Greg Thompson has been named the managing director of consultant relations at Manulife Asset Management.

Based in the Montreal office, Thompson will be a resource for investment consultants throughout Canada. He will report to Brian Torrisi, senior managing director and global head of consultant relations.

“Greg brings a background in investment consulting, as well as direct experience in a consulting relations role,” says Torrisi.

Thompson joins Manulife Asset Management from Pyramis Global Advisors, where he was most recently a director of consultant relations. He was in charge of developing relationships with Canadian investment consultants and analysts.