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Founder Profile

J.B. Carlile

Last reviewed: December 2024 · By Swet Parvadiya

Who is J.B. Carlile?

J.B. Carlile is a founder of Manulife, which was founded in 1887 with Sir John A. Macdonald, Sir Alexander Campbell and Sir Mackenzie Bowell.

Company founded
Manulife
Founded
1887
Co-founders
Sir John A. Macdonald, Sir Alexander Campbell and Sir Mackenzie Bowell

Founding Story

J.B. Carlile was an experienced British insurance executive who drafted Manulife's initial parliamentary charter and organized its underwriting operations across Ontario.

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