Sun Life Expands Board of Directors with Appointment of Katherine Lee

Sun Life Expands Leadership with New Board Appointment

Sun Life Financial Inc., a global leader in financial services, has made a significant move by appointing Katherine Lee to its Board of Directors, effective today, July 31, 2026. This strategic addition aims to enhance the company’s leadership as it continues to meet its evolving business objectives.

Katherine Lee joins the board with a wealth of experience in financial services, investments, and real estate. With over two decades in both public and private sectors, she has honed her skills in managing complex organizational frameworks, especially during transformative phases in her career. Her vast expertise comes from a robust background, which includes numerous senior management positions.

Katherine's notable tenure at GE Capital spanned 20 years, where she held progressively senior roles across North America and Asia. As President and CEO of GE Capital Canada from 2010 to 2015, she adeptly led the organization through significant transformation, focusing on establishing strategic partnerships and enhancing capital relationships. Her leadership resulted in a structured approach that benefited long-term value creation for stakeholders.

Before her time as CEO, Katherine steered GE Capital Real Estate Canada and previously served as Director of Mergers & Acquisitions for GE Capital's Pension Fund Advisory Services in San Francisco. Her career further features essential roles, including Managing Director at GE Capital Real Estate Korea. Katherine’s journey into the corporate realm began at Ernst & Young, where she worked in Audit and progressed within the firm's Corporate Insolvency & Restructuring Group.

In addition to her extensive operational experience, Katherine Lee brings with her more than 20 years of board service, having served on various boards, including prominent organizations such as BCE Inc., Colliers International Group Inc., the Public Sector Pension Investment Board, and Chorus Aviation Inc. These roles have afforded her invaluable insights into governance practices, risk management strategies, and the intricacies of providing strategic oversight within heavily regulated sectors and global financial landscapes.

She obtained her Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and is recognized as a Chartered Professional Accountant. Katherine resides in Toronto, where she actively participates in volunteer work aimed at mentoring and coaching young professionals. Noteworthy, she received the Horatio Alger Award in 2025, which acknowledges individuals who demonstrate integrity, perseverance, and selflessness alongside personal and professional accomplishments.

About Sun Life

Founded to serve clients more effectively, Sun Life is an international financial powerhouse offering a broad range of services, including asset management, wealth planning, insurance, and health solutions tailored for individuals and institutions alike. The company operates in numerous markets globally, including Canada, the U.S., the United Kingdom, and various countries across Asia. As of the end of March 2026, Sun Life reported total assets under management amounting to CAD 1.58 trillion.

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Sun Life Financial Inc. is publicly traded on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE), and Philippine (PSE) exchanges under the symbol SLF. The figures mentioned in this announcement are stated in Canadian dollars as per standard financial disclosure practices.

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