The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) invites members to attend our 2025 Annual General Meeting. This year, our AGM will be held online only.
At this year’s AGM we will update members on RIAA’s many successes over FY25, as well as our progress towards achieving our three-year strategy to deliver on our mission “to promote, advocate for, and support approaches to responsible investment that align capital with achieving a healthy and sustainable society, environment and economy.”
Partner and Portfolio Manager
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Koda Capital
As a Partner and Portfolio Manager at Koda Capital, Kate works closely with clients to bridge the gap between financial prosperity and personal purpose. By deeply integrating Responsible Investment (RI) principles into wealth management, she helps clients align their capital with their core values while building resilient, long-term portfolios.
Kate’s approach is backed by a nearly 20-year career across the full ecosystem of sustainable finance—spanning legal practice, investment banking, ESG research and data, funds management, and private wealth. Previously, as Global Head of Responsible Investment at First Sentier Group, she led a specialist global team advising investment professionals on applying an RI lens across multiple asset classes.
A recognised leader in governance and industry advocacy, Kate has served on numerous boards and committees, including as Chair of the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) and Chair and Founding Member of Investors Against Slavery and Trafficking APAC (IAST APAC), actively driving systemic change on critical issues like climate risk and human rights.
Co-CEO
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RIAA
With a distinguished 20-year career at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Estelle Parker brings crucial expertise in government relations, policy-making, and themes important to responsible investors, including human rights and the SDGs. As a leader driving RIAA’s research, certification, policy, standards, and working group programs, her leadership has elevated these initiatives to achieve heightened levels of professionalism, impact, and value delivery for our members, aligning seamlessly with RIAA’s strategic objectives.
Beyond her organisational impact, Estelle is a respected figure in the responsible investment landscape, serving as a strong advocate on influential global and government committees, including the Principles for Responsible Investment’s Global Policy Reference Group, the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance (as a Board member) and the Australian Government’s Natural Capital Working Group. Additionally, she serves as the Convenor of the Taskforce on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures official Consultation Group for Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, and the Steering Committee for the Australian Sustainable Finance Institute. She is also the Vice President of the Council of the Australian Institute for International Affairs (Victoria).
Co-CEO
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RIAA
Dean is committed to cultivating meaningful engagement opportunities for members and ensuring the delivery of high-quality membership values that significantly contributes to the sector. Passionate about championing ESG investment, 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, resulting in substantial growth and transformative organisational changes. With over a decade of experience leading teams in the not-for-profit sector, Dean has driven remarkable growth in membership and events while forging essential industry partnerships. 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.
