Manulife Financial Corporation and The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company have announced the election of Richard B. DeWolfe as chairman of the board, effective immediately. Mr. DeWolfe joined Manulife's board in 2004 and has served as vice chair since December 1, 2012.
Gail Cook-Bennett, the prior chair, retired from the board, having reached the board retirement age.
Mr. DeWolfe said of Ms. Cook-Bennett, “Gail has a long history with Manulife and became chair of the board at one of the most critical times in the company's history. Her contributions and leadership are significant; she will be missed.”
Manulife also announced the new appointments of Sheila Fraser as chair of the audit committee and Robert J. Harding as chair of the corporate governance and nominating committee, as well as the re-appointments of John R. V. Palmer as chair of the risk committee and John M. Cassaday as chair of the management resources and compensation committee.
Victoria Spears
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