Securian Canada has announced the appointment of Martin Fortier as its chief financial officer (CFO). In his new role, Fortier will oversee the company’s finance and actuarial departments, leading efforts to support its strategic objectives in the Canadian insurance market.
“As Securian Canada evolves and scales, we’re thrilled to have Martin as our new chief financial officer,” said Nigel Branker, Securian Canada’s chief executive officer, in a news release. “His global knowledge and experience have added tremendous value to our business, and we anticipate continued strength and progress under his leadership in the CFO role.”
Fortier joined Securian Canada in August 2023 as senior vice president of actuarial, risk and product. With more than 30 years of experience in insurance and financial services, he has contributed to the organization’s strategic initiatives through a balanced, data-driven approach. He has also held board positions at the University of Business and Technology in Saudi Arabia, the Veblen Director Program, and Sun Life Management Holdings in Hong Kong.
“This is an exciting time for Securian Canada, and I’m delighted to have the opportunity to lead this critical function of the company,” said Fortier. “Combining actuarial and finance leadership will help ensure that all financial aspects of our business are aligned to drive sustainable and profitable growth. I look forward to strengthening our presence in the Canadian market alongside the best team in the industry.”
Fortier is a Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries and the Society of Actuaries. He holds a Diploma in Corporate Governance and earned a Bachelor of Actuarial Science from Université Laval.
Securian Canada has been serving Canadians for over 65 years, offering a range of insurance products designed to address financial needs. The company operates with local expertise while being part of Securian Financial, its US-based parent organization.
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