Doug Conick has been named president and CEO of Manulife Bank of Canada, to lead the bank’s future growth, the company announced on Thursday.

Conick succeeds J. Roman Fedchyshyn, who recently retired.

Conick joined Manulife Financial in 1998 and has played a number of increasingly senior roles since that time. He acted as vice president of investment fund products for the Canadian individual wealth management business, and he has spent time in Asia as vice president and financial controller of Manulife’s Japan division.

Since 2008, he has been vice-president of sales, marketing and product development at Manulife Bank.

“Throughout his career in Wealth Management, I have been impressed with Doug’s strong leadership skills and ability to identify strategic opportunities that move the business forward with our advisors and clients,” said Roy Firth, executive vice president, individual wealth management, Manulife Financial. “I am confident in Doug’s ability to continue growing Manulife Bank well into the future, and I look forward to working with him in this capacity.”

Conick will continue building the advisor-based banking services organization, which helps clients integrate banking solutions into their overall financial plan.

“Now, more than ever, Canadians need trusted financial advice and banking solutions that allow them to better manage the debt side of their balance sheets, improve their cash-flow, and make their savings work harder for them,” said Conick. “Remaining focused on service, product innovation and strengthening Manulife Bank’s brand will help more advisors incorporate banking into their financial plans and grow their businesses.”

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