KKR hires Roy Gori as Senior Advisor to accelerate APAC financial services growth
Jul 21, 2026, 6:33 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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KKR named Roy Gori, former Manulife CEO, as Senior Advisor to push the firm’s global financial services and insurance agenda, with emphasis on Asia Pacific. Gori’s three-decade experience in insurance, wealth management, and distribution could broaden KKR’s partnerships and distribution models across APAC and international markets. The move signals a strategic, longer-term effort rather than an immediate earnings impact.
KKR appoints Roy Gori as Senior Advisor.
Gori previously led Manulife as President & CEO (2017–2025).
Focus on expanding financial services and insurance in Asia Pacific and globally.
Leadership brings deep APAC distribution, regulatory, and digital-execution experience.
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