Catholic Super appoints two new Directors 

Catholic Super has announced two new Board appointments. Rob Purcell joined as an Employer Director on 1 June and Deirdre Wroth will commence as Independent Director from 1 July.

Mr Purcell was nominated by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia and brings close to 40 years of industry experience across actuarial, corporate superannuation, remuneration and people operations, together with deep Defined Benefit expertise in plan design, governance, funding and regulatory compliance.

Ms Wroth has held senior executive roles across banking, wealth management and investments, with responsibility for investment strategy, product governance, portfolio construction, advice and investment approvals within large and complex institutions. Most recently, she served as Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Investment Committee at Team Super.

Catholic Super Chair Michael Cameron said the appointments will bring new perspective and substantial industry experience across superannuation, investments and governance. 

“Rob and Deirdre are highly accomplished leaders whose experience will further strengthen our Board. Together they bring deep expertise across superannuation, investment oversight, governance and member outcomes, and their appointments reflect the next stage in our Board’s evolution,” Mr Cameron said.

“As Catholic Super continues to grow, it is important that the Board continues to renew itself in ways that preserve experience, add fresh perspective and support strong decision making for the benefit of our members and employers.”

The appointments come as director Justine Hickey concludes her current term, as Independent Director. Ms Hickey joined the Board in 2017 and the fund thanks her for her years of service and commitment as Independent Director, Deputy Board Chair and as Chair of the Investment Committee.