Adviser Network, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lonsec Fiscal, has announced the appointment of Duncan McPherson as CEO with effect from 31 August 2015.
Adviser Network is a leading non-institutionally aligned provider of financial advice infrastructure, services and technology to the Australian superannuation industry, helping funds more effectively manage member engagement, satisfaction and retention.
In his new role, Mr McPherson will be responsible for continuing the sustainable growth of Adviser Network whilst also looking for new ways to meet the growing advice needs of superannuation members, advisers and consumers.
Mr McPherson has over 20 year experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Adviser Network, Mr McPherson spent 12 years with MLC in various roles, including State Manager for MLC Advice Solutions and Head of Licensee Productivity and Development at MLC.
Nathan MacPhee, Director of Adviser Network and Joint CEO of Lonsec Fiscal, said the appointment positions Adviser Network strongly for its next phase of growth.
“Duncan’s expertise lies in his wide ranging experience and capability in the development and implementation of customer led advice models, stakeholder engagement, leadership, as well as strategy and business development.
“His wealth of experience and deep understanding of the financial advice sector makes him well suited for the CEO role and to lead Adviser Network to continued success.”
Mr MacPhee also said this appointment further strengthened the Adviser Network team.
“Adviser Network delivers tailored, efficient and scalable solutions through both an integrated direct and online capability to the Australian Superannuation Industry,” Mr MacPhee said.
“This appointment of Duncan will position Adviser Network to continue delivering high quality services and advice for our clients.”
Launched in 2011, Adviser Network works with a range of clients, including Mine Wealth and Wellbeing, ESSSuper, Intrust Super, Club Plus Super, Mercy Super, Christian Super, Suncorp, HOSTPLUS, NGS Super, QIEC Super, Club Super and AON.
The Lonsec Fiscal group of companies consists of Lonsec Research, Lonsec Stockbroking, SuperRatings, MPF Ratings, SuperSavvy, Adviser Network and Toowards.
Source: Lonsec
