Nicole Welbanks

Nicole Welbanks is an accomplished marketing and communications professional with extensive experience in leading high-impact teams and strategies across various industries. Currently serving as the Head of Marketing & Communications for Group Benefits at Manulife since September 2017, Welbanks has successfully reorganized a team of approximately 30 members to achieve significant growth targets, enhance brand perception, and implement marketing technology. Prior to this role, Welbanks held leadership positions at Manulife Canada, Home Trust Company, Kinross Gold Corporation, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, where contributions included developing corporate communication strategies, managing crisis communications, and enhancing internal branding efforts. Welbanks holds a Master's degree from the University of Leicester and a Bachelor's degree from Trent University.