Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, May 2024 — Kim Tarkington has stepped into the role of Vice President, Human Resources at Cowan Insurance Group. With over 20 years of experience in human resources, Tarkington brings a wealth of expertise in strategic HR management, compensation planning, and building strong client relationships.
Career Journey at Cowan Insurance Group
Tarkington joined Cowan Insurance Group in November 2023 as a Human Resources Business Partner. In this role, she supported the organization’s strategic HR initiatives and collaborated closely with leadership to ensure alignment with corporate goals. Her focus on communication, policy development, and client relations has made her a key contributor to the HR team.
In her new position as Vice President, Human Resources, she will lead the HR team, driving strategic initiatives that promote a high-performance culture and align with Cowan’s mission and values.
Previous Experience and Impact
Before joining Cowan Insurance Group, Tarkington spent nearly four years at Intact, serving as Senior Human Resources Consultant. She provided strategic HR support across various functions, focusing on compensation administration, training and development, and compliance with pay equity standards.
Prior to Intact, she was HR & Office Manager at The Guarantee Company of North America, where she managed succession planning, HR strategy, and policy development.
Her earlier career includes over five years at Anchor Danly, where she advanced from HR/Health & Safety roles to Senior HR/Health & Safety. She managed strategic HR functions such as succession planning, training and development, and policy compliance across multiple locations.
Tarkington also held roles at Krug Inc. as an HR Generalist and at Ultra Manufacturing, where she served as HR Coordinator and Receptionist. She started her career as a Receptionist at Nordia Inc.
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About Cowan Insurance Group
Cowan Insurance Group (CIG) is a Canadian-owned, independent insurance provider specializing in comprehensive insurance, group benefits, and wealth management services since 1927. With over 600 employees across Canada, Cowan offers customized insurance and risk management solutions for commercial and personal needs. Its commitment to innovation, client focus, and excellence has earned it recognition as a Platinum Club Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.
