CSF announces new Chief Investment Officer

CSF has announced the appointment of Anna Shelley as its new chief investment officer (CIO).

Shelley, who succeeds retiring CIO Garrie Lette, will oversee all aspects of the investment arrangements of CSF's $9 billion MyLife MyMoney Superannuation Master Trust which operates both Catholic Super and MyLife MySuper as well as a financial planning company and a bank dedicated to the Master Trust's super members.

Shelley commenced her financial career as a principal consultant for JANA Investment Advisers before holding a number of positions at MLC Investment Management. Most recently, she was the general manager, product & strategy at Perpetual Investments, a role she left in August 2017.

Commenting on her appointment, CSF CEO, Frank Pegan, said: "Anna's exceptional experience, investment expertise combined with her strategic and leadership qualities, will ensure CSF retains its position as one of Australia's leading investment performers. Anna comes to us with a strong history of delivering for members and a socially conscientious approach to investment, making her a perfect fit for CSF."

Shelley added: "I am thrilled to be joining the team at CSF as Chief Investment Officer...Garrie and I will continue to work together to ensure a smooth transition for all our members, partners and the CSF team."