Hesta adds new board member

Hesta has announced the appointment of investment and governance specialist, Sue Dahn, to its board as director and investment committee chair, effective from 1 July, 2023.

Dahn, who is a partner at Pitcher Partners, has more than 30 years of experience providing financial and investment advice. She also brings in extensive board and investment committee experience, including three roles as investment committee chair.

Dahn is currently chair of the investment committee for Breakthrough Victoria, Spirit Super and Australian Communities Foundation.

Sha was also chair of investment committee at MTAA Super Fund, AGEST Super and ESS Super.

At Pitcher Partners, Dahn founded the Investment Advisory practice, which has grown to a team of 65, managing and advising on over $6.5 billion in funds.

Before joining Pitcher Partners, Dahn worked as an accountant gaining experience with KPMG in audit and Arthur Anderson in tax.

She later held senior financial positions in the Victorian Government Departments of Premier and Cabinet and Treasury and Finance.

“Sue brings a wealth of experience to the board as an investment advisor, and her previous board experience will continue to enhance our ability to make a real difference in the lives of our members,” HESTA chair, Nicola Roxon, said.

“HESTA has a record of delivering outstanding investment performance for members and Sue’s appointment will support the delivery of investment excellence with impact for members, while overseeing the management of a growing and significant pool of assets.”