Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

HESTA hires growth executive

Mitchell-Adams joins the HESTA leadership team as it implements its three-year strategy.

Ashish Kehair promoted to Managing Director & CEO of Edelweiss Wealth Management

The appointment is subject to regulatory approvals.

Pictet Names Asia Ex-Japan Head of HR

Pictet has 10 years of private wealth management experience with the bank and held various senior roles

New growth in IQ-EQ Asia

IQ-EQ’s considered expansion into mainland China marks the country’s increasingly important position in private equity, real estate and private credit as well as family offices and private wealth.

EquitiesFirst hires Singapore head

Equities First Holdings is bolstering its offering in Asia with the appointment of former Nomura Wealth Management executive Johnny Heng as managing director and head of Singapore.

Ex-AIA Chief Distribution Officer Joins HSBC

HSBC said its recent acquisition of Axa Singapore for $575 million, is key to achieving its goal of becoming a leading wealth manager in Asia.

Grant Thornton installs new national leader

Will work alongside Narsey as member of the not-for-profit industry group and will continue in his role as Chair of Grant Thornton’s Brisbane office.

IML appoints CEO from Natixis IM

Hambly started the role on 1 August and his role at Natixis IM was taken over by Louise Watson, former head of distribution for Australia and New Zealand

MAS sets up sustainability group, appoints Chief Sustainability Officer

"The formation of the Sustainability Group reflects MAS’ commitment to embed climate change and environmental sustainability across its roles as a financial regulator, as a promoter of the financial sector, and as an organisation."

Sanne announce new Head of Singapore

His new role will continue to develop and drive Sanne’s alternative and corporate offering across the region.

VP Bank Private Banker Joins HNW Insurer

Bill Johnston, previously global head of sales, PCS, will take on the newly created role of group chief commercial officer, PCS, also effective 1 September 2021.

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Appoints Head of Malaysia

He will be responsible for managing operations and driving success and overall profitability.

Praemium positions for growth with internal promotion

“Since Mat joined the business at the end of 2017, he’s played a key role in developing Praemium’s market positioning and re-branding, overall platform and product value proposition and strategic investment in sales,”

Merlon appoints sustainability manager

“ESG related matters are becoming increasingly important in assessing potential and monitoring existing investments,”

ECP grows its investment team

“The firm has been experiencing strong growth in recent months as investors seek out asset managers who offer exposure to high quality investment opportunities,”

State Super hires DC investments executive

He takes on State Super chief investment officer Charles Wu's previous role, which he held prior to his promotion to investments chief.

MLC bolsters private equity team

Both Chen and Ganesalingam will support the origination and execution of fund and co-investments in the US and Europe.

Sydney multi-boutique hires from Dimensional

Lyons is an active member of the CFA Professional Learning Committee and was previously the chair of the ASFA Emerging Leaders Committee for Victoria.

Northern Trust Names New Head Across ANZ

He succeeds Angelo Calvitto, who was named as head of Northern Trust in Asia Pacific in June this year.

Kellie Blackall joins EY’s technology consulting arm as a partner

Earlier in her career, Blackall was with Microsoft for nearly two decades, gaining extensive industry experience in the Microsoft solutions space.

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