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Benefits of our insurance

Quality insurance coverage is crucial to protect everything you have. Our insurance team can guide you with:

  • Home & Property Insurance — your belongings covered whether you are an owner or renter, coverage while you’re renovating your home, and much more.
  • Business Insurance — businesses are more complex than ever, let’s ensure you have all the right coverage and liability for your business’s unique needs.
  • Travel Insurance — be covered during your holidays whether you experience a cancellation, loss of baggage or trip interruption.
  • Life Insurance — live knowing that those you care for have financial security today and into retirement.
  • Auto Insurance — drive with peace of mind.

Our Insurance team is here to serve you

 

Vicki Adsit, CAIB

Senior Manager, Insurance Operations
Location: Enderby/Salmon Arm

Call: 250-833-4450
Email: vickiadsit@sascu.com

Vicki has 17 years of experience in the industry, and has spent 15 of those with SASCU Insurance. She is a dedicated Senior Manager with expertise in Commercial Lines, risk management, and operations within the credit union system. She is passionate about leading high-performing teams to deliver tailored insurance solutions that support client success.



Vicki holds the Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) designation, and specializes in guiding businesses through complex insurance needs, ensuring efficient service delivery and effective risk mitigation.

In her free time, Vicki enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, whether out on the lake, exploring the mountains or just relaxing in the garden.

Brenda Khela, CAIB

Assistant Manager, Insurance Services
Location: Salmon Arm Uptown

Call: 250-833-4450
Email: brendakhela@sascu.com

Brenda’s experience in the insurance industry spans 33 years, during which time she has held roles as an Autoplan and Personal Lines Advisor, and in Management. She started with SASCU in 2024 and is the Assistant Manager, Insurance Services at our Uptown location. Breanda specializes in home insurance and holds the Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) designation.



Brenda was born and raised in Maple Ridge and spent 14 years living in Mission prior to coming to Salmon Arm in 2020. In her spare time she enjoys games nights, reading and cross stitch.

Christine Crouch

Assistant Manager, Insurance Services
Location: Enderby

Call: 250-838-7707
Email: christinecrouch@sascu.com

Christine has been with SASCU Insurance since April 2012. She has experience in both Autoplan and Personal Lines, where she specialized in home, condominium, tenants, and Course of Construction policies. Christine is now the Assistant Manager, Insurance Services, at our Enderby location.

Christine enjoys working with clients to find the best coverage for their situation, and is a trusted advisor when assistance is needed in the event of a loss or claim.

In her spare time, Christine likes spending time with family and friends, cooking, gardening, and travelling.

Sharlene Foisy

Commercial Producer
Location: Enderby

Call: 250-838-7707
Email: sharlenefoisy@sascu.com

Sharlene has been in the industry for nearly 20 years, servicing commercial and business accounts, and started her career with SASCU in 2018. As a Commercial Producer, she specializes in helping small businesses and commercial farm properties with their coverage and liability needs. Sharlene serves clients with the high expectations she holds for herself.

In her spare time, you can find Sharlene drawing, painting, singing, playing instruments, crocheting, quilting, and whenever she can manage – travelling!

Geordie McLennan, CIP

Commercial Producer
Location: Salmon Arm Uptown

Call: 250-833-4450
Email: geordiemclennan@sascu.com

Geordie began his career in insurance in 1996, and has had the opportunity to work in several cities across British Columbia and Alberta – such as Calgary, Banff, Fernie, Cranbrook, Fort Nelson, Vernon, Chase, and eventually Salmon Arm. As a Commercial Producer, Geordie specializes in providing insurance for small businesses, helping them with their coverage and liability needs. He loves seeing his customers’ businesses grow and being able to help adapt their insurance to their continuing needs.

Geordie also loves rock concerts, camping, and weekends with his grandchildren.

Lori Wheeler

Personal Lines Advisor
Location: Salmon Arm Uptown

Call: 250-833-4450
Email: loriwheeler@sascu.com

Lori has been in the insurance industry for 15 years, as both an Autoplan and Personal Lines Advisor. She assists clients with finding coverage for home and tenants, condominium, recreational, and travel insurance. She prides herself on listening to her clients’ needs and building solid, professional relationships.

Lori has a passion for music and good stories. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, exploring new places and meeting new people. Most of all, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends in the many beautiful spots of the Shuswap.

Nicole Oberle

Account Manager, Commercial and Farm
Location: Enderby

Call: 250-838-7707
Email: nicoleoberle@sascu.com

Nicole’s background and experience in the insurance industry spans almost 10 years. Originally from Armstrong, BC, Nicole joined SASCU in 2023. As the Account Manager, Commercial & Farm, Nicole specializes in small businesses, small commercial farms, and hobby farms, and is passionate about advising clients on their coverage and liability needs.

In her spare time, Nicole loves spending time with her loved ones (and pets!) outdoors camping, quadding, paddleboarding, fishing and going on road trips.

Lani Blomquist

Senior Personal Lines Advisor
Location: Enderby

Call: 250-838-7707
Email: laniblomquist@sascu.com

Lani has held various roles throughout her 30 year tenure in the insurance industry. As a Senior Personal Lines Advisor, Lani’s specialty lies in helping clients with their insurance needs – whether it’s for their house, condominium, mobile home, or a construction project. She is passionate about providing a high level of customer service; she knows the importance of listening to her clients so she can assess their needs.

Lani is grateful for her full personal life, being surrounded by family, grandchildren, and friends. She also loves music, holidays to warm destinations, and golf.

Shawn Edwards

Personal Lines Advisor
Branch: Salmon Arm Uptown

Call: 250-833-4450
Email: shawnedwards@sascu.com

Shawn began his insurance career with SASCU in 2021 and has held various roles through his tenure. His specialty as a Personal Lines Advisor is home insurance (anything from home, condominium, tenants, rented dwellings, seasonal, and hard-to-place properties). It’s important to Shawn to take the time to get to know his clients, to understand their needs, and deliver the insurance products they need in a timely manner.

Out of the office, Shawn loves golf, curling, and Texas style barbeque!

 

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