YIPT Ambassadors are passionate advocates who play a vital role in strengthening the connection between Young Insurance Professionals Toronto and the broader insurance community. Serving as representatives within their organizations and professional networks, ambassadors help promote YIPT’s events, initiatives, and programs while encouraging engagement and participation among peers. Through this role, ambassadors build meaningful industry relationships, enhance their leadership skills, and actively contribute to fostering a connected, informed, and inclusive community of emerging insurance professionals.

ALI TEHRANCHI

ARIA GRIFFITH

DOGUKAN YILDIRIM

ILBIRONKE OLADEINDE

MITCHELL PATRIARCHE

SHAYNE PEPE

TIMOTHY WU

AMIK SAHA

CHRIS SMODIS

ELLIE KHALVATI

MALORY CIFUENTES

ROHAN POURAWAL

TAPFUA GARABGA

YIPT AMBASSADORS

2026

AMBASSADOR PROGRAM APPLICATIONS CLOSED FOR 2026
*Please note, the ambassador application period opens once a year.

Are you looking for ways to take your career to the next level?

Do you want to stand out at your company and build your network, while increasing your industry recognition?

Are you a social person who enjoys bringing people together and encouraging your peers to get out and network?

If so, becoming a YiPT Ambassador could be a perfect opportunity for you! YiPT Ambassadors serve as the main point of contact at their companies for all things YiPT related.

Program Overview:

The Ambassador Committee plays an important role in helping YIPT fulfill its mission to build, connect and inform Toronto’s insurance community. We are currently recruiting members from all companies within the insurance industry to join the program.

Objectives:

Champion YIPT’s Brand: Increase awareness of YIPT across the insurance industry by leveraging your industry network.
Express your Entrepreneurial Side: by developing innovative ways to engage your peers and promote YIPT within your organization.
Drive Growth and Engagement: Support social media engagement, membership and sponsorship development, and event participation.
Develop Leadership Skills and Enhance Industry Relationships: We provide ambassadors with opportunities to grow as leaders through their involvement in YIPT initiatives. Ambassadors also receive exclusive perks including the opportunity to be recognized as Ambassador of the Year.

If you are interested in becoming a YiPT Ambassador, please complete the application below and one of our members will be in touch. Any questions can be directed to ambassadors@yipt.ca

NOTE: Only serious applicants will be considered, as the number of ambassadors is limited for 2026. We are looking for drive, eagerness, initiative, and dedication. The more details you can provide in your application, the better your chances of being selected

First name

Last name

Company name

Position

Years of Industry Experience

Ambassador Interest & Motivation

1. Why are you interested in becoming a YIPT Ambassador for the 2026 term? Please describe what excites you about this opportunity.

2. What does YIPT mean to you, and how do you see yourself contributing to the organization as an Ambassador?

3. What area of YIPT exec team are you interested in- Finance, Events, Member Engagement, or Media, and why?

Skills, Strengths & Engagement

4. How do you plan to manage your time and responsibilities to ensure consistent participation throughout the 2026 term?

5. What skills, strengths, or experiences would you bring to the YIPT Ambassador Program?

6. Have you previously been involved with YIPT or similar professional organizations? If yes, please briefly describe your involvement.

Final Reflection

7. Why should you be selected as one of the 2026 YIPT Ambassadors?

Applicant Acknowledgment:

I understand that this is a volunteer role requiring a minimum commitment of approximately 15 hours per month, including meetings and events.

I understand that as an ambassador, I am expected to attend most YIPT events, with only three excused absences permitted during the year.

By submitting this application, I acknowledge that the YIPT Ambassador Program is a volunteer role with participation, time, and attendance expectations.

Want to Get Involved?

Interested in becoming a member? Learn more about how you can become part of our platform for insurance industry professionals to engage, grow, and give back to the community.

Learn More

SIGN UP