Ignition Advice appoints non-executive director
Digital advice provider Ignition Advice has appointed Ken Lambden to its board as a non-executive director.
February 02, 2023
TAL adds 20 courses into Risk Academy program
Risk specialist TAL has introduced 20 new courses into its 2023 Risk Academy program, as well as series focused on tech and ethics.
February 02, 2023
Funds SA CEO to step down after 8 years
Funds SA CEO Jo Townsend will step down later this year, remaining in the role while the board undertakes a selection process for her successor. “Given all the achievements to date and the strong team that is in place, I feel that the timing is right for both myself and Funds SA,” she said. “I
February 01, 2023
APRA announces executive appointments and structure changes
APRA has announced changes to its structure, including new appointments to complement the existing member and executive director group.
February 01, 2023
Maple-Brown Abbott partners with Hyde Park Investment
Boutique investment manager Maple-Brown Abbott has partnered with Hyde Park Investment to distribute its UCITS funds in the UK and several other European countries.
February 01, 2023
Super on PPL drastically improves retirement balances: HESTA modelling
Modelling from industry fund HESTA has revealed that paying super on the Commonwealth Parental Leave Pay scheme and better targeting tax concessions could significantly improve the retirement balances of critical health and community services professionals.
January 31, 2023
Ord Minnett appoints head of institutional research
Wealth management group Ord Minnett has appointed Alastair Hunter as head of institutional research. Hunter has over 32 years of experience in equity research and financial markets. He was rated number one bank analyst while working as head of research at Goldman Sachs/JBWere.
January 31, 2023
AMP acquires Nano home loan book
AMP Bank has acquired Nano’s residential mortgage portfolio, adding approximately $400 million in loans to its residential mortgage book.
January 31, 2023
Insignia grows automation footprint by using bots
Since Insignia Financial implemented digital worker ‘Optimus’ in 2019, its digital workforce has steadily increased. It now automates over 60 processes, reducing costs and improving business efficiencies.
January 30, 2023
Summerhayes appointed Zurich chair
Former FSC director and APRA executive board member Geoff Summerhayes has been appointed as chair of the board of Zurich Financial Services. Summerhayes commenced from the start of the year. His other key industry experience includes being Suncorp Life chief executive, NAB regional general manager, and MLC Superannuation and Investments CEO. At APRA, Summerhayes was
January 30, 2023
AFA, FPA push for member engagement ahead of consult deadline
The member consultation period on a proposed merger between the Financial Planning Association and Association of Financial Advisers is due to close on 31 January, with members encouraged to provide their feedback before then.
January 27, 2023
