Our team
The representatives on our team take pride in helping you get the most out of your policies and financial plans. You can trust us to make sure you have the right coverage and investments to take care of the people and things you care about most. Get personalized service with one-on-one advice and clear answers to your insurance and investment questions. When you choose The Co-operators, you’re choosing a dedicated team that’s on your side, ready to help you make confident financial choices. Connect with us today.
Alex Byrne
Financial Advisor/Owner*Stittsville alex_byrne@cooperators.ca
Mutual Fund Investment Specialist**
Alex has been in the insurance industry since May 2002. He started in commercial underwriting at a major Canadian insurer after completing a business diploma at Algonquin College in Business Administration-Insurance. In 2009, Alex obtained his Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS) designation and is currently working towards the CIP insurance designation. In February 2017, he celebrated 10 years in business at Byrne Insurance Agency Inc.
A major focus for his team is financial planning and Life insurance through our partners Co-operators Life Insurance Company and Credential Asset Management Inc.
In his spare time, Alex enjoys spending time with his wife, Ashley, and is an avid golfer and proud member of The Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club.
Alex has been in the insurance industry since May 2002. He started in commercial underwriting at a major Canadian insurer after completing a business diploma at Algonquin College in Business Administration-Insurance. In 2009, Alex obtained his Certified Health Insurance Specialist (CHS) designation and is currently working towards the CIP insurance designation. In February 2017, he celebrated 10 years in business at Byrne Insurance Agency Inc.
A major focus for his team is financial planning and Life insurance through our partners Co-operators Life Insurance Company and Credential Asset Management Inc.
In his spare time, Alex enjoys spending time with his wife, Ashley, and is an avid golfer and proud member of The Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club.
Tracy-Leigh Scharf
Associate Financial AdvisorStittsville tracy_scharf@cooperators.ca
Tracy started in the insurance business in 2015 and is licensed to sell Home, Business and Auto insurance. She is also licensed to offer Life insurance, which ties into Investment opportunities like retirement planning (RRSP), Tax Free Saving Accounts (TFSA) and Registered Education Saving Programs (RESP). Tracy is dedicated to providing a personal relationship with a professional touch and provides superior customer service to all of her clients. Her time management and multi-tasking abilities are only a few of her best qualities. When she is not at work, she is a mom to a busy little girl and enjoys spending time with family and friends in the great outdoors.
Tracy started in the insurance business in 2015 and is licensed to sell Home, Business and Auto insurance. She is also licensed to offer Life insurance, which ties into Investment opportunities like retirement planning (RRSP), Tax Free Saving Accounts (TFSA) and Registered Education Saving Programs (RESP). Tracy is dedicated to providing a personal relationship with a professional touch and provides superior customer service to all of her clients. Her time management and multi-tasking abilities are only a few of her best qualities. When she is not at work, she is a mom to a busy little girl and enjoys spending time with family and friends in the great outdoors.
Lorianne Luedey
Associate Insurance Advisor*Stittsville lorianne_luedey@cooperators.ca
Mutual Fund Investment Specialist**
Lorianne began her insurance career in 2009 in B.C. and re-joined The Co-operators in Ontario in 2018. Lorianne plans to pursue her LLQP designation through the Insurance Institute of Canada and obtain her Mutual Funds licence. Outstanding client service has always been her priority with a focus on offering insurance coverage that provides proper protection. Being a past Farmers’ Market vendor, she is passionate about being involved in community events.She enjoys biking, cooking, hiking, nature watching, and photography with her husband and their son.
Lorianne began her insurance career in 2009 in B.C. and re-joined The Co-operators in Ontario in 2018. Lorianne plans to pursue her LLQP designation through the Insurance Institute of Canada and obtain her Mutual Funds licence. Outstanding client service has always been her priority with a focus on offering insurance coverage that provides proper protection. Being a past Farmers’ Market vendor, she is passionate about being involved in community events.She enjoys biking, cooking, hiking, nature watching, and photography with her husband and their son.