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Delivering Improved Lifetime Value for
co-operators

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Industry

Life Carrier

Challenge

With less than 120 days’ notice, Co-operators needed to replace a departing provider without disrupting a long-standing, high-value direct marketing program supporting 15 credit unions & hundreds of thousands of members.

Results

Co-operators transitioned to ManageMy with zero disruption, delivering six print & digital campaigns on schedule in 2025 and preserving continuity across teams, partners, and member communications.

Key Product

MyCustomer

"We didn’t have a lot of time. The program had been in place for a long time, and we knew we needed to keep it going. We rely on that continuity — not just for us, but for the credit unions and their members."

Paul Gobeil

VP, Individual Insurance & Wealth Management

"The migration was extremely smooth from my standpoint. We were able to continue what we were doing without any disruption — and that was the goal."

Paul Gobeil

VP, Individual & Wealth Management

"Our experience with ManageMy has been 100% positive. The service has been excellent, and we’re excited about what’s ahead!"

Paul Gobeil

VP, Individual Insurance & Wealth Management

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Co-operators Insurance

Co-operators, one of Canada’s leading multi-line insurance carriers, has long partnered with credit unions to offer insurance protection to their members. For over a decade, the organization has operated a direct marketing program offering accidental death coverage through a mix of paper mail & email outreach.

The Challenge

When their provider exited the market, Co-operators was faced with a major challenge: keep the program running without disruption — on a tight timeline. 

To ensure continuity, they turned to ManageMy and its MyCustomer solution, built specifically to help carriers plan, deliver, and optimize multi-channel marketing at scale. 

In August 2024, Co-operators learned that their provider would be exiting the North American market, with an effective date set for December. That left less than 120 days to find a new solution. 

The program had been running for over 10 years, with participation from 15 credit unions and hundreds of thousands of members.

Major campaigns (spring & fall) were executed annually, with 2025 projected to generate approximately 1,800 new policies and over $3,100,000 in lifetime premium. 

Internal teams needed to act fast, with minimal disruption to credit union partners, campaign workflows, or member communications.

Co-operators needed a new provider who could step in quickly, preserve institutional knowledge, and deliver both print & digital communications without skipping a beat. 

The Solution

To protect the program and ensure business continuity, Co-operators transitioned to MyCustomer, ManageMy’s multi-channel marketing solution built for carriers. 

The team worked closely with Co-operators to coordinate campaign execution and stabilize operations across both direct mail & digital channels.

Continuity of workflows — ManageMy’s deep expertise in insurance direct marketing – combined with their no-code, customizable platform – ensured program knowledge was retained and enhanced, with zero disruption to internal processes.

Integrated campaign execution — ManageMy supported both print & digital delivery, including personalized landing pages & opt-in email journeys, mirroring the existing experience for credit union members.

Insurance-aligned operations — ManageMy’s team brought data, market and compliance knowledge to manage segmentation, fulfillment, and campaign delivery at scale.

The Results

Through the MyCustomer solution, Co-operators successfully executed its spring & fall campaigns without interruption — maintaining trusted credit union relationships and delivering a consistent experience to members. 

Six campaigns delivered on schedule across print & digital in 2025. 

Zero service disruption during the 120-day transition window. 

Continuity preserved across teams, workflows, and member communications. 

Strong foundation for future growth and program modernization. 

Looking Ahead: From Continuity to Innovation

With the transition complete, Co-operators is now focused on modernizing and expanding the program to continue serving credit union members. ManageMy continues to support these efforts through strategic planning, technical capabilities, and flexible campaign orchestration. 

  • Digital modernization — upgrading the online application experience and enhanced payment options to improve conversion. 

  • Product expansion — exploring new insurance offerings (within regulatory guidelines) to keep messaging fresh and increase member engagement. 

  • Smarter segmentation — using data to target the right members at the right time, including underserved and younger demographics. 

  • Embedded distribution — bringing offers into natural touchpoints like credit union banking apps, digital portals, or in-branch conversations. 

By building on a foundation of stability, Co-operators is well-positioned to evolve its program and deepen its credit union relationships in the years ahead. 

Ready to ensure continuity & growth?