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“No matter how many clients I have, I make sure to call each one personally every quarter. It’s a chance to not only update them on their portfolio, but also check on how they’re doing personally”
Kelvin Rampersad,
Carte Wealth Management
Kennedy Lightle, managing partner at Sharp Insurance and COO West at Synex Business Performance, exemplifies exceptional leadership and innovation in the insurance industry. With 20 years of experience, she has earned prestigious certifications, including FCIP and CRM.
Lightle’s forward-thinking vision has driven transformative initiatives. She redefined Sharp’s Client Care model, enhancing service with small, dedicated teams and expanding its referral program to mortgage brokers and home builders, diversifying revenue streams and strengthening carrier relationships nationwide. Her strategic acumen and unparalleled presentation skills continue to position Sharp as a trusted industry leader.
A fierce advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Lightle fosters a leadership team of equal male and female representation and ensures culturally inclusive practices. Her passion for developing young leaders and dedication to empowering women shine through in her leadership of Women in Insurance panels and her advocacy for mentorship, inspiring the next generation of leaders.
Beyond her professional achievements, Lightle is a proud Calgarian who now splits her time between Montreal and across North America. She enjoys cooking, walking, live music, and Formula 1 racing. Her dynamic leadership and unyielding commitment to progress make her a true Elite Woman in insurance.
300-1331 Macleod Trail S.E.
403 805 2158
kennedy@sharpinsurance.ca
linkedin.com/in/kennedy-lightle-fcip-crm-718195b4
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Kennedy Lightle
Managing Partner
Sharp Insurance
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“I strongly believe in working smarter, not harder. I think it’s one of the keys to living a great life, and I want to share that with as many people as possible”
Kelvin Rampersad,
Carte Wealth Management
2004–2012
2012–2018
2018–2021
Present
2024–present
2004–2005: Broker at AMA
2005–2006: Agency Supervisor at AMA
2004–2012: Agency Manager at AMA
2004–
2012
2012–2015: Operations Manager at Johnson Insurance
2015–2018: National Director of Customer Experience at Johnson Insurance
2012–
2018
VP, Sales and Business Development at Sharp Insurance
2018–
2021
Managing Partner at Sharp Insurance since 2021
COO, West at Synex Business Performance since 2021
Present
Unit Leader – TSW – Eastern Canada
2024–
present
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