SMSF Association new deputy CEO comes from SuperChoice

SMSF Association has appointed Peter Burgess as their new deputy CEO and director of policy and education.

Burgess worked with SMSF Association previously, as technical director, for several years before joining SuperConcepts in 2013. He is the general manager of technology services for the SMSF administration.

SMSF Association chair Andrew Hamilton said, "The Board is delighted to be able to employ someone of the calibre of Peter, a sentiment I know that will be widely shared among the membership where he is highly respected and well regarded."

CEO John Maroney said, "Peter has built up a well-deserved reputation across SMSF policy and technical issues over many years, so to have him back in the Association fold will be a boost for our members and for the SMSF sector in general.

Burgess said he's grateful for the experience he had at SuperConcepts and excited to re-join the SMSF Association. "At such an important and pivotal time for the SMSF sector, I am looking forward to bringing the experience and technical knowledge I have accumulated over many years to the table and making a positive contribution to the growth of the Association and the sector."

SuperConcepts CEO, Lara Bourguignon, said, "Peter has played an instrumental role in mentoring our team and leaves behind a legacy of technical expertise and client focus that will continue to benefit our clients. He has focused on building our brand and developing processes and offerings tailored to client needs. We wish Peter all the best in his new role and look forward to continuing our close relationship with him and the Association in the future."