Ariel Kangasniemi

Ariel Kangasniemi is the global chief sustainability officer for Manulife Financial Corp., where she plays a pivotal role in integrating sustainability into the company’s operations and strategy. Recently, she has been in the news for her involvement in Manulife's new reforestation program, which utilizes technology from Vancouver-based veritree to monitor tree growth and biodiversity across various countries. Kangasniemi emphasizes the importance of forests in health and wellness, advocating for partnerships that enhance both environmental and business outcomes.