Appointments

Toronto CFA Society names new board members

Toronto CFA Society has announced four new members to its board of directors following last week’s election meeting. “This year Toronto CFA Society celebrates 75 years of commitment to high ethical standards and a dedication to volunteerism in the financial community,” said Frederick M. Pinto, MBA, CFA, Toronto CFA Society board president. The new members […]

By Staff |July 6, 2011

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Desjardins Financial Security names new COO

Desjardins Financial Security has announced the appointment of Denis Berthiaume to the position of chief operating officer. He succeeds Richard Fortier in this role, following Fortier’s announced retirement. “Under Mr. Fortier’s leadership, DFS has become a key player in the life and health insurance industry, not only in Québec, but also across Canada, where our […]

By Staff |July 5, 2011

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New McLean Budden VP to focus on risk

Investment firm McLean Budden has named Jean-Philippe Giguère to the post of vice-president, a role in which he will help institutional clients manage risk and maintain the financial integrity of their pension plans. “The inherent volatility of global capital markets has made strategies for managing risk a top priority for pension plan sponsors,” said Roger […]

By Staff |July 5, 2011

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Stewart retiring, Sun Life appoints new CEO

The board of directors of Sun Life Financial today announced that Donald A. Stewart, chief executive officer, will retire on November 30, 2011. Stewart will also retire from the Sun Life board in accordance with company policy. Dean A. Connor, chief operating officer, has been appointed president and a member of the board of directors. […]

By Staff |July 4, 2011

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