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Platinum steps up focus on adviser market

MARK SMITH | TUESDAY, 1 JUL 2014

... delegates with practical advice in order for them to do greater things within their practices." The reputation and investing acumen of Platinum will provide immense value in helping to achieve this aim," Rantall continued. Platinum Asset Management has ...

Former Future Fund MD joins Qantas Super

MARK SMITH | THURSDAY, 5 JUN 2014

... System Board. Until recently, he was Chairman of the Blackstone Group in Australia and New Zealand. "Paul's insights and acumen will be particularly valuable as we continue to navigate ongoing changes in the superannuation industry while focusing on ...

BT Financial GM to take helm at MetLife

STAFF WRITER | TUESDAY, 27 MAY 2014

... Investment Management Inc. "I am very pleased to welcome Deanne to MetLife. She brings a wealth of experience, leadership acumen, and relationship building skills to the business," said Dr Menon, adding that her proven track record and drive will help ...

Invesco appoints head of sales from BT

ALICE URIBE | FRIDAY, 16 MAY 2014

... quality, senior professionals in Eben and Ashley, whose depth of local market experience, customer focus and strong commercial acumen will help us achieve our business objectives in 2014 and beyond."

Incoming NAB CEO to look at "legacy issues"

ALICE URIBE | THURSDAY, 3 APR 2014

... of the group executive team, his energy, vision and ability to motivate employees have been obvious as has his business acumen," Chaney said. Before being appointed CEO of BNZ in 2008, Thorburn was executive general manager, retail banking at NAB for ...

Elders FP appoints regional manager

LAURA MILLAN | WEDNESDAY, 12 FEB 2014

... of senior banking and financial planning roles with Westpac and AMP. "Kevin offers deep experience and strong business acumen at senior leadership levels across financial planning, retail, commercial and corporate banking sectors, and is a perfect appointment ...

Henderson hires chief investment officer from UBS

MARK SMITH | WEDNESDAY, 30 OCT 2013

... begins in 2014. "Rob is a highly regarded investment professional and is recognised for both his investment and business acumen," Formica said. "His global knowledge is a critical attraction to us as we continue the development of our international businesses ...

Windham looks to bring systemic risk strategy to Aussie investors

MARK SMITH | WEDNESDAY, 17 APR 2013

... certain amount of sophistication. "The size of superannuation here means there has to be a certain level of investment acumen. Australian investors are very willing to look under the hood and recognize the value of our strategy," he finished.

Equipsuper appoints new board member

MARK SMITH | TUESDAY, 11 DEC 2012

... secretary. Equip chairman, Andrew Fairley, welcomed the appointment. "Terry has that rare combination of strong commercial acumen and an association with Equip that extends over several decades. His knowledge and appreciation of the fund's heritage will ...

SSgA names wholesale vice president

LINDA HAUSKEN | FRIDAY, 24 AUG 2012

... advisers. "Amy's experience of the wholesale channel, understanding of the operating environment and strong investment acumen, will enable her to appropriately adapt SSgA's institutional offering for the wholesale advice channel," said Peter Mitchell ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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