Merv C. Evdokimenko

Executive Vice-President

merv.evdokimenko@apriinc.com
604.605.3650

My Life Plan…

I’ve had many successful years in the insurance business. I’ve done just about every job in the industry; from agent to running my own benefits consulting firm and yet work has never ceased to be a pursuit of passion. After all these years, the most satisfying part of any day still happens to be getting positive feedback from clients. There really isn’t a better feeling for me than knowing that I’ve impacted the life of a client in a positive way. Any accolades I get are all because of my team. They work with me and not for me and the difference is all about the quality of care that we give each and every client.

Personally, I can’t wait to travel more. A dream trip for me would be Australia but until I find the time to disappear into the outback, my plan of action for the present is to transition from my family business to become a part of Apri and share everything and anything I know about the industry. I may work with my actual family but I must say, it’s been pretty seamless for me to start looking at the rest of the Apri team in the same light. I’m excited to see everyone learn and grow and succeed, because when they do, so do our clients.

Darwyne Lang

President & CEO

darwyne.lang@apriinc.com
416.849.8080

My Life Plan…

I’ve been in the insurance industry over 30 years. That’s 30 years invested in doing something I truly enjoy and I’m fortunate because of it. I get to go to work every day and help people just like me – with families just like mine – plan their lives and ensure that the people they care for most in life are taken care of. That’s really why I’m in business – to do right by my clients.

When I’m not in the office, I’m spending time with my family. It’s pretty great how close we are, like when we get together and play a round of golf on the weekend. Not only is it a chance for us to get outside and have a great time doing something we all love but it also gives me the time to stop and think about the fact that my sons still have fun hanging out with their mom and dad. After I do that, I just can’t seem to stop smiling.

George Dunfield

Executive Vice-President

george.dunfield@apriinc.com
416.849.8064

My Life Plan…

I’ve worked in employee benefits for over 30 years and that’s a long time for anyone in any industry. So to say that I’ve seen a lot on my tenure would be an understatement. One thing I’ve come to notice about Apri is that we do things differently. Simple as that. Take our meetings for instance. Other companies would talk about sales figures first thing, we’d rather share stories about our clients instead. Building relationships with our clients and knowing who they are as people – that’s the fabric of who we are.

I’ve lived and worked in cities all over Canada but the truth is that I’m a country boy at heart. So beyond work, I love heading up to the family cottage. I spend summers at the cottage as often as possible and when I retire, I can’t wait to live up there full-time. But if I won the lottery today, (as in today-today), I don’t think I’d quit. Seriously, I love what I do – although I would probably drive a nicer truck. Helping my clients manage their benefits programs can come with some unique challenges but it can also be quite a bit of fun. And no matter what, it’s always rewarding.

Laura Klaehn

Executive Vice-President

laura.klaehn@apriinc.com
416.849.8135

My Life Plan…

I believe in numbers, and in putting the client’s best interests first. I know that when you have the correct formula in place, the math won’t lie. And when you do it right for clients you truly care to help, it adds up perfectly. That’s what drew me to Apri – honest work by people who really care about their clients.

I know how important it is to get the right plan together, because it’s about putting the family first. My life is centered on protecting and caring for my son, and I know that I can apply this philosophy towards helping other families who are trying to achieve that same goal. In life, I want to do honest and good work every day, so that everyone can go home and rest easy knowing those they value most are well cared for.