As a long-time advocate of independent financial advice, Richard is passionate about supporting advisors (and their teams) as they deliver the best possible client experience. With more than 28 years of industry experience, Richard serves as the President and CEO of Manulife Securities and plays a key role in driving the formation and implementation of their new Canadian Advice model.

Prior to joining Manulife Securities in 2021, Richard served as COO at Dundee Corporation. He was also EVP, Dundee Wealth Financial Advisory, as well as Managing Director & Head of Scotia Private Client Group. During his career, Richard has had the privilege of leading several wealth management businesses and has worked with independent financial advisors in Canada and the UK for over 25 years.

Richard has a Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Physics with Management Studies, Edinburgh, Napier University (1992). Post Graduate Diploma with Distinction, Administrative and Information Management, Edinburgh Napier University (1994).

Richard and his wife, Wendy, have two sons and a dog called Buddy Danger … yes “Danger” is his middle name!