John Hancock

John Hancock Convenes Global Leaders in Longevity Innovation in Boston, Joined by Mayor Wu

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Hosts its First-Ever Symposium Reaffirming Commitment to Helping People Live Longer, Healthier, Better Lives

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  • Hosts its First-Ever Symposium Reaffirming Commitment to Helping People Live Longer, Healthier, Better Lives
    BOSTON, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, John Hancock , a unit of Toronto-based Manulife, is hosting its first-ever Longevity Symposium in Boston, joined by Mayor Michelle Wu.
  • It's time we work together to win the battle on deteriorating health," said Brooks Tingle, President and CEO of John Hancock.
  • "We're proud to host this event in Boston — an epicenter for longevity innovation across science, health and wellness, technology, finance, policy.
  • Since 2015, John Hancock has offered customers access to its industry-leading John Hancock Vitality Program, which motivates and rewards customers for the small, everyday things they do to stay healthy or improve their health.

Capitol Securities Welcomes Daniel S. Zaruba, AAMS, to our firm

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Friday, August 25, 2023

GLEN ALLEN, Va., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capitol Securities Management, Inc. is pleased to welcome Daniel S. Zaruba to our firm.

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  • GLEN ALLEN, Va., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capitol Securities Management, Inc. is pleased to welcome Daniel S. Zaruba to our firm.
  • Dan began his career as a Financial Advisor at John Hancock in 1985.
  • Capitol Securities Welcomes Daniel S. Zaruba, AAMS, to our firm
    Dan is currently licensed in seven states and holds a Series 6, 7, 63, 65, 66, Life and Health License.
  • Dan is a graduate of the College of William and Mary with a BS in Geology, Class of 1984.

John Hancock Announces 2023 MLK Scholars Program, Invests Another $1 Million in Summer Jobs, Financial Education for Boston Youth

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Monday, July 10, 2023

BOSTON, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, John Hancock, a unit of Toronto-based Manulife (TSX: MFC), announces the start of its annual MLK Scholars Program, which provides summer jobs, financial education, and professional development opportunities to Boston youth.

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  • BOSTON, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, John Hancock, a unit of Toronto-based Manulife (TSX: MFC), announces the start of its annual MLK Scholars Program, which provides summer jobs, financial education, and professional development opportunities to Boston youth.
  • This summer, in partnership with the City of Boston, John Hancock is sponsoring the employment of hundreds of Boston teens at John Hancock and 30 other local non-profit and corporate worksites across the city.
  • "We hope that community partners will continue to join us in prioritizing youth employment and financial education across Boston."
  • The event at John Hancock's Boston headquarters will be open to this year's MLK Scholars as well as summer interns from financial services companies participating in the Boston PIC's summer jobs program.

John Hancock Retirement launches dynamic default investment feature to help participants address more complex financial needs and prepare for retirement

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

BOSTON, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Retirement has launched a dynamic investment feature available to new clients converting from an existing plan to better help their participants address more complex financial needs and prepare for retirement.

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  • BOSTON, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Retirement has launched a dynamic investment feature available to new clients converting from an existing plan to better help their participants address more complex financial needs and prepare for retirement.
  • With John Hancock Retirement's dynamic retirement strategy, participants over an age set by the plan sponsor will be transitioned automatically from the TDF to the John Hancock Personalized Retirement Advice (Retirement Advice) managed account program, which uses Morningstar Investment Management LLC's advice methodology.
  • "Managed account programs, such as Retirement Advice, are designed to provide customization and adapt to a participant's evolving financial needs and goals," said Wayne Park, CEO, John Hancock Retirement.
  • Participation in John Hancock Personalized Retirement Advice (Retirement Advice) does not guarantee investment success.

Ceres Partners Announces Rick Bodio as Managing Director, Private Equity Investments

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Ceres Partners announced today the appointment of Rick Bodio, a veteran portfolio manager and expert in food and agribusiness investments, to Managing Director, Private Equity Investments.

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  • Ceres Partners announced today the appointment of Rick Bodio, a veteran portfolio manager and expert in food and agribusiness investments, to Managing Director, Private Equity Investments.
  • Bodio will accelerate the build out of the firm’s specialized private equity strategy in food and agriculture investments.
  • “Ceres Partners’ strong track record and vision for the future of agriculture aligns with my views on the best opportunities in the sector,” said Rick Bodio.
  • “Ceres Partners is well-recognized for its sector-leading focus and knowledge,” said Ceres Partners Advisory Committee Member Bennett Goodman.

James Boyle Elected to Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

Insurance industry leader James R. Boyle, who has served as President and CEO of both Foresters Financial and John Hancock, has been elected to the Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors, Chairman and CEO James Blackledge announced.

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  • Insurance industry leader James R. Boyle, who has served as President and CEO of both Foresters Financial and John Hancock, has been elected to the Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors, Chairman and CEO James Blackledge announced.
  • Prior to leading Foresters Financial, Boyle was President and CEO of John Hancock, the U.S. subsidiary of Manulife Financial.
  • Jim Boyle brings a wealth of experience in insurance and financial services, strategic leadership, risk management and operational excellence that will add a valuable dimension to the Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors, Blackledge said.
  • As a mutual company, Mutual of Omaha is owned by its policyholders and committed to providing outstanding service to its customers.

NFP Appoints Mike James Chief Sales Officer

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement advisor, announced today that it has appointed Mike James as chief sales officer. James will be responsible for providing high-level strategic direction to drive the entire NFP sales organization and continue to serve in a leadership role across the company's life business. James, whose tenure with the company spans more than 16 years, will collaborate across the company with regional, platform, sales leaders and producers to align NFP's sales strategy and execution and elevate results.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP , a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement advisor, announced today that it has appointed Mike James as chief sales officer.
  • James will be responsible for providing high-level strategic direction to drive the entire NFP sales organization and continue to serve in a leadership role across the company's life business.
  • James, whose tenure with the company spans more than 16 years, will collaborate across the company with regional, platform, sales leaders and producers to align NFP's sales strategy and execution and elevate results.
  • "The chief sales officer role is critical to the next phase of NFP's growth," said Doug Hammond, chairman and CEO, NFP.

Finseca continues collaboration with NAIC's efforts to increase diversity in marketing, distribution, and access to life insurance products to better promote Financial Security for All

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

"Having access to a financial security professional that provides holistic financial planning plays a critical role as one of the primary avenues for American families to obtain financial security," said Marc Cadin, CEO of Finseca.

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  • "Having access to a financial security professional that provides holistic financial planning plays a critical role as one of the primary avenues for American families to obtain financial security," said Marc Cadin, CEO of Finseca.
  • "Finseca is inspiring young people with attractive paths to the financial security profession and stories of the value our industry provides.
  • Finseca will continue to take steps to bring more people together in support of advancing the cause of Financial Security for All.
  • Finseca represents the men and women of the financial security profession who dedicate themselves to delivering financial security to their clients every day.

Venerable and Manulife Expand Partnership with New York Reinsurance Transaction

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Monday, October 3, 2022

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venerable Holdings, Inc. ("Venerable"), the leader in providing innovative risk transfer solutions to variable annuity issuers, is pleased to announce the completion of a reinsurance transaction with Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE: MFC) ("Manulife").

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  • WEST CHESTER, Pa., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venerable Holdings, Inc. ("Venerable"), the leader in providing innovative risk transfer solutions to variable annuity issuers, is pleased to announce the completion of a reinsurance transaction with Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE: MFC) ("Manulife").
  • The transaction involves the reinsurance of a block of New York variable annuity business from Manulife's subsidiary John Hancock Life Insurance Company of New York ("John Hancock") and complements the reinsurance transaction that closed between the two parties earlier this year.
  • "We are very pleased to partner with Manulife on this latest transaction and highly value the relationship between the two organizations," said David Marcinek, Chairman of Venerable.
  • Sidley Austin LLP is serving as legal counsel to Venerable in connection with this transaction.

NBA Champion Dwight Howard Launches Jayde Life Investment Group

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

ATLANTA, Aug. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NBA Champion Dwight Howard launches Jayde Life Investment Group, a life insurance firm located in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, Georgia.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NBA Champion Dwight Howard launches Jayde Life Investment Group, a life insurance firm located in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, Georgia.
  • "Jayde Life has positioned itself as the go-to agency for financial education and tax-free investment strategies," states Kim M. Braud, Jayde Life Managing Partner.
  • Jayde Life Investment Group is a life insurance firm founded by NBA Champion Dwight Howard.
  • Jayde Life Investment Group is a privately owned company.