Anson is responsible for the smooth running of RIAA's long-standing Certification Program. In this capacity, he manages and improves processes, guides the team of Responsible Investment Analysts their certification and sustainability classifications assessments, and is an AFSL Responsible Manager. Anson also leads on complex certifications, develops and refines RIAA's assessment guidance so it remains fit for purpose in a changing market environment.

Prior to joining RIAA, he spent 19 years at Daiwa Capital Markets and Piper Jaffray (Asia) conducting equity research focusing on emerging markets. He has produced high-quality equity research and ESG thematic reports for institutional clients, and advised institutional investors worldwide on stocks, providing them financial and risk analyses, including ESG factor analyses.

Anson holds a Master of Arts (Mathematics), Certificate in ESG Investing (CFA UK) and is a Charted Financial Analyst (CFA).