Super’s peak professional development body announces new Board appointments
The Fund Executives Association Ltd (FEAL), Australia’s peak professional development body for superannuation fund executives, has announced the appointment of Laura Wright to the Board of Directors. Laura joined the Board on Monday, 10 August.
In addition, Jane Perry has been reappointed as Chair of FEAL for a further two year team. Graeme Arnott has stepped down from the FEAL board following his resignation from First State Super, but will join the FEAL Programme Committee – responsible for organising the annual FEAL National Conference and Executive Forum.
Jane Perry, Chair of FEAL, said that Laura would bring to the association extensive experience in the superannuation and retirement space, as well as the success of NGS Super.
“Laura was approached to join the Board on the basis of her extensive experience and track record of more than three decades in the super space. She was a founding Trustee Director of NGS Super and has held client services and operational roles at three different administrators working closely with a number of funds. This depth of experience will see her make a valuable contribution to FEAL and to our professional development and education initiatives,” said Jane.
Jane also thanked Graeme Arnott for his contribution to the Board of Directors.
“During his tenure, Graeme has been an active and passionate contributor to FEAL. He has a deep understanding of the superannuation and retirement sector, and I’m pleased to welcome him to his new role with the FEAL Programme Committee. Through the committee, Graeme will continue to make a contribution to our members’ professional development,” said Jane.
“On a personal note, I’m also delighted to have been appointed for a further two year term as Chair of FEAL. This is bittersweet as it will be my final term, in line with the FEAL constitution, and there’s a lot to do in the space in this time. Through the COVID-19 pandemic, superannuation has retained its space in the spotlight. It’s our goal to support our members through this period of unprecedented change, by retaining our focus on professional development and ongoing education – and making it easy to access, wherever and however our members may be working,” she said.
In conclusion, Jane said that she is excited about the future of FEAL and the contribution she expects Laura to make.
“I feel very confident that Laura will make a significant contribution as we continue on our mission to be the chosen provider of professional development for today’s executives, and tomorrow’s leaders,” she said.
