Under Ross’s leadership, RIAA has played a critical role in advancing responsible investment across Australasia. This has included RIAA’s ongoing focus on standards, certification, policy, advocacy and leading practice in responsible investment. Ross recently stepped down as Chief Executive of Superannuation at Australian Ethical and will shortly commence in a new leadership role in the development sector. He will remain on the RIAA Board for the next few months to support the transition.

“With shifting political, social and investment market dynamics, RIAA’s mission to align capital with a healthier society, environment and economy has never been more important,” says Ross. “It has been a privilege to serve on the RIAA Board over the past seven years, and to contribute to RIAA’s catalytic work in the growth and maturation of responsible investment.”

As Global Head of Responsible Investment at First Sentier Investors, Kate brings a strong legal background with deep expertise in sustainable finance and global experience. Kate’s commitment to advancing responsible investment practices is seen in her role as Chair of Investors Against Slavery and Trafficking APAC and her membership of the Advisory Group of the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative.

“I am delighted to take on the role of Board Chair, building on the strong legacy established by my predecessors,” says Kate. “I remain committed to working with the Board to ensure that RIAA delivers on our mission and continues to support members through our strong and collaborative membership platform.”

RIAA extends its heartfelt gratitude to Ross for his exceptional service and welcomes Kate as its new Chair.

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Established in 2021, the Institute provides independent research on sustainable investment-oriented issues including macro research on market trends and issues, the effects of regulation and how trends impact the performance of investors, companies, sectors and economies. The Institute is jointly supported by FSI and its shareholder, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG).

Kate Turner, FSI’s Global Head of Responsible Investment, said, “Sudip will be instrumental in delivering a research programme designed to enhance awareness and understanding among the investment community on a wide range of investment-oriented sustainability topics.

Turner added, “As responsible investors, we believe that incorporating ESG considerations into our investment approach leads to better outcomes for our clients and broader society. With Sudip spearheading research for the Institute, we will deepen our knowledge and shape how we can collectively respond to addressing these complex issues. I look forward to the value that he will add to our businesses and the broader investment community.”

Hazra, who is based in London, brings a wealth of sustainable research experience to his new role. Before joining the Institute, he was Director of ESG Research for Invesco. There, he led implementation of a global net zero investment research framework, developed processes for compliance with Articles 8 and 9 of the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation, and was part of the team that won ‘Best ESG Research’ at the ESG Investing Awards 2023. Prior to Invesco, he was Head of ESG Research and Responsible Investment at KeplerCheuvreux where he received the Farsight Award for best ESG orientated research.

Hazra said: “The complexity of the sustainability issues that investors are facing today requires much deeper analysis. I look forward to working with the team to deliver research that has practical application and can assist investors in their capital allocation decisions and company engagement programs.”

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