Lazaridis Students’ Society

Laurier Insurance & Risk Association was formed in 2018 by Laurier
alumni, Nick Molkoski. His vision was to introduce Laurier students to the
insurance and risk management industries through a unique mentorship (AIM)
program which would help students receive career advice and entry into these
industries with the guidance of insurance professionals. LIRA is continuing to
build on Nick’s vision by constantly striving to introduce students to the
insurance industry through the AIM program, networking events, case
competitions, and many more initiatives. In the coming years, we hope to keep
growing our student base and continue to help students acquire the necessary
skills to succeed in the insurance and risk management industries.

By being involved with LIRA, you will have the opportunity to learn all
about the insurance industry and receive invaluable career advice from our
industry leading professional mentors and sponsors. The hands on advice
provided by AIM mentors allows students to truly grasp a thorough understanding
of the industry, while also developing a lasting relationship. At our events,
we ensure that students are able to walk away with an idea of where they belong
in the industry, as well as giving you the opportunity to create lasting
networks. Through our events, we have heard countless times, “I never
considered the insurance industry, I didn’t realize the opportunities that the
industry offered!” This is why we continue to strive for the best possible
experiences for our attendees.

Please check out our website, lirawlu.com, to see what events are coming
up. There, you will also find the links to the form register for these events.
You can also check our social media pages for more information!

We want to be honest here: insurance and risk management is too often
overlooked. The insurance industry is becoming very young, as many
professionals are retiring, so innovation is driving this industry. With the
diversity of the individuals, the variety of work, the social element, and the
handsome compensation offered, this industry is a place where you can find your
career. Not to mention, the most common answer to the question, “How did you
get involved in insurance?” is “I just fell into the industry, and now I never
want to leave it!”