious award, which honours the legacy of our cherished colleague Wendy Ward, was bestowed upon Alex Takac on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.
Honouring a Legacy
The Wendy Ward Memorial Award for Excellence is more than just an accolade; it is a tribute to the incredible dedication and professionalism that Wendy exemplified during her over 10 years with Youngs Insurance Brokers. Wendy's sudden passing was a significant loss to our team, but her spirit of hard work, perseverance, and exceptional insurance knowledge continues to inspire us. This award ensures that Wendy's legacy lives on, celebrating individuals who embody the same standards of excellence.Recognizing Outstanding Achievement
The award is given to the top performer in the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) Level One license exam. Commencing in January 2022, it acknowledges not only academic excellence but also exemplary conduct and application of industry standards. Accompanied by a monetary gift, this award serves as a testament to the recipient's competence and dedication to the insurance profession.Continuing the Tradition of Excellence
Youngs Insurance is proud to continue this tradition of recognizing and nurturing talent within the insurance industry. We believe that supporting and celebrating the achievements of emerging professionals not only honours Wendy's legacy but also contributes to the growth and integrity of the insurance field.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Alex Takac and look forward to seeing their future contributions to the insurance industry. Their success is a reminder of the high standards Wendy set and the lasting impact of her work at Youngs Insurance Brokers.
