A research and ratings firm has joined the awards as a research partner and will judge the winners across several categories.
SuperRatings – which is a part of the Lonsec Group – is supporting the 11th annual Super Fund of the Year Awards as a research partner.
The research group will also use its expertise and insights to judge the award winners across 19 categories, including MySuper of the Year, MyChoice of the Year, and Retirement Offering of the Year.
Commenting on its support for the awards program, SuperRatings executive director Kirby Rappell said: “In a rapidly changing industry, partnering with the Super Fund of the Year Awards allows us to deliver the best event possible while remaining focused on showcasing those funds who have gone above and beyond in generating the best outcomes for their members.”
Rappell said the research house was driven to join the awards as a partner because the “opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and peers at an event focused on the super industry has been really well received in this new format”.
“There is a strong focus on superannuation and how funds are delivering for their members,” he said.
“This award program, which leverages SuperRatings strong research capabilities, ensures funds can demonstrate how they are meeting the moment and supporting members to make positive choices about their super.”
SuperRatings is a Lonsec company that provides research and ratings for and insights into the superannuation industry.
The research house will add significant value to the awards program through its expertise and by conducting its comprehensive, independent research on super funds.
It will also provide greater transparency and insight into the investment products and services that are being recognised at the awards.
The Super Fund of the Year Awards is an independent, whole-of-market program that provides national recognition to the top superannuation funds and professionals in the sector, including super fund trustees, executives, group insurance executives, and custodians.
This year, Super Review invited professionals to enter into two individual categories, including Industry Thought Leader of the Year and Marketer of the Year.
The first – the Industry Thought Leader of the Year category – acknowledges the hard work and dedication of a thought leader who promotes growth, development, and success in the superannuation sector, while proposing new and challenging ideas and initiating conversations regarding the desired direction of the industry.
The second submissions-based category is Marketer of the Year, which champions a leading marketing, PR, or communications professional who supports the superannuation sector via the provision of their services to managers and firms. They should also demonstrate that their advice has bolstered reputation, professionalism, and best practices in the superannuation space.
The awards were open to every organisation and professional that supports the Australian superannuation industry, including large institutions and funds, boutique challengers, senior executives, and rising stars.
The Best Super Fund of the Year will be determined following a vote by financial advisers.
The winners of the remaining 19 categories will be determined by SuperRatings. Click here to review their judging methodology.
The finalists will be announced on Wednesday, 18 September 2024.
Winners will be revealed at the black-tie gala ceremony on Thursday, 31 October 2024 at Grand Hyatt, Melbourne.
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