Leadership Team

Providing best-in-class leadership and guidance to the Plan Sponsor Committee and the Administrative Board, the Leadership Team brings together a mix of industry expertise and education. The team includes highly experienced professionals in actuarial, investment, legal, communication, and other pension and operations roles.

This team is responsible for establishing the strategic direction of the plan and has a strong commitment to ensuring excellence in governance, risk management and member experience as the plan grows for the future.

Simone Reitzes, managing director

Simone Reitzes

Managing Director, Medicus Pension Plan

Simone Reitzes leads the Medicus Pension Plan’s Leadership Team, with oversight of design, strategy, governance, and risk management. She played a pivotal role in establishing the Plan as an innovative addition to Canada’s retirement system. She continues to guide the Plan’s strategic evolution, ensuring it remains responsive to the needs of Canada’s incorporated physicians. Simone brings nearly two decades of leadership experience, including from her tenure as Vice President, Global Pension and Benefits at Scotiabank, where she oversaw financial reporting and strategy for over $10 billion in pension obligations. Simone is a Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries and the Society of Actuaries, holds a Bachelor of Mathematics from the University of Waterloo, and is a former member of the C.D. Howe Institute’s Pension Policy Council.

Danielle Amiel, director

Danielle Amiel

Director, Governance and Risk Management

Danielle Amiel has oversight of the Medicus Pension Plan’s governance and risk management framework, including the development, execution, and reporting of governance activities for the Administrative Board and the Plan Sponsor Committee; management of plan financials, including actuarial valuations and funding; and procedures and internal controls for governance and financial risks and related policies. With more than 15 years of experience supporting defined benefit pension plans, Danielle has advised global employers on governance, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting. She is a Fellow of both the Canadian Institute of Actuaries and the Society of Actuaries, and holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Western Ontario.

Glenn Bowman, director

Glenn Bowman

Director, Growth and Operations

Glenn Bowman leads operational delivery and plan growth for the Medicus Pension Plan, ensuring scalable infrastructure, service excellence, and member satisfaction across a growing national membership. Glenn plays a key role in driving membership growth while aligning capabilities to maintain the Plan’s operational effectiveness and long-term sustainability. With over 20 years of leadership experience in pension administration, including with a multi-billion-dollar, multi-employer plan, Glenn brings a strong focus on process improvement, coaching, and operational strategy. He holds a Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC) from Humber College and a Bachelor of Arts from York University.

Glenn Bowman, director

Katie-Lynn Drummond

Director, Physician Marketing

Katie-Lynn Drummond leads the Medicus Pension Plan’s marketing team, where she and her team work to elevate the plan’s profile and expand its reach. With a strategic vision rooted in 18 years of specialized experience engaging Canada’s physicians and their families, Katie-Lynn spearheads innovative campaigns that not only increase awareness but also foster trust and growth within a competitive retirement landscape. Her work spans end to end marketing strategy and growth, aligning insight led planning with measurable business outcomes. Katie-Lynn holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts with specialization in Communication from the University of Ottawa and is recognized as a Certified Digital Marketing Professional. 

Glenn Bowman, director

Barb Foster

Head, Communications

Barb Foster is a communications leader who specializes in turning complex ideas into clear, meaningful messages that strengthen Medicus Pension Plan’s brand and support the member experience. As Head of Communications, she leads integrated strategies that shape Medicus’ broader communications strategy and policies, helping drive consistency across the enterprise and ensuring the right messages reach the right audiences, from members and the physician community to advisors, leaders and regional teams. She is valued for her collaborative approach and ability to bring clarity to fast moving, cross functional work. Barb holds a Bachelor of Arts from McMaster University.

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