Centuria appoints new head
Centuria Capital Group has announced the appointment of Michael Blake as its new head of Centuria Life, following the resignation of general manager, Neil Rogan who will return to “the traditional financial services market”.
At the same time, the company announced that, as a part of the transition process, it would be recruiting a new national sales manager in order to increase its distribution capacity.
Blake, who joined the firm in 2016 as head of sales and marketing, has 30 years of experience in funds management and financial services, having previously worked for Cromwell Funds Management, HSBC Asset Management, Zurich and Mercantile Mutual.
According to Centuria’s chief executive, John McBain, these initiatives would increase market access to both property and investment bond products.
“Neil Rogan has decided to return to the traditional financial services market after a successful 3.5 years in the role,” he said.
“We are fortunate to have a strong in-house candidate in Michael Blake, whose appointment will ensure a seamless transition for the business.
“As part of this transition Centuria intends appointing a national sales manager and we are reviewing proposals to further strengthen our distribution capacity.”
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Oksana Patron
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