How important is the CEO to a stock's success? In this episode of Ticker Take, we speak with Roy Gori about how leadership shapes companies and boosts investment returns. Roy spent nearly a decade as the CEO of one of the world’s biggest insurance companies -- Manulife. In that time, he helped to transform the business, which helped Manulife’s stock outpace the market. We spoke with Roy about all of the years leading up to his time as CEO — getting a part-time job in his native Australia at the age of 8, stepping into the world of finance out of high school at 17, and working nights to earn his degree and then his MBA. Roy's story is a great lesson in leadership! We hope you enjoy! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:20 How to invest in good management and culture 1:00 Bullish or bearish -- AI 2:43 Bullish or bearish -- longevity 4:17 Bullish or bearish -- vegemite :) 4:50 Roy’s childhood and how it shaped him 6:30 Early life lessons about money 9:43 Transitioning to the business world at Citi 12:22 Remote work vs returning to the office 14:17 Money's role in his early career choices 18:13 How Roy prioritized culture as a leader 22:48 Why he decided to retire as Manulife's CEO 26:51 Investing in the future of healthcare 31:58 The benefits of challenging yourself 35:26 Lessons for young people about money Our thanks to Roy for sharing his insights with us! Exec Producer/Co-Host: Caroline Lesley - https://www.instagram.com/caroline.lesley/ Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss our next investing video! Sign up for our free investing newsletter! https://jonerlichman.substack.com/ You can also find more of our content here: ● TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jonerlichman?lang=en ● Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jonerlichman/?hl=en ● X - https://x.com/JonErlichman Want to learn more about Ticker Take? https://www.tickertakeonline.com/ About me: I’ve covered the stock market for more than 25 years and worked at places like Bloomberg and Fortune. I launched my YouTube channel to share with you the investing insights I've had access to! Why Ticker Take? Well, there are thousands of stocks. They all have different TICKER symbols. We explore lots of them and talk to experts…getting their…ticker take! Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, legal, tax, accounting, investment, financial, or other professional advice. Viewers are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals regarding their individual circumstances. No client, advisory, fiduciary, or professional relationship is created by viewing or interacting with this content. All information is provided “as is,” with no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied. The creator makes no guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information presented, and disclaims any liability for errors or omissions or for any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its use. Any examples, case studies, or financial outcomes discussed are for illustrative purposes only and do not guarantee future results. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the creator and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organizations or employers. This video may contain copyrighted material, including images, music, or video clips, used under the fair use doctrine for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, or research. All rights to third-party content remain with their respective owners. This channel may include affiliate links. If you use these links to make a purchase, the channel may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. #business #investing #leadership