Our Leadership Team

As Chief Executive Officer of People Corporation, Brevan is responsible for providing leadership and overall strategic direction to our corporation and its subsidiaries. He oversees the company’s operations, policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives set out by the Board of Directors. 

Experience

As a co-founder of the company, Brevan has been with People Corporation since its inception in 2005, playing a critical and influential role in the strategic and operational growth of the organization. Brevan has held a variety of essential roles: leading acquisitions prior to the company creating a corporate development function, leading the finance function when the company was taken public, running various back office and client services functions, and ultimately leading the Administration, Consulting, Brokerage, and Shared Services business units which culminated in his appointment to President and then President & Chief Executive Officer. Throughout this time, Brevan has furthered his commitment to the company’s mission of helping clients recruit, retain, reward, engage, and care for their employees and plan members. Before joining People Corporation, Brevan held corporate development, finance, and project management roles at CanWest Global Communications and prior to that, at Band-X Ltd., which provided him significant international financial and accounting experience.

Education and designations

• Bachelor of Science, Oxford Brookes University
• Bachelor of Business Science, University of Cape Town
• ACCA
• CPA
• CFA Level 1

As a member of our executive management team, Adam leads the organization’s Student and Benefit Solutions Strategic Business Unit as well as our Acquisition Integration Group. Adam oversees the creation and implementation of innovative and dynamic solutions tailored to the unique needs of our multi-employer clients and their members as well as post-secondary students throughout their education and beyond. He also supports the onboarding of newly acquired partner firms ensuring a positive vendor experience and an effective integration process.

Experience

Adam brings 20+ years of progressive and diverse experience with operations and risk management within the financial services industry as well as structuring, negotiating, and executing complex corporate and commercial transactions. Prior to this role, Adam held the position of Chief Corporate & Legal Officer at People Corporation where he led the organization’s corporate functions including, acquisition due diligence and operational integration across the organization, as well as the company’s legal affairs and enterprise risk management functions. Before joining us, Adam held various positions at Street Capital Bank of Canada, including COO, where he led the process of converting the predecessor entity into a Canadian Schedule I bank.

Education and designations

• Bachelor of Arts, University of British Columbia
• MA, Political Science, University of Toronto
• Bachelor of Laws, Osgoode Hall Law School
• A member of the Massachusetts Bar and called to the Ontario Bar

In his role as President, Group Solutions, Marcelo oversees the development and implementation of solutions designed to optimize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of plan members. His focus includes the continual professional growth of our teams, empowering them to best serve clients across all industry sectors and verticals nationwide.

Experience

Marcelo brings 20+ years of progressive and diverse experience driving organizational transformations that delivered sustainable results by creating a culture of engagement and fact-based decision making. Prior to this role, Marcelo held the position of Chief Client Officer at People Corporation where he held accountability for national strategy and execution of all aspects of organic growth. Before joining us, Marcelo worked with Allstate Insurance where his most recent role was Chief Customer Officer.

Education and designations

• Degree in Economics, University of Tucuman, Argentina
• MBA, IAE Austral University, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• CPA and CMA, Ontario, Canada

Focused on strategic growth opportunities in existing and new business segments, Paul directs our corporate development group.

Paul leads the corporate development function and is responsible for overseeing all initiatives and activities aimed at the origination and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and investments aligned with the company’s overall strategic growth plan.

Experience

Paul has 25 years of corporate development-related experience. Immediately prior to joining People Corporation, Paul was Senior Managing Director in Deloitte LLP’s corporate finance business based in Winnipeg where his primary focus was mergers and acquisitions, financing, and board advisory mandates. In addition, Paul has over 14 years’ experience in the Canadian investment banking sector in progressively senior roles, focused on advising clients on their mergers and acquisitions and public market financing options.

Education and designations

• Master of Business Administration, Richard Ivey School of Business
• Bachelor of Commerce, University of Manitoba

As Chief Operating Officer, Manny plays an instrumental role supporting the organization in the execution of our vision and strategy. He has overall responsibility for operations including client experience, technology, and innovation.

Experience

Manny brings experience in business development and transformation in a diverse range of sectors. Before he joined People Corporation, Manny held the role of President and Chief Executive Officer of Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Corporation, where he led the executive team to deliver on all financial, social, and employee metrics related to running the $1.5B business. Prior to that he spent 26 years at StandardAero where he was responsible for multiple businesses with full P&L accountability across multiple sectors with the last one being the Helicopters Sector. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Asper School of Business - The Associates.

Education and designations

• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), University of Manitoba

As Chief Financial Officer, Mitch plays a key role in guiding the company’s future. He leads the financial activities of the organization, ensuring the delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting to enable effective decision making. In addition, Mitch is responsible for recommending and implementing appropriate capital strategies to support the company’s long-term objectives.

Experience

Mitch is a seasoned strategic finance executive with over 25 years of experience, primarily in private equity-backed, technology-enabled services businesses. Before joining us, he served as CFO of Banyan Software, where he led the finance function through significant inorganic and organic growth, as well as multiple capital raises. Previously, Mitch was Vice President, Corporate Development, at Livingston International, overseeing M&A/divestitures, strategic planning, and optimization initiatives. Earlier in his career, he held roles in FP&A, strategy, private equity, and investment banking. Mitch enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues and boards to drive shareholder value. He currently serves on a not-for-profit board.

Education and designations

• MBA, with Honors, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
• Bachelor of Arts, with Distinction, Scholar’s Electives Program, University of Western Ontario
• Institute of Corporate Directors, ICD.D

As Chief Growth Officer, Jennifer oversees the planning, development, and execution of our growth enablement and marketing initiatives. She directs the implementation of strategic plans that align with our long-term vision and culture of innovation and agility ensuring we can continue to meet our clients’ evolving needs. 

Experience

Jennifer is a proven sales and marketing executive with an entrepreneurial mindset. She has vast knowledge in the group insurance space with expertise both in the life and health, and retirement and investments channels, along with a proven ability to develop and implement distribution strategies. With People Corporation since 2017 Jennifer has held several roles with growing responsibilities. Prior to this appointment, Jennifer held the position of SVP, Distribution Enablement where she led strategy and program development for our sales operations team. 

Education and designations

• CEBS, International Foundation for Education, Benefits & Compensation
• BA Political Science, University of Alberta

As Chief Information Officer, Stevan is responsible for developing and executing the organization’s IT strategy, ensuring we have the tools needed to serve our clients and partners effectively. He ensures that People Corporation remains resilient and efficient in its technology landscape, focusing on future-proofing systems and ensuring compatibility with emerging advancements.

Experience

Stevan is a strategic technology leader with over 20 years of experience in senior leadership roles at prominent organizations, including Deloitte, BMO, Sun Life, and Manulife. Throughout his career, he’s led technology strategies and operational support for critical infrastructure and security services. His expertise has been instrumental in transforming companies into digital leaders, equipping them with the tools and technologies necessary to serve both customers and employees effectively.

Education and designations

• MBA, University of British Columbia
• BA (Hons), Mount Allison University, Sackville, New Brunswick
   

As Chief Legal Officer, Susan provides guidance of our company's legal affairs, advising on legal matters, supporting transactional, investment, and operational activities, managing legal risk, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.  

Experience

Susan is a seasoned legal executive with extensive and valuable experience leading global teams for TSX-listed companies in the technology, professional services, and health care and well-being sectors. Before joining us, Susan was the Chief Legal Officer at TELUS Health where she had regulatory oversight for their suite of health solutions. Prior to that she held the role of General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, at Morneau Shepell/LifeWorks where she was accountable for a global team and managed legal, risk, privacy, corporate communications, internal audit, compliance, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility functions, and supported M&A activities. Prior to that, she was an associate at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP, where she advised clients on corporate and commercial agreements and transactions.  

Education and designations

• Certified In-House Counsel (CIC.C), University of Toronto – Rotman School of Management
• LLB, Law, University of New Brunswick
• BSc, Biochemistry, Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador

As Chief People Officer, Beth oversees our organization's human resources and talent functions, focusing on employee success and fulfillment, and building and maintaining a positive employee culture.

Experience

Beth joined us in 2021 and is passionate about her role. She has over 35 years’ experience that includes an extensive background focused on establishing, implementing, and enhancing strategic people solutions with national and international organizations. Prior to joining People Corporation, she held the role of VP of HR at The North West Company. Prior to that she was the Group HR Director at Monsoon Accessorize, a worldwide fashion retailer with over 1000 locations. 

Education and designations

• Bachelor of Arts with Honours, Business Studies, Birmingham City University, Birmingham, England
• Post Graduate Diploma, Personnel Management, University of Westminster, England
• CPHR Manitoba
• SHRM Senior Certified Professional - USA
• Fellow CIPD - UK