Manulife Appoints Phil Witherington As President and CEO, Successor To Roy Gori

Nov 18, 2024•9 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Manulife Financial Corporation

Phil Witherington

Kwun TongInsuranceFinanceFinancial Services

Description

Manulife Financial Corporation's Board announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Roy Gori will retire effective May 8, 2025, and Phil Witherington will succeed him as President and CEO, joining the Board of Directors at that time. To support the transition, Roy Gori will continue as an Advisor through August 31, 2025.

Company Information

Company

Manulife Financial Corporation

Location

Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

About

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. With global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, the company provides financial advice and insurance, operating as Manulife across Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States.

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