John Cassaday
Chairman at JANUS HENDERSON GROUP PLC
Net worth: 6 M $ as of 2024-03-30
Profile
John M.
Cassaday was the founder of Gibraltar Growth Corp.
(founded in 2015) and held the title of Independent Director.
He is currently the President & Chief Executive Officer of Shaw Satellite GP.
He is also the Chairman of Janus Henderson Group Plc (since 2022), a Director of Irving Oil Ltd., a Director of Sleep Country Canada, Inc., a Director of Manulife Capital (Real Estate) (since 1993), an Independent Director of Sleep Country Canada Holdings, Inc. (since 2015), and a Member of the Order of Canada.
In his former positions, Dr. Cassaday served as the President, CEO & Non-Independent Director of Corus Entertainment, Inc. (from 1999 to 2015), President & Chief Executive Officer of CTV, Inc., President & Chief Executive Officer of CTV Television Network Ltd., Chairman of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (from 2018 to 2023), Chairman of Manulife Financial Corp.
(from 2018 to 2023), Chairman of St. Michael's Hospital (from 2004 to 2006), Director of Masonite International Corp.
(from 1992 to 2005), Independent Director of Sysco Corp.
(from 2004 to 2022), Director of Loblaw Cos.
Ltd.
(from 1997 to 2004), Director of Canadian Airlines International Ltd., Lead Independent Director of Spin Master Ltd.
(from 2015 to 2018), Director of J.M.
Schneider Corp., Director of Fort Reliance Co. Ltd., Lead Independent Director of Spin Master Corp.
(from 2015 to 2018), Director of Business Council of Canada, President of Campbell Soup Co., Executive Vice President of Shaw Communications, Inc., President of Shaw Media Corp, President of Campbell Company of Canada, and President of Campbell Soup UK.
Dr. Cassaday's education includes an MBA from Rotman School of Management, a graduate degree from the University of Toronto, and an undergraduate degree from the University of Western Ontario.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SYSCO CORPORATION
0.01% | 2022-09-29 | 56,971 ( 0.01% ) | 5 M $ | 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-03-11 | 20,693 ( 0.01% ) | 680 593 $ | 2024-03-30 | |
| 2023-03-30 | 21,840 ( 0.00% ) | 545 782 $ | 2024-03-30 | |
| 2023-05-17 | 20,850 ( 0.06% ) | 460 264 $ | 2024-03-30 |
John Cassaday active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| SLEEP COUNTRY CANADA HOLDINGS INC. | Director/Board Member | 2015-07-15 |
| JANUS HENDERSON GROUP PLC | Chairman | 2022-12-30 |
Sleep Country Canada, Inc.
 Sleep Country Canada, Inc. Home FurnishingsConsumer Durables Sleep Country Canada, Inc. owns and operates mattress retail stores. The firm offers a huge selection of brands, styles and types of mattresses. It also offers Sealy, Serta, Simmons, Kingsdown, Tempur-Pedic and Dormeo Octaspring, all side-by-side under one roof. The company was founded by Christine A. Magee in October 1994 and is headquartered in North York, Canada. | Director/Board Member | - |
Order of Canada
 Order of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Order of Canada is an organization based in Ottawa, Canada. The organization is affiliated with the governor general of Canada, La gouverneure générale du. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Irving Oil Ltd.
 Irving Oil Ltd. Oil Refining/MarketingEnergy Minerals Irving Oil Ltd. operates as regional energy processing, transportation and marketing company. The firm’s operations include supply, refining, cargo, wholesale, specialty fuels, service stations and travel plazas. The company was founded by K. C. Irving in 1924 and is headquartered in St. John, Canada. | Director/Board Member | 2011-09-13 |
Manulife Capital (Real Estate)
 Manulife Capital (Real Estate) Investment ManagersFinance Manulife Capital Real Estate is a real estate investment firm located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is a division of Manulife capital, Inc. and their ultimate parent is Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX, NYSE and PSE: MFC). | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2010-03-03 |
Shaw Satellite GP
 Shaw Satellite GP Cable/Satellite TVConsumer Services Shaw Satellite GP provides cable and other television services. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Former positions of John Cassaday
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORPORATION | Chairman | 2023-02-14 |
The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co.
 The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. Life/Health InsuranceFinance The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. operates as a life insurance company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Chairman | 2023-02-14 |
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Training of John Cassaday
| Rotman School of Management | Masters Business Admin |
| University of Toronto | Graduate Degree |
| University of Western Ontario | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 7 |
|---|---|
| CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY | Consumer Non-Durables |
| SYSCO CORPORATION | Distribution Services |
| CORUS ENTERTAINMENT INC. | Consumer Services |
| LOBLAW COMPANIES LIMITED | Retail Trade |
| MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORPORATION | Finance |
| SPIN MASTER CORP. | Consumer Durables |
| JANUS HENDERSON GROUP PLC | Finance |
| Private companies | 21 |
|---|---|
Masonite International Corp. /Old/
 Masonite International Corp. /Old/ Building ProductsProducer Manufacturing Masonite International is one of the world's leading manufacturers of interior doors and entry door systems. Throughout the company's 80 year history, Masonite International has maintained its focus on leading-edge innovation, manufacturing excellence and superior customer service. Masonite International is committed to delivering product and service innovations that will enhance beauty, functionality and architectural design to its customers around the world. Builders, remodelers, architects and homeowners rely on Masonite International products to create homes of distinction. Simply stated, Masonite doors make home more beautiful. They possess a distinctive style and flare that can accent a décor and even become the focus of a room or the exterior of home. They provide arresting beauty, lasting durability and timeless performance. The company is known worldwide for innovation, quality products, exceptional customer service and a commitment to excellence. Over years of dedication to innovation, technical advancements and customers make the company the brand that builders, remodelers and consumers choose when creating homes of distinction. At the company, employees from all parts of the company understand that people love their homes. It is continually creating new and innovative products that will make any home more beautiful, more valuable and more enjoyable. Masonite is the undisputed leader in interior doors, with patented panel and door designs and unique styles that are only available from Masonite. They offer absolute, unbeatable value in entry doors. Masonite has the broadest range of panel designs, glass options and available material choices all at an affordable price. | Producer Manufacturing |
The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co.
The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. Life/Health InsuranceFinance The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. operates as a life insurance company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Finance |
Shaw Communications, Inc.
 Shaw Communications, Inc. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Shaw Communications, Inc. engages in the provision of cable telecommunications and satellite video services. The company was founded by James Robert Shaw on December 9, 1966 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. | Communications |
Shaw Satellite GP
Shaw Satellite GP Cable/Satellite TVConsumer Services Shaw Satellite GP provides cable and other television services. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. | Consumer Services |
St. Michael's Hospital
 St. Michael's Hospital Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services St. Michael's Hospital engages in the provision of healthcare services. The firm operates as a Catholic teaching and research hospital. It also offers patient care services. The company was founded in 1892 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Health Services |
CTV, Inc.
 CTV, Inc. BroadcastingConsumer Services CTV, Inc. operates as a private broadcasting company. The firm features a wide range of quality news, sports, information, and entertainment programming. The company is headquartered in Scarborough, Canada. | Consumer Services |
| Canadian Airlines International Ltd. | Transportation |
Shaw Media Corp
 Shaw Media Corp BroadcastingConsumer Services Shaw Media Corp broadcasts television. | Consumer Services |
Campbell Company of Canada
 Campbell Company of Canada Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Campbell Co. of Canada manufactures convenience food products. It manufactures soups, frozen meals, desserts, juices, sauces and gravies under the brand names including Campbell's, Prego, V8, Pepperidge Farm, Chunky, Habitant, Pace & Franco American & Primepuree, Trepuree and Primeminced healthcare products. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Irving Oil Ltd.
Irving Oil Ltd. Oil Refining/MarketingEnergy Minerals Irving Oil Ltd. operates as regional energy processing, transportation and marketing company. The firm’s operations include supply, refining, cargo, wholesale, specialty fuels, service stations and travel plazas. The company was founded by K. C. Irving in 1924 and is headquartered in St. John, Canada. | Energy Minerals |
Spin Master Ltd.
 Spin Master Ltd. Recreational ProductsConsumer Durables Spin Master Ltd. manufactures and markets consumer products for children. Its brands include Bakugan Battle Brawler, Air Hogs and Tech Deck in boy's product line and Liv in girl's product line. The firm has marked an entry into children's media with the launch of Spin Master Entertainment, a division focusing on the design, development and production of television and other media properties, includes a 2011-slated Bakugan feature film with partner Universal Pictures. The company was founded by Anton Rabie, Ronnen Harary and Ben Varadi in 1994 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Consumer Durables |
| Campbell Soup UK | |
Order of Canada
Order of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Order of Canada is an organization based in Ottawa, Canada. The organization is affiliated with the governor general of Canada, La gouverneure générale du. | Commercial Services |
Sleep Country Canada, Inc.
Sleep Country Canada, Inc. Home FurnishingsConsumer Durables Sleep Country Canada, Inc. owns and operates mattress retail stores. The firm offers a huge selection of brands, styles and types of mattresses. It also offers Sealy, Serta, Simmons, Kingsdown, Tempur-Pedic and Dormeo Octaspring, all side-by-side under one roof. The company was founded by Christine A. Magee in October 1994 and is headquartered in North York, Canada. | Consumer Durables |
| J.M. Schneider Corp. | |
| CTV Television Network Ltd. | |
Fort Reliance Co. Ltd.
 Fort Reliance Co. Ltd. Oil Refining/MarketingEnergy Minerals Fort Reliance Co. Ltd. engages in refining, distribution and marketing of petroleum. The company is headquartered in St. John, Canada. | Energy Minerals |
Manulife Capital (Real Estate)
Manulife Capital (Real Estate) Investment ManagersFinance Manulife Capital Real Estate is a real estate investment firm located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is a division of Manulife capital, Inc. and their ultimate parent is Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX, NYSE and PSE: MFC). | Finance |
| Sleep Country Canada Holdings, Inc. | |
Gibraltar Growth Corp.
 Gibraltar Growth Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Gibraltar Growth Corp. operates as a development stage company. It engages in acquisition of one or more businesses or assets, by way of a merger, amalgamation, arrangement, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization, or any other similar business combination. The Company was founded by John M. Cassaday, Michael MacMillan, Joseph M. Natale, Earl Rotman and James Haggarty on June 11, 2015 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Finance |
Business Council of Canada
 Business Council of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Business Council of Canada provides program for research and consultation and advocacy of economic and social fabric. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. | Commercial Services |
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