Class appoints BDM
Class has appointed David Goldsmith as business development manager.
Zurich launches fourth global start-up competition
Zurich Insurance Group has launched the fourth edition of its Innovation Championship, a global open innovation contest with start-ups in the insurance sector.
SMSF Association offers pathway for FPA members to gain SSA designation
The SMSF Association has joined forces with the Financial Planning Association to launch an express pathway for the SMSF Specialist Advisor (SSA) designation.
Fee renewal reminders among Netwealth notification upgrades
Netwealth has upgraded its notification system to improve notifications for advice fee renewals, amongst over 40 feature additions.
Ignition Advice appoints non-executive director
Digital advice provider Ignition Advice has appointed Ken Lambden to its board as a non-executive director.
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.
Market volatility, inflation knock Future Fund’s returns in 2022
Australia’s sovereign wealth fund Future Fund has posted negative returns in 2022, hit by rising inflation, higher interest rates and sharp falls in asset values.
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 … Read more
JANA’s new structure to boost staff retention and attract talent
Investment consultant JANA has completed the buyout of a minority 45 per cent stake from Insignia Financial in a move the firm hopes will boost its ability to retain staff and attract new talent as it expands into new areas of the asset owner market.
APRA to prioritise member outcomes, retirement, industry practices: Cole
The prudential regulator will prioritise improving member outcomes, how trustees are implementing the retirement income covenant and improving industry practices, according to deputy chair Margaret Cole.
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.
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.
