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Ken Henry resigns from ASX board

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 29 JUN 2022
... nine-year contribution. "Ken has been an outstanding director of ASX and brought formidable intellect and insight to the governance and oversight of our company," he said. "Few can match his knowledge of economics and public policy, or his commitment ...

AMP wants life insurance caps raised, fees lowered

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  MONDAY, 27 JUN 2022
... financial advisers. AMP director of advice Matt Lawler said: "We believe a commission system in life insurance with good governance practices in place to protect consumers is workable, like in the mortgage broking industry. " "The Quality of Advice Review ...

Natixis names head of diversity, equity and inclusion

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 27 JUN 2022
... deliver diversity, equity and inclusion strategy around, gender balance, cultural diversity, education and training, governance and data and measurement. Sagoe will report to global head of corporate social responsibility Tracey Flaherty and the international ...

Super trustees face rough seas ahead: Byres

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 24 JUN 2022
... the event, APRA executive director of superannuation Suzanne Smith said another key area for APRA concerns investment governance. Smith said as global economic conditions become more uncertain, appropriate, and effective governance is essential to generate ...

Insignia welcomes head of responsible investing

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 JUN 2022
... project. Tayler will manage ESG risks and opportunities with a strong focus on climate change, modern slavery, and governance. He will be responsible for maximising the effectiveness of engagement with managers and companies and evolving responsible ...

Mercer appoints sustainable investment leader

CHLOE WALKER  |  TUESDAY, 21 JUN 2022
... Mather said. "Investors are under increasing pressure from their stakeholders to ensure that environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities are effectively incorporated, while meeting fiduciary obligations and managing growing scrutiny ...

VFMC names new executives

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 16 JUN 2022
... goals. "Paul appreciates the value of delivering strong financial returns alongside measurable environmental, social and governance benefits, which is closely aligned to our purpose and our role as a responsible steward of capital," she said.

Defective disclosures see Avanteos Investments fined

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 15 JUN 2022
... The presiding judge labelled the conduct a "systemic breakdown", saying it was a "very serious failing of corporate governance and an example of a financial corporation putting its own interests above those of its investors". All the members' estates ...

The ongoing evolution of super: Scheerlinck

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 14 JUN 2022
... another, including discussions on climate change risk, measuring sustainability goals, carbon transition programs and good governance. Such topics are key to the super industry's future, which Scheerlinck hinted may be a little brighter and certain ...

Blackstone one step closer on Crown deal

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 10 JUN 2022
... in the Authority's ongoing work to ensure Crown Sydney is able to fully meet its undertakings for major operational, governance and structural reforms. "As the prospective owner of Crown Resorts, Blackstone has been required to demonstrate the highest ...