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Celine Chiovitti is an accomplished leader, pensions innovator and public speaker.
As chief pension officer at OMERS, she leads a team of over 400 employees in delivering exceptional services, innovative tools, and prudential pension administration for more than 665,000 members. Under her leadership, the team is committed to maintaining a world-class pension platform in a complex stakeholder environment with 1,000+ employers and over 30 unions and associations.
Prior to joining OMERS in 2013, Chiovitti spent her career in public service, including as a division head at the City of Toronto, where she was responsible for pension, payroll, and benefits delivery for over 35,000 employees. Her career has been focused on service and the fundamental belief in the value of well-run pension systems and the positive impact they have on society.
Chiovitti is a certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) Fellow, and a member of the OMERS executive leadership team and OMERS transaction approval committee.
She has been ranked one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 by the Women’s Executive Network and was named to Benefits and Pensions Monitor’s 2024 Hot List.
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Celine Chiovitti
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2009-2013
2014-2020
2020-2021
2021-2024
2024-Present
Director, pension, payroll and employee benefits at the City of Toronto
2009-2013
Vice president, pension operations at OMERS
2014-2020
Senior vice president, pension and corporate services at OMERS
2020-2021
Executive vice president and head of pensions at OMERS
2021-2024
Chief pension officer
2024–Present
Milestones
As a founding member of WOW! (Women. Opportunity. Winning.), an employee resource group created for all women of Ryan Specialty, Phillips Topping has long championed for women in the industry.
“It’s very important to set an example and to not only inspire but mentor other females,” she adds.
In addition to her sharp marketing eye, the key to Phillips Topping’s success lies in her high-energy approach and positive attitude.
“As the leader of a team, it’s important to motivate and encourage your team members. People work very hard and do their best and it’s important to recognize these efforts. For my career overall, my attitude has been one of curiosity. The more you can learn, the better you’ll understand the business, and then the deeper your knowledge will become, making you a better team member.”
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A significant part of his focus today is staying ahead of regulatory change while maintaining a seamless client experience. He tracks updates from regulators and lenders closely and works with his teams to adjust systems as needed.
“My approach to my role and my career has always been rooted in passion, focus, and a relentless pursuit of excellence,” he says. “I’ve never been driven solely by profit or business metrics. I believe in hiring great talent, trusting them, and pushing boundaries because innovation doesn’t come from playing it safe.”
His experience isn’t limited to Canada. Ibrahim has worked in the US and UAE, which shaped his global perspective and comfort with adapting to different markets. He thrives on risk, viewing setbacks as stepping stones to progress.
“I’ve always believed that if you love what you do, you’ll never settle, and that attitude has guided every decision I’ve made,” he adds.
That outlook continues to guide his work and reflects his broader goal of helping move the industry forward. Through his brokerage, lending company, and legal services, Ibrahim is focused on creating long-term value for his clients, his teams, and others working in the field.