Our Team
Michael McKean
Director, Licensed Financial Planner and Authorised Representative
Email: michael@metsure.com.au
With over 35 years’ experience in Financial Services, Michael has a wealth of experience gained from various positions across a wide range of financial institutions such as NAB, Metway, HFC Finance and Suncorp.
Michael has been the driving force of Metsure since 2008 growing an Advice, Insurance Broking and Mortgage practice from a small boutique operation to servicing a network of clients Australia Wide.
One thing that Michael prides himself on and installs in the team is ’look after the client and the client will look after you’. It is this way of thinking which motivates his team to do their very best for the client on each and every occasion.
Michael has been a strong supporter of local charities and community sporting teams around the Sunshine Coast for a number of years.
When Michael is not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife of 25 years and his 4 beautiful children.
Jeff Ward
With over four decades of dedicated experience in the insurance industry, Jeff Ward stands as a seasoned professional who has excelled in senior broking and underwriting roles. His career has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence, making him an analytical thinker and a true expert in the evaluation of risk and loss potential. Jeff specialises in developing comprehensive information to formulate tailored insurance programs for both new and existing clients.
Beyond the realms of insurance, Jeff’s personal life is equally dynamic. When he’s not immersed in the world of risk assessment and insurance solutions, you’ll find him dedicating precious moments to his family, participating in marathons, or indulging in moments of relaxation with a quiet beverage. Jeff’s passion for insurance, complemented by his well-rounded pursuits, underscores his commitment to both personal and professional growth.
Ian Gerber
Director and joint business owner of Metsure Finance, Mortgage Broker, Authorised Credit Representative
Email: ian@metsure.com.au
Ian is a lending specialist who is across all aspects of personal, residential and business lending. After 22 years working for NAB across south east Queensland, Ian moved into finance broking in 2007 to provide his clients a personal ‘relationship style’ service they deserve. Ian’s expertise and experience enables him to provide honest, reliable, accurate and professional advice. His country upbringing and genuine nature makes clients feel comfortable and enjoy doing business with him.
He is an experienced, fully qualified and accredited broker who goes ‘above and beyond’ for his clients. He has been giving trusted advice for many years, which has led to an impeccable reputation and respect amongst clients and piers.
Outside work, Ian is a keen gardener, avid traveller and dog lover.
Elliott McKean
Account Executive
Email: elliott@metsure.com.au
Elliott has been with Metsure for over 7 years. He is dedicated to providing clients with the best customer service and will always ensure clients receive the best possible outcomes, in the event of a claim.
Elliott is a keen bike rider and when he is not in the office, he will be riding around the coast, enjoying a coffee or two.
Fiona Carthew
Broker Assistant
Email: fiona@metsure.com.au
Fiona started her Insurance career not long out of school and for 15 years worked in city and country NSW in all lines of insurance from domestic, rural, small business, to corporate and marine insurance. She then left financial risk management to raise her family of now three children whilst keeping busy as physical and mental health carer and support worker.
Fiona is excited to return to the Insurance Industry with Metsure Insurance Brokers, bringing a caring approach and down to earth attitude. When not managing others financial risk, she is taking her own risks being an avid roller skater, adventurer and a keen photographer and musician.
Emma McKean
Trainee
Email: Emma@metsure.com.au
Emma has been working for Metsure for over 2 years and is currently completing her last semester at University studying a Bachelor of Commerce and majoring in Financial Planning and Human Resource Management.
Emma will do her graduate year at Metsure and is also completing a Certificate III in Insurance.
Emma is excited to be able to work with existing and future clients to offer a personalised and professional service.
In her spare time Emma enjoys spending time at local coffee shops and hanging out with friends with her pet dog Arlo at the beach..
Peggy Barratt
Broker Assistant
Email: peggy@metsure.com.au
Peggy has worked in the insurance industry for the past 30 years, starting at Elders in country NSW where she enjoyed dealing with the rural community, initially working on rural insurance products covering farms, crops and livestock.
Since then, Peggy has held positions in various insurance roles, working as an underwriter, agent, broker and for a loss adjusting company, managing various types of claims. Peggy’s varied work experience has given her a well-rounded, practical education in all lines of insurance (rural, crop insurance, commercial risks, domestic, motor) which gives her a unique perspective when dealing with Insurers. Peggy enjoys the challenging complexities of insurance, deciphering information into ‘plain english’ to help clients understand their policies better. Peggy has two teenage sons that keep her busy, enjoys performing locally as a solo vocalist, is an avid John Farnham fanatic, loves artistic roller skating, tennis and her fur-family of four (two indoor bunnies and two very spoiled dogs).