Empire Life Investments has appointed Ian Hardacre, MBA, CFA, as Senior Portfolio Manager, Canadian Equities. Hardacre will be responsible for managing the flagship Empire Life Dividend Growth GIF and the Empire Life Dividend Growth Mutual Fund.
"We are excited to have Ian join us as he brings over 20 years of investment expertise managing Canadian equities with a value-oriented philosophy and approach that aligns with ours," says Gaelen Morphet, CFA, Senior Vice-President and Chief Investment Officer of Empire Life Investments Inc. "The addition of Ian is testament to our commitment to managing tactical portfolios with a focus on downside protection."
Lieh Wang, CFA, has been appointed Senior Portfolio Manager, US Equities. Wang will be responsible for managing the Empire Life American Value GIF. Lieh joined the investment team in 2009 and has over 20 years of investment expertise.
"Lieh delivered exceptional performance during his tenure on the Dividend Growth mandates, which included managing the US and international components of the funds," says Morphet. "Lieh has worked closely with me over the last few months to manage the Empire Life American Value GIF, making him the natural lead manager for US equities. I am very pleased to recognise Lieh for his expertise in this area with this appointment."
"These appointments reinforce our commitment to the investment business and strengthen our investment team so we are well positioned to continue delivering strong, consistent performance for our customers," says Mark Sylvia, President and Chief Executive Officer of Empire Life.
