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Manulife USA names Bruce R. Speca Executive Vice President, Investment Management Services Boston – Manulife USA is pleased to announce the appointment of Bruce R. Speca as its Executive Vice President, Investment Management Services. Manulife USA offers investments in a broad range of asset classes and styles managed by top firms in their respective categories. In this new role, Mr. Speca will lead investment analysis oversight and strategic marketing and develop investment strategies for all of Manulife USA’s business units. Mr. Speca will oversee the selection, management and monitoring of all investment platform portfolios, as well as monitoring the on-going research and development of investment market trends. Additionally, Mr. Speca will act as the resident expert in investment management and work with management, wholesalers and brokers to educate Manulife USA’s distributors about investment platforms and strategies. Prior to joining Manulife, Mr. Speca was responsible for product development, marketing promotion and public relations in his role as Senior Managing Director for Pioneer Investment Management. Previously, he held positions as President of a mutual fund start-up and President and CEO of the New England Funds (now Nvest Funds) where he worked for over 15 years. Mr. Speca received his MBA from the University of Chicago and his BS in Marketing from Boston College. “Bruce’s extensive experience in investment management and strategy and his comprehensive knowledge of marketing and distribution provide the ideal combination of skills and expertise to lead our Investment Management Services division,” said John D. DesPrez III, Chairman & President, Manulife USA. “With his background in all aspects of the investment arena, Bruce will be looked upon as a great resource and a valued member of Manulife USA’s management team.” About Manulife The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) (Manulife USA) is committed to offering the highest quality life insurance, pension, and individual wealth management products to its clients. Its family of products has been built around a powerful combination of investment options chosen with the goal of providing attractive risk-adjusted returns and broad diversification across asset classes, investment styles, and asset managers. With its extensive product lines, competitive underwriting, excellent ratings, and quality customer service, Manulife USA is dedicated to providing quality products designed to help create and preserve wealth for its clients. Manulife Financial is a leading Canadian-based financial services group operating in 15 countries and territories worldwide. Through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners, Manulife Financial offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services. Funds under management by Manulife Financial were US$96.4 billion (Cdn$141.6 billion) as at March 31, 2003. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as ‘MFC’ on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under ‘0945’ on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at www.manulife.com. -30- Media Contact: Wendy W. Smith U.S. Communications 617-854-4348 wendy_smith@manulife.com |
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