The closing address of Day 1 of the RIAA Conference will feature the announcement of the 2026 Responsible Super Fund Leaders, Responsible Investment Leaders and Responsible Investors in Australia.
For the first time, these recognitions will be announced in person at the conference, bringing delegates together to acknowledge the organisations leading responsible investment practice across the Australian market.
The announcement will cover:
Responsible Super Fund Leaders - the highest-scoring super funds assessed across governance, responsible investment commitment, implementation, outcomes and transparency
Responsible Investment Leaders - the highest-scoring investment managers assessed across responsible investment commitment, ESG integration, stewardship and allocation of capital
Responsible Investors - investment managers that demonstrated strong performance across the same four pillars
This leaders announcement recognises the organisations setting the pace for responsible investment in Australia, at a time of increasing scrutiny and expectation. Join us as we acknowledge leadership and celebrate progress across the industry.
Co-CEO of RIAA
Dean collaborates closely with global and local asset managers, super funds, Kiwisaver providers, financial advisors, and wealth platforms to align capital with sustainable outcomes. His strategic leadership has played a pivotal role in elevating RIAA's presence in both Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. With over a decade of experience leading teams in the not-for-profit sector, Dean also serves as a member of the National Advisory Board on Impact Investing in New Zealand and sits on the GovCo of the New Zealand Stewardship Code.
