Mr Cooper has more than 35 years of experience in the legal and financial sectors, working predominantly across corporate advice, mergers and acquisitions, and superannuation.

John Burke, CEO of Bennelong Funds Management, says Mr Cooper brings a wealth of industry experience and knowledge to the board.

“Jeremy is an industry veteran with unparalleled experience and expertise in the Australian superannuation and wealth sectors.”

Mr Cooper was previously chairman, retirement income at Challenger Limited. Prior to this, he was appointed by the Rudd Government to chair a wide-ranging review of the superannuation system, known as the ‘Cooper Review’. Earlier in his career, he was the deputy chairman of ASIC and, before that, a partner of law firm, now called Ashurst Australia.

He is currently the chair of the advisory board of the Conexus Institute, a not-for-profit superannuation think tank, and is a member of the Public Policy Committee of the SMSF Association.

Mr Cooper’s appointment follows several changes to the Bennelong board as the business streamlines its focus in the Australian market. He will be replacing Vicki Allen, who is retiring after serving eight years on the board

“On behalf of Bennelong, I extend our thanks to Vicki for her contributions to the company and wish her all the best in her future endeavours. We are looking forward to working with Jeremy as we continue our growth strategy in the Australian market.”

The board is chaired by longstanding board member, Lincoln McMahon. Mr McMahon has been on the board for eight years, providing a wealth of knowledge, experience and dedication to the table.

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Vicki Allen is an experienced non-executive director, with an executive career of over 25 years in the financial services and property investment industries. She provides strong governance expertise across regulated entities and her executive roles included senior strategic, product, operations and advisory roles at The Trust Company, MLC and Lend Lease Corporation.

Lincoln McMahon brings extensive CEO and COO experience, and has held senior roles in asset management, insurance and banking around the globe. Lincoln previously worked as COO at BlackRock, which included a position on the board and CFO responsibilities. Prior to this, Lincoln was CEO at HSBC Insurance and Superannuation, which included a board role in Mexico City.

“The appointment of Vicki and Lincoln, coupled with the addition of Andrea Waters earlier this year, comes at an exciting time for Bennelong,” said Bennelong Chair, Mike Pratt.

“Over the past year, the launch of new funds and the acquisition of new boutiques has seen the company grow exponentially with plans well underway to continue on our growth trajectory.

“The addition of these three new board members allows Bennelong to continue its vision of expansion, both locally and offshore.”

Recently, Mike Pratt was honoured as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2016 Honours List, the highest recognition for outstanding achievement and service to the Australian community.

He was recognised for his significant service to public administration through reforms in customer service and communication, and to the finance and banking industry.

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