Who We Are

Mark Denholm, BA, Hons

Benefits Consultant, Partner

Since MMGC’s inception, Mark has been instrumental in our passion for helping Atlantic Canadian businesses design benefit and pension solutions that truly make a difference for their employees.

Originally from Edinburgh, Scotland, Mark earned his Honours Degree in Financial Services (…he’s not too bad of a golfer) gaining valuable experience through internships with Scottish Equitable and Standard Life. That early foundation set the stage for a career built on expertise, trust, and a genuine desire to create long-term value for his clients.

As an Employee Benefit Specialist and Partner at MMGC, Mark brings both knowledge and insight to every client relationship. He sits on advisory councils with major insurance carriers, ensuring his advice is always informed, balanced, and objective.

When he’s not helping clients plan for the future, you’ll find Mark at home in Truro with his wife Meghan and their two boys, Rory and Finley — likely cheering them on at the ski hill, baseball diamond or enjoying a round of golf.

Garfield I. Moffatt CFP, CLU

Benefits Consultant, Partner

“Gar” is an investment funds advisor with Assante Financial Management Ltd. He joined the financial planning community over 16 years ago and has specialised in areas including corporate insurance, retirement income planning, and income replacement planning. Through participation in industry associations like The Financial Advisors Association of Canada (ADVOCIS) and the Assante President’s Advisory Council, he strives to learn and apply lessons from industry leaders across the country.

Patty McDonald

Benefits Consultant, Partner

Patty brings over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry to MacLellan & Moffatt Group Consultants (MMGC). Before joining MMGC in 2013, she spent five years with a major national insurance company and 15 years with a regional independent benefits consulting firm.

Patty grew up on the beautiful South Shore in Milton, Nova Scotia where family traditions and community were the core of her daily life. It was a proud moment for her when MMGC invited her to be a Partner in 2017 and even prouder because we are a family locally owned and operated business. “Our values, care for clients and our community run deep.”

With an emphasis on client service, Patty is dedicated to adding value to clients by establishing long-lasting relationships and working as a team with clients to make sure they fully understand their benefits offering and pricing at renewal.

Outside of the office, Patty lives in Seabright, Nova Scotia with her partner Jeff and her feline son Tommy Hunter. Patty enjoys the beauty of the outdoors, the ocean and has recently started Yoga which she thoroughly enjoys.  Patty plays an active role in her community as a volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters. In the past 25 years, she has been an In-School Mentor, Big Sister, past Co-Chair of Bowls for Kids and currently Co-Chairs Golf for Kids.

Angela Smith, BBA

Senior Benefits Coordinator

Angela has been with the MacLellan & Moffatt Group of Companies, in various positions, for more than 25 years! Angela obtained her BBA from MSVU in the late 90’s and immediately after started her career in Truro. She furthered her education by becoming both life and mutual fund licensed and for many years, provided a high level of support to the investment and insurance arm of MMFI.

Her transition into the group consulting side of the business occurred in 2012 when she began assisting with the client reporting, renewal preparation, new contracting and has grown now to include a block of business of her own. Angela also dabbled into the health and travel insurance sales sector for MMHI for a few years as well. Her experience, dedication and work ethic make her an important part of the MMGC Team.

Alongside her husband Anthony, and adding to her accomplishments over the years, they birthed and raised a family of 3 boys, helping them to grow into the young men they are very proud of. She and Anthony will always have their “fur-babies” to adore, and they now look forward to the day that comes when they can become grandparents.

Angela has a strong sense of community and continues to volunteer and offer help where she can.   Her hobbies include card making and scrapbooking to help highlight and preserve precious family memories and milestones.

Christine Lardner

Group Benefits Coordinator

Previously a Sales and Service Coordinator at Benefits Experts, Christine brings over 30 years of client service and sales experience and six years of insurance industry experience to MMGC. A Nova Scotia native, Christine lives in Dartmouth with her husband Mark. She loves to spend time with her family and feels fortunate to have her two children and grandchildren living nearby.

Connor Morrison, CEBS

Benefits & Retirement Consultant

Connor joined MMGC in 2018, shortly after attending Acadia University. Starting in an administrative role, he built a strong foundation in the intricacies of group benefits administration. Connor quickly transitioned to an advising role after obtaining his LLQP, allowing him to begin advising clients and developing his own block of business within the firm.

Committed to continuous learning, Connor went on to earn the Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation through the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. This education, paired with hands-on experience, has shaped him into the service-focused advisor he is today—recognized for his attention to detail, dedication, and unwavering commitment to client needs.

An avid golfer, Connor is also active in the community and recently joined the Golf4Kids’ Sake committee with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada.

After spending four years in our Truro office, Connor met his now-wife, Alicia, and has since transitioned to our Halifax office, where he continues to be a valued member of the MMGC team.

Christine Tanner

Group Benefits Coordinator

Christine brings her knowledge of plan administration and customer service working in human resources for over 30 years before joining MMGC. She has worked with many insurance providers during that time which helped her gain valuable working knowledge of group renewals, invoice reconciliation, initial employee enrollments and plan setup.

As a graduate of Saint Mary’s University with a Certificate in Human Resource Management. Christine prides herself on her work ethic, confidentiality, and passion to help others. Christine is a valuable member of our benefits coordinator team!

Christine now resides in Dartmouth with her husband John, and her Shih-tzu Lucy.

Barry Bransfield

Benefits & Retirement Advisor

Barry joined MMGC is February of 2022, bringing with him 3 decades of experience in the Pension and Benefits industry.  During his most recent 23 year stint with a major life insurance carrier, Barry was responsible for developing and maintaining the retirement practice for Atlantic Canada, and will be using those skills to manage and develop the pension practice at MMGC.

Barry is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University with a Bachelor of Business Administration and holds his Life Insurance License as well as has successfully completed the Canadian Investment Funds Course through the Investment Funds Institute of Canada (IFIC).

Brittany Stewart

Group Benefits Coordinator

Brittany is a graduate of NSCC, with a diploma in Office Administration. She joined MMGC in 2023, bringing years of experience in the customer service industry with her. She has grown to be a valuable part of the MMGC team and has built relationships with many of our clients. We can depend on her strong customer service and administrative skills. She is also currently working towards her LLQP licensing.

Outside of the office Brittany enjoys family time with her husband Arnold and their two sons, Kaden & Bryson. In the winter months she can be found at the rink cheering on her young hockey players or helping with managing their teams. In the summer, she is likely to be found at the campground or traveling on the ATV’s. Brittany is also very active in the community volunteering with many organizations such as the Ladies Auxiliary in Bible Hill, helping Bible Hill Fire & Emergencies with various events, and even most recently with the Nova Scotia Stampede.

Penny Decker

Group Benefits Coordinator

Penny also joined MMGC the beginning of 2025. She graduated from her local community college and continued her education at Mount Saint Vincent University. Her Group Benefits role began 15 years ago and since this time, her expertise has grown by working as a Plan Sponsor, Group Retirement role, Service Representative with Sun Life and as a Group Analyst. The ever-changing atmosphere and working with people and clients directly are what she enjoys the most. Her and her husband Mark, raised a boy and a girl and they have 2 beautiful granddaughters. During the summer months, she enjoys spending her time at her seasonal camper, volunteering at the campground and during off season she spends her time crafting, refurbishing used items bringing new life to them.

Grayson Ingraham

Group Consultant

Grayson joined MMGC in January 2025, bringing over 20 years experience in the Life Insurance and Employee Benefits industry, working with businesses across Atlantic Canada. He enjoys working closely with clients to help address issues and keep plans running smoothly.

Grayson comes from an active hockey background as a coach, instructor and player and uses his values of teamwork and comradery in his role as an advisor. While quick to point out that was born and raised in Cape Breton, Grayson now resides in Timberlea NS with his wife Julene and is the proud dad and step-dad to Ty, Rogan, Cohen and Elena.