REI Super announces the appointment of two new Independent Directors
1 April 2022
REI Super, one of the first industry super funds in Australia and ranked 8th best performing fund by SuperRatings for the year ended 30 June 2021*, has announced the appointments of two new Independent Directors; Craig Dunstan and Geoff Peck.
REI Super Independent Chair, Claire Higgins, welcomed the appointments of Craig and Geoff to the Board who commence their roles on 1 April 2022.
Craig has over 35 years’ experience in the financial services industry in a range of governance, senior executive and investment roles. He is currently Chair of Futurity Investment Group and a Non-executive Director and Chair of the Investment Committee of Latrobe Health Insurance. His executive career has entailed senior executive roles at Australian Unity, MacarthurCook and Vasco Trustees.
“I see REI Super as having a strong future catering for the retirement needs of people in the real estate industry. I look forward to working with the strong team”. Craig said.
Geoff has over 35 years’ experience in superannuation and life insurance. He has managed administration, distribution, product, marketing and investment areas of major superannuation businesses as well as consulted to major industry funds and insurers. Geoff has also been an independent director of AIA Australia, Aracon Super (Chair) and Choice of Super Association (Chair).
“Having worked in the superannuation industry for over 35 years, I am a deep believer in the benefits that our super funds deliver to the Australian community. I am very proud to be working with REI Super to continue the great work that it does for the financial security of people working in the real estate industry.” Geoff commented.
Claire expressed that the board, which includes member-elected directors and independent directors from outside of the real estate industry, has a breadth of knowledge and diverse views which would challenge our thinking and support our focus on providing the best outcomes for our members.
Craig and Geoff replace previous Independent Director, Michelle Beveridge, and retiring longstanding Independent Director, Emery Feyzeny, who joined the REI Super board in 2012.
Claire thanked Emery for his dedication and important contribution to the Fund and members during his tenure as Independent Director.
Claire said “I’d like to thank Emery for his contribution and leadership over the past 10 years, particularly as the Chair of the Investment Committee. As the first Independent Director appointed to the Board, Emery has made a significant contribution to the growth of the Fund and managed the risks associated with this growth through good governance. In doing so, Emery has helped our members prepare for their retirement. We wish Emery and his family good health and happiness.”
* REI Super was ranked 8th best performing super fund across Australia by SuperRatings for their MySuper Balanced option returning 20.0% for the year ending 30 June 2021.
About REI Super
REI Super is Australia's industry super fund for real estate professionals with over 24,600 members and more than $2 billion in funds under management. The fund is public offer, and open to anyone, with a focus on those working in real estate and property related businesses across Australia.
REI Super provides a range of superannuation services, including super and retirement options, as well as tailored Death, Total and Permanent Disablement and Salary Continuance insurance for members.
As an industry fund, they offer professional investment management with lower fees, a record of strong returns, personalised service and a choice of investment options. www.reisuper.com.au
Media contact:
Jarrod Coysh
Chief Executive Officer
Telephone: (03) 9629 6556
Email: j.coysh@reisuper.com.au
