Stéphane Lespérance

Overview

Stéphane Lespérance was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Lockton's Canadian business in June 2026, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in risk management and insurance advisory services. Widely recognized as a leading figure in the Canadian insurance sector, Stéphane joins Lockton following 24 years in progressively senior roles at Aon Canada, where he served as President since 2019 and as President and CEO since 2025.

His proven track record includes developing and implementing complex risk management strategies for large multinational organizations across North America, Europe and Asia and building elite advisory teams. Lespérance was elected Chair of the Board of Governors of The Insurance Institute of Canada in October 2025, underscoring his prominence in the industry.

Education & Professional Development

Stéphane studied risk management at l'Université du Québec à Montréal and has completed executive education programs at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Career History

• Chief Executive Officer of Lockton's Canadian Business (2026–present)
• President and CEO, Aon Canada (2025)
• President, Aon Canada (2019–2025)
• President, Commercial Risk and Health Solutions in Canada
• Senior Vice President, Quebec at Aon

What Stéphane Lespérance could bring to CEO of Lockton's Canadian Business: With nearly three decades of risk management expertise and a decade-plus track record leading major Canadian insurance operations at Aon, Lespérance is well-positioned to establish Lockton's presence in Canada by leveraging his proven ability to design sophisticated risk solutions for multinational enterprises. His chairmanship of the Insurance Institute of Canada demonstrates industry credibility and relationships that could facilitate Lockton's market entry and partnership development. His emphasis on client-centric advisory services and team-building aligns with Lockton's positioning as an independent brokerage focused on delivering customized solutions.