About Us
In 2006, GroupHEALTH North was born from the collaborative partnership of Money Concepts and GroupHEALTH Global to represent Northern B.C. and provide localized service to northern clients. This association ensures that we are able to provide the most up to date Employee Group Benefit products with personalized service at the best possible rates.
The GroupHEALTH North team is committed to providing a high degree of exceptional customer care and to ensure our clients are completely satisfied with the services available to them.
OUR TEAM!
Sharon Nikkel - Manager Group Benefits
sharon@grouphealthnorth.ca
Sharon was born in Dawson Creek and has lived in Prince George since 1972. Sharon and her husband Greg have 3 children Michelle, Miranda and Mitchell. Sharon began her career in the Group Benefits field in 1986 specializing in Third Party Administration and Consulting of employee benefit plans. Sharon has worked extensively with unionized employee groups and understands the unique underwriting requirements within Collective Agreements, flexible benefit plans as well as traditional benefit plans. Sharon enjoys working with Business Owners and Plan Administrators to ensure their benefit plan is communicated effectively to employees and their families.
Designations:
Level II Life License
Michelle L. Ward - Associate Accounts Manager
Michelle@grouphealthnorth.ca
Michelle was born in Prince George, raised in Sinclair Mills, and returned to Prince George where in 1988 she met her husband Aaron. Michelle came to work for GroupHEALTH North in 2008 and strives daily to ensure she assists in satisfying the clients needs. She enjoys spending time with her husband and friends and is always looking for an opportunity to make someone laugh.
Accomplishments:
Group Life and Health Primer Course
Office Management and Audit Procedures
Client Communication Techniques
Workplace Stress Management Solutions for Women
Effective Supervision
Teresa Galbraith, GBA - Associate Accounts Manager
teresa@grouphealthnorth.ca
Born in Calgary, Alberta, Teresa has lived all over BC and recently moved to Prince George to be closer to her two daughters - Jessica and Katelyn. She has extensive experience in client services and has worked in Human Resources before joining the Group Benefits team in August 2008. In her spare time, Teresa enjoys time with family and friends, volunteering for community organizations, fitness, and travelling.
Designations:
Group Benefits Associate (GBA)
Accomplishments:
Group Life and Health Primer Course
Human Resources Management Certificate
Community Economic Development Certificate
Clerk Bookkeeper Certificate
Non-Profits Societies:
Ducks Unlimited - Annual Banquet, Volunteer 2008
Houston Link to Learning - Past Director (4 years)
Northern Society for Domestic Peace - Past Volunteer (2 years)
Houston Youth Centre - Past Director/ Volunteer (5 years)
Pleasant Valley Horse Club - Past Director (2 years)
Peter J. Tiani, CFP, R.F.P. - Partner
ptiani@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca
Peter was born and raised in Prince George. He began his career in the Financial Industry 19 years ago, when he worked for a Chartered Accountant. For the past 11 years, Peter has been working as a Financial Planner and has extensive knowledge in Estate & Business Succession Planning. His years in the Accounting Industry have prepared him well in minimizing taxes in these areas, as well as in Retirement and Investment Planning. His experience in personal and corporate taxes, real estate and business contribute greatly to his knowledge in financial planning. This knowledge has been instrumental in his ability to work with any type and size of business.
Designations:
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Registered Financial Planner (R.F.P.)
Accomplishments:
Business Administration Diploma (Accounting and Finance)
Trades & Associations:
Advocis
Financial Planners Standards Council
Institute of Advanced Financial Planners
Non-Profit Societies:
Central Interior Loggers Association (CILA) - Treasurer & Director
Ducks Unlimited Canada - Major Gift Committee
Past Founding Director - Northern BC Friends of Children
John Simkins - Partner
jsimkins@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca John was born in Kelowna and has been in Prince George since 1985. His background in Corporate Banking is the basis of his extensive knowledge in Business and Personal Finances. He specializes in Investments, Estate and Retirement Planning, Tax Minimization, Wealth Creation, and Wealth Preservation for personal and corporate applications. His lifetime experience in the Financial Industry is instrumental to his ability to find innovative solutions for personal and business clients.
Accomplishments:
Level II Life License
Mutual Fund Representative
Corporate Banking Diploma
Systems Analysis Diploma
Trades & Associations:
Advocis
Non-Profit Societies:
Ducks Unlimited Canada - BC Council Chairman & National Director
Spirit of the North Health Foundation - Past Director (2 years)
Habitat Conservation Trust Fund - Past Director (12 years)
Jan Simkins, PFP - Partner
jasimkins@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca Jan was born in Ottawa and has lived in Prince George since 1985. Jan and John have two children, Jamie and Jocelyn and four grandchildren. Jan's 26 years in the Financial Services Industry has allowed her to gain extensive knowledge in Financial Planning in areas of Investments, Estate and Retirement Planning, Tax Minimization, Wealth Creation and Wealth Preservation. This experience has provided her with the excellent knowledge to understand and develop financial strategies to assist people in meeting their lifetime goals.
Designations:
Personal Financial Planner (PFP)
Level II Life License
Accomplishments:
Personal Financial Consulting Diploma
Canadian Securities
Non-Profit Societies:
Duck Unlimited Canada - Committee Chair & Past Chapter Chair
Rose Halsall - Partner
rhalsall@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca Born and raised in Prince George, Rose & her husband Bruce have two boys, Eric and Adam. Rose has over 20 years experience in the Financial Industry. A valued member of the Money Concepts Team since 1997and became partner in 2008. Rose is an integral part of this growing franchise and is active in the sales and support of mutual fund investments and life insurance.
Accomplishments:
Level II Life License
Mutual Funds Representative
Jeff Robinson - Account Executive
jrobinson@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca
A new member of the Money Concepts Team since 2009.
Accomplishments:
Level II Life License
Catherine Ablett - Receptionist (Director of First Impressions)
catherine@grouphealthnorth.ca
Born and raised in Houston, B.C., Catherine moved to Prince George in 1999 with her husband Gordon. They have two children, Jacob and Madison. With 5 years experience in the administration field, Catherine is passionate about helping people and looks forward to expanding her knowledge and experience within Money Concepts and GroupHEALTH North. She loves to spend quality time with family and friends, and enjoys hobbies such as crafts, photography, reading and movies.
Accomplishments:
Administrative Assistant Diploma
Carol Fedyk, BA - Office Administrator
cfedyk@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca
Carol was born in Port Alice, BC and raised in Prince George. She began working for Money Concepts as the Director of First Impressions in May 2005. In February 2008, Carol took on the role of Office Administrator for Money Concepts and GroupHEALTH North. With a diverse background in a variety of management positions and as a small business owner, Carol brings to the office excellent client service, dynamic interpersonal expertise, and the belief that the right people are a business' best asset. Carol has been married for 21 years and is the proud mother of three teenage children, 1 feisty Chihuahua and a very lazy cat. She enjoys time spent with family and friends, a good book, and walks in the sunshine.
Accomplishments:
Bachelor of Arts (English/ Psychology)
Management Skills for Supervisors
Trades and Associations:
Human Resources Management Association (HRMA)
Non-Profit Societies:
Prince George Barracuda Swim Club - Executive Member
Prince George Youth Soccer - Volunteer
Canadian Cancer Society - Volunteer
Sandra Pagnotta - Executive Assistant
spagnotta@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca Sandra is proud to be born and raised in Prince George along with her husband Luciano. Sandra began her career in the Financial Industry in 1989. In January 2007, Sandra joined the growing and dynamic Money Concepts team. She prides herself in providing great service and in keeping a great attitude. She is active in the sales and support of Group RRSPs, mutual funds, segregated mutual funds and life insurance.
Accomplishments:
Level II Life License
Mutual Funds Representative
June Mohr - Administrative Supervisor
jmohr@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca
June was born in Enderby, BC, and has lived in Prince George since 1966. Married to Ian, they have one daughter Aron, who lives in Toronto. June has been active in the Financial Services Industry since 1994 and has been with Money Concepts since 2003. June is always available to answer your questions and is in charge of all the administrative functions.
Accomplishments:
Management Skills for Supervisors
Fatima Hansen - Administrative Assistant
fhansen@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca
Fatima was born and raised in Prince George. She married her husband Dale in August 2006, and they had their first addition to the family in April 2008, their son Dayton. Fatima enjoys her new role as a mother. Fatima has extensive experience as a legal secretary at a local law firm. Fatima joined Money Concepts in 2006, as the Executive Assistant to Peter Tiani and Rose Halsall. She has come back from maternity leave to be the Group Plan Administrative Assistant for Money Concepts. Fatima plans to expand her knowledge with the courses she has available to her. Fatima always brings a bright smile and positive attitude to work and daily life.
Carole Patterson - Administrative Assistant
cpatterson@moneyconceptspg.bc.ca
Carole was born in Burnaby, BC and raised in Prince George. After living in Alberta as well as other areas of BC, she chose to move back to Prince George to raise her two children. Carole has more than ten years experience in the administrative field and over five years experience in the education field working as a financial administrator and instructor of classes such as Introduction to Computers and Office Procedures. Carole came to work at Money Concepts in the spring of 2008 and is responsible for processing and following up on all transactions done in the office.
Accomplishments:
Administrative Assistant Diploma
Bookkeeping Certificate
Dawn Tiani - Administration
pdtiani@shaw.caDawn was born in Ashern, Manitoba and moved to Prince George in 1967. Dawn and Peter have three children, Josh, Jacob and Jenna. Dawn has been in the Financial Services Industry for the past 20 years. She started working with a Chartered Accountant Firm prior to moving over to the Money Concepts office when it opened in 1995. Her extensive experience in bookkeeping is a great asset to the firm.
Non-Profit Societies:
Spirit of the North - Festival of the Trees
St Mary's School - Volunteer