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Foundation rolls out financial literacy program for students

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 10 FEB 2022
Ecstra Foundation has launched a financial education program for schools, to help Australian students learn key money lessons early on. Ecstra's 'Talk Money' program is available for students from years five to 10, offering classroom workshops delivered ...

Boards still lagging on diversity

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  WEDNESDAY, 9 FEB 2022
The latest report from Deloitte and 30% Club Australia questions whether boards are fit for purpose, especially when lacking diversity of experience or background. The report, titled Bold moves in the boardroom, asked whether boards are set up to navigate ...

Super funds failing on animal protection

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 8 FEB 2022
Most superannuation funds overlook the importance of preventing animal cruelty, a global welfare organisation finds. After analysing 200 super funds, World Animal Protection found that 90% do not have a policy that prevents them from investing in animal ...

New chief executive for Fintech Australia

CHLOE WALKER  |  TUESDAY, 8 FEB 2022
... expertise in startups, fintech, and also cryptocurrency made him an ideal candidate to take up the reins and lead the organisation into the future," Joyce said. Porter said taking on the responsibility to lead "one of Australia's key voices and influencers" ...

AIST, MetLife tackle underinsurance issue

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 8 FEB 2022
MetLife and the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees have joined forces to raise awareness about the importance of group insurance in a bid to tackle the underinsurance problem. AIST chief executive Eva Scheerlinck told Financial Standard ...

Class chief exits following takeover

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 8 FEB 2022
... shareholders and the development of our people. It has been a privilege to lead such a talented and values driven organisation." He added that Class is now well positioned for further growth and development under HUB24. The Supreme Court of New South ...

Vanguard appoints new chief information officer

CHLOE WALKER  |  TUESDAY, 8 FEB 2022
... Daniel Shrimski said Sahani will bring substantial expertise to Vanguard's IT function at an important time for the organisation. "We look forward to welcoming Aman to Vanguard, and as a member of the Australian executive team," Shrimski said. "His deep ...

UniSuper adds three executives

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 3 FEB 2022
... importance of diversity in leadership roles - different backgrounds and perspectives are integral to the success of any organisation. UniSuper is driving positive change in the industry, and I'm proud to be a part of that change." The new roles will ...

ASFA names new chair

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 2 FEB 2022
The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia appointed a new chair as the incumbent steps down after a two-year term. Gary Dransfield takes the seat effective February 23, replacing Michael Easson who will retire from the role. Dransfield is ...

Equity Trustees hires from Warakirri

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  WEDNESDAY, 2 FEB 2022
Equity Trustees has expanded its asset management team with the appointment of a responsible investing lead. The newly created role at Equity Trustees has been filled by Dilan Ashton. Ashton will be based in the Sydney office as general manager, responsible ...