Bjorn Schumburg joined BlackRock in May 2020 as Director, Aladdin Business Development. He is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He joins from HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan) where he was a Business Consultant.

Mercer, the investment consultant has hired two veterans of responsible investing, to head up the team in Canada. David Fanger hired in March and based in Santa Monica will lead the US team. Monika Freyman hired in March and based in Canada will oversee that role in Canada. They both started their roles in March and report to Helga Birgden, partner and global head of Mercer’s responsible investment business.