Damon Murchison
About Damon Murchison
Damon Murchison serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of IG Wealth Management, where he emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and accountability. With a background in finance and leadership roles at several major firms, he is dedicated to enhancing financial education and community support.
Work at IG Wealth Management
Damon Murchison has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of IG Wealth Management since 2020. Under his leadership, the organization manages over $113 billion in assets under administration. Murchison focuses on establishing a strategic vision that prioritizes collaboration, transparency, and accountability. He is committed to enhancing financial education and literacy among Canadians, aiming to empower individuals to secure a better financial future.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining IG Wealth Management, Damon Murchison held several significant positions in the financial services sector. He worked at Fidelity Investments as Vice President of Alliance National Sales from 1999 to 2010. Following this, he served at Manulife Financial in various roles, including Senior Vice President and Head of Sales for Retail Markets from 2013 to 2014, and Vice President of Wealth Management Distribution from 2010 to 2013. Murchison also worked at Mackenzie Investments, where he was Executive Vice President and Head of Retail Distribution from 2017 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Damon Murchison holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Western University, where he studied from 1988 to 1991. He furthered his education at Ivey Business School at Western University, completing an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) program from 2009 to 2010. His academic background supports his extensive experience in the financial services industry and informs his strategic leadership approach.
Community Involvement and Initiatives
Damon Murchison is dedicated to community engagement through the IG Empower Your Tomorrow program. This initiative involves significant financial contributions and thousands of volunteer hours annually, aimed at creating stronger communities and a better future. His commitment to social responsibility reflects his belief in leveraging expertise and resources to benefit society.
Personal Interests
In addition to his professional commitments, Damon Murchison enjoys traveling to explore new cultures and communities. He views these experiences as opportunities to recharge and gain inspiration, which may influence his leadership style and vision for IG Wealth Management.