Insignia Financial appoints Danielle Press

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Insignia Financial appoints Danielle Press

Insignia Financial has appointed Danielle Press as Chair and Non-Executive Director of the Insignia Financial Ltd (IFL) Trustees (Insignia Trustees)*. Ms Press will join the Trustees as a Non-Executive Director from 19 September 2024 and will commence as Chair in November.

Ms Press joins the Insignia Trustees with more than 30 years’ experience across the financial services industry, most recently as a Commissioner at ASIC between 2018 and 2023. Prior to that she was CEO at The Myer Family Company, CEO at Equipsuper and Managing Director at UBS Global Asset Management.

Ms Press will replace Lindsay Smartt who, after five years with the organisation, has decided to step down.

Commenting on the appointment, Insignia Financial Chair Allan Griffiths said attracting a Chair of Ms Press’ calibre and experience would serve the organisation’s super fund members well.

“We’re excited to welcome Danielle,” said Mr Griffiths. “She brings a wealth of industry knowledge and an unwavering commitment to driving outcomes for members.

“Danielle’s appointment also highlights our ongoing focus on and commitment to uplifting our risk governance culture.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Lindsay for his leadership and contribution during his time with us. Lindsay has played a significant role in how we, at Insignia Financial, look after our superannuation members and their best interests,” said Mr Griffiths.

Ms Press said: “I genuinely believe in the power of Australia’s superannuation system and what it can deliver for members in retirement.

“I’m honoured to be joining Insignia Financial at such a transformational time for the organisation, and committed to helping drive member outcomes.”

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*The Insignia Financial Ltd (IFL) Trustees (Insignia Trustees) comprise four entities, I.O.O.F. Investment Management Limited (IIML), NULIS Nominees (Australia) Limited (NULIS), OnePath Custodians Pty Ltd (OPC) and Oasis Fund Management Limited (OFM). Collectively, these entities are responsible for five Registrable Superannuation Entities (RSEs) including MLC Super, Retirement Portfolio Services, Oasis Superannuation Master Trust, AvWrap, and IOOF Portfolio Service.