Tracy Garrad takes up CEO role at Aviva Canada

As of 16 October

Jaskeet Briah
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Aviva has appointed former AXA Health chief Tracy Garrad as the new chief executive of its Canadian business, effective 16 October.

Garrad will take over from Jason Storah who has been named chief executive of Aviva's UK and Ireland general insurance business, following Adam Winslow's departure to Direct Line group. Garrad has held a number of senior roles in the financial services, insurance and healthcare services, most recently as chief executive of AXA Health. Garrad stepped down from the role at the end of March to pursue her career outside of the organisation. Previously, she was chief executive of HSBC's Channel Islands and Isle of Man business, and was also chief executive of First Direct Bank. Garrad is a...

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