Canada Life appoints head of digital transformation

Canada Life UK has announced the appointment of Katy Johnston to a newly created role as head of digital transformation.

She joins from Aviva where she held a number of transformation leadership roles across both savings and retirement as well as general insurance.

Johnston will support the firm’s plans to consolidate its position in core markets while also providing a framework where it can more easily build out into new markets.
 
She has a track record of delivering large scale digital and operational transformation projects, as well as experience in delivering a better digital experience for customers.

“It’s a pleasure to join the team in this new role today showing the importance the business is placing on delivering at pace and to help take forward ambitious transformation plans, securing Canada Life’s position as a market leader and innovator,” Johnston said.
 
Chief operating officer at Canada Life, Caroline Dibbs, added: “Katy is joining at such an exciting time for Canada Life and I’m so happy to welcome her to the team. Her knowledge and experience of leading large-scale, complex transformation projects means she is well placed to hit the ground running as we deliver against our strategic priorities.”

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