Nigel Branker

Senior executive in financial services and healthcare, actuary and transformational change agent, with over 25 years of business experience in Canada. Progressive thought leader and speaker on emerging social issues, including mental health, the future of work, and improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Expertise in strategic thinking and people-focused leadership, which has enabled rapid growth at scale, including through successful mergers and acquisitions, innovative campaigns, go-to-market strategies, unique product/brand launches, and leading high-performing teams.

Led Securian Canada's emergence as a leading Canadian insurance provider and progressive employer of choice, offering Canadians and their families insurance solutions tailored to everyday life that help build a secure future.

Prior to joining Securian Canada, held various management positions with Canadian and international companies specializing in pensions and employee benefits, leading several activities including pension consulting, employee benefits consulting, absence and disability management, workers' compensation, and security groups.

Member of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries and the Society of Actuaries. Bachelor of Science with honors in actuarial science and mathematics from the University of Western Ontario.