Peter Gordon takes the reins at John Hancock Financial.(Brief article)

John Hancock Financial Network has named Peter Gordon president, effective Sept. 1.

As president, Gordon is responsible for the overall growth, expansion and profitability of the company. "I'm looking forward to working to bring great products to consumers through a network of knowledgeable agents and advisers. It is an exciting time for John Hancock Financial Network as the organization has begun to expand into new markets and is evolving all of its traditional sales agencies into client-centered marketing luaus. I hope to use my background and prior experience running sales organizations to help accelerate the company's growth" he said in a statement.

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