Executive Vice-President, Chief Strategy and Impact Officer

Donna Carbell leads Equitable’s strategic initiatives and aspirations, supporting the organization’s purpose of being fully driven by client outcomes in a way that’s simple, safe and rewarding for all of Equitable’s clients.

With more than 25 years of experience in financial services, Donna joined Equitable in 2021 leading the Individual Insurance Division.  Her responsibilities were expanded to include leadership for the Impact Teams – including our Brand refresh, in 2023.  Prior to that,  she held progressively senior roles at Manulife, including Head of Group Benefits, SVP, Customer Experience Operations, as well as various senior roles across the organization.

Donna is a Vice Chair of Special Olympics Canada Board of Directors. She holds an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Carleton University.