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As CEO of Acera Insurance Broker Network (Solutions Group), Tania has grown her branch collective from concept in 2014 to where it is today — the largest branch partner across the Acera Insurance Broker Network (formerly A-WIN Insurance).
Tania has built the business over the years through her steadfast and dedicated leadership to ensure all team members are empowered to achieve their goals. As a long-time business visionary, she is very excited to collaborate with her colleagues across the Acera Insurance Broker Network and its parent company, Acera Insurance, to broaden local expertise and service offerings to best support her clients’ changing needs into the future.
Founded In 2014
Acquired In 2014
Nice to Meet You.
We’re Acera Insurance Broker Network (Solutions Group)
Our name has changed, but the same friendly faces remain.
Acera Insurance Broker Network (Solutions Group) — formerly A-WIN Insurance (Solutions Group) — is committed to providing the same exceptional service you’ve come to expect from the same professionals you’ve come to know and trust.
The Acera Insurance Broker Network (Solutions Group) was founded in 2014 and currently includes four locations across southern Alberta: Blairmore, Lethbridge South, Picture Butte and Taber.
Our Team Is Highly Specialized Yet Completely Down-To-Earth
Acera Insurance Broker Network (Solutions Group) offers the utmost certainty in the customized commercial, farm and personal insurance solutions we provide. Our expertise, experience and market access mean our personalized and comprehensive solutions are designed specifically to suit your unique
Acera Insurance formed through the merger of several award-winning, independent brokerages — including A-WIN Insurance — that have been serving communities across Canada for over 60 years.
As one of the largest independent, employee-controlled brokerages in Canada, Acera Insurance offers individuals, families and business across the country with utmost certainty in the specialized solutions and impartial advice we provide.
Acera Insurance does not have insurance carrier or foreign ownership, making us unique within the Canadian insurance landscape. As a truly independent brokerage, Acera Insurance provides professional, unbiased advice and works with over 100 insurers and specialty underwriters to negotiate terms with the best interests of our clients in mind.
As a Canadian-owned and operated company, the name Acera Insurance draws inspiration from the scientific family name for the maple tree — a symbol of our local roots and the depth and strength of our nationwide organization.
While part of the Acera Insurance organization, Acera Insurance Broker Network branches are independently owned.
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A-WIN Insurance
A-WIN Insurance (Solutions Group), which currently includes Lethbridge South, Blairmore, Picture Butte, Taber, Calgary and Medicine Hat, proudly represents the franchise model of the Rogers/Sharp Insurance family
A-WIN offers their clients the best of both worlds; the flexibility, accountability, and understanding that only comes from local ownership and the additional support, technology and increased market strength that Rogers/Sharp Insurance can provide.
The A-WIN team works diligently to provide progressive and innovative solutions while being steeped in the traditional values of service and integrity. Their thinking is innovative and fresh, and they focus on working with their clients to find the right solutions based on their current needs. They work hard to make complex situations simple and build lasting relationships with the people they serve.
Founded In 2014
Acquired In 2014
Matt Hemmerling
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Born and raised in Lethbridge, Matt is a Lethbridge College Alumni. His family history in residential development, commercial development, and professional property inspection primed him well for a career in real estate.
Joining Braemore Management In 2017 Matt began managing approximately 400 residential doors in North and South Lethbridge. Identifying areas of growth from within the company, Matt spearheaded the opening of Braemore’s realty division in 2020. After a successful inaugural year in the realty division, Matt was promoted to be the Broker and CEO of Braemore Management. While continuing to act on behalf of clients for the purchase or sale of real estate, particularly multifamily and investment properties, Matt works alongside a valuable operations team to provide solutions, efficiencies, innovations and a vision to the Property Managers and staff of Braemore Management to provide premium property management to the properties under management now in 2 provinces and 11 cities/towns.
Matt has proudly tenured as Assistant Coach of the Lethbridge College Men’s Volleyball team, volunteers in Lethbridge College Entrepreneurship classes and held a CPGA professional card for 4 years before his time at Braemore.
Founded In 1980
Acquired In 2014
Braemore Management
Established in 1980, Braemore Management Ltd. has become a key player in Southern Alberta’s real estate industry and beyond. Our diverse portfolio includes residential, condominium, and commercial properties, complemented by our expanding Realty division.
We pride ourselves on nurturing trust among our clients, instilling unwavering confidence in their investments, while also providing tenants with the assurance of comfortable places to live and work.
At Braemore Management Ltd., our mission revolves around delivering real estate services focused on long-term asset growth. Our success is intricately tied to our company values, serving as the foundation of our company ethos.
In 2021, CEO Matt Hemmerling, and COO Terri Ann Fitz-Gibson assumed their roles, prioritizing enhanced processes and fostering a strong organizational culture, underpinning our commitment to excellence and continued growth.
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Braemore Management
Established in 1980, Braemore Management Ltd. specializes in real estate services in Southern Alberta. They operate a diverse portfolio including residential, condominium, commercial, and industrial properties for rent in Lethbridge.
They offer their tenants and owners personalized service with a hands-on approach to property management. They pride themselves in maintaining excellent tenant relations and 24-hour emergency service.
Professionalism is their goal, and their Lethbridge property managers are licensed under the Real Estate Agents Licensing. Over the years, Braemore underwent many changes before it arrived at the property management brokerage we recognize today. Braemore currently has the largest portfolio of properties south of Calgary and is proud of its long history.
Founded In 1980
Acquired In 2014