Michael Seton, AGEST's Chief Executive Officer, has been named as the winner of the 2009 Fund Executive of the Year Award.
Supported by AMP Capital Investors, this prestigious award recognises outstanding leadership and achievement by a fund executive within the Australian superannuation industry. Mr Seton was selected because of his innovative approach to member services and his outstanding stewardship of AGEST during a period of significant market volatility.
In recognition of his hard work, Michael will receive a $20,000 education grant to study at an internationally recognised business school.
"Mr Seton has made an outstanding contribution as an active member of the superannuation community. Over the past year he has stood out as a leader who has excelled in an environment of difficult investment markets and significant regulatory change."
Dr Carol Gill: Program Director for Organisational Leadership, MBS & 2009 Selection Committee Chair