UniSuper chief executive, Kevin O’Sullivan, has been award the 2020 Fund Executive Association Limited (FEAL) Fund Executive of the Year and was recognised for his passion for digital innovation.
FEAL said O’Sullivan was named the award recipient for his contribution in areas including digital innovation, corporate strategy, and his leadership during the pandemic.
FEAL chair, Jane Perry, said: “Kevin’s outstanding leadership of UniSuper and his contribution to the industry over many decades makes him the perfect recipient for this award.
“His passion for digital innovation in particular has helped UniSuper’s members become more engaged with their superannuation and goals for retirement.”
The award was in its 19th year and recognised a fund executive who had made an outstanding contribution to their fund and the super industry. The awards were attended by 60 industry guests in Sydney and live streamed to FEAL members around the country.
“Recognising outstanding leadership in superannuation is an important pillar to building confidence in the system and ultimately improving retirement outcomes for all Australians,” Perry said.
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