Great-West Lifeco announces appointment of Chief Investment Officer

Great-West Lifeco announced the appointment of John Melvin as Chief Investment Officer, effective October 1, 2025.

John brings over 30 years of investment experience, including as a Chief Investment Officer with a large North American financial institution, and with more than 20 years focused on insurance asset management. In this new role, John will focus on enhancing investment capabilities, optimizing the portfolio, and identifying new opportunities to drive sustainable growth.

“I’m thrilled to welcome John to our leadership team. His extensive experience and proven track record in investment management make him the ideal candidate to lead our global investment strategy. I look forward to the role John will have in driving our continued growth and success.” – David Harney, President and CEO of Great-West Lifeco.

Throughout his career, John has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of the investment landscape. He’s been instrumental in developing and executing strategies that have delivered strong performance and growth.

“I am honoured to join Great-West Lifeco and lead Great-West’s global investment business. I look forward to working with the talented team at Lifeco to build on the company’s strong foundation and deliver exceptional value to our clients and shareholders.” – John Melvin, Chief Investment Officer of Great-West Lifeco.