
Anne Browne
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Chief People and Impact Officer
Australian Retirement Trust
Anne joined Australian Retirement Trust in 2014 and as Chief People & Impact Officer, is responsible for leading ART’s People & Culture, Legal, Secretariat & Accountability, and Advocacy & Impact teams. Anne has also previously served as the Chief Risk Officer at ART responsible for risk, compliance and regulatory affairs, financial crime and internal audit. Anne has more than 30 years’ experience in the financial services industry, which has included senior roles at UBS in Australia and Switzerland. Anne holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Master of Applied Finance and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Anne has been a director for ART People Services Pty Limited since March 2023.
Anne can speak at this event about women’s leadership, advocacy, and financial equity within superannuation. She can focus on issues like the superannuation gender gap and ART working towards a more inclusive and supportive financial future for all.
SESSIONS
Day 2
11:25
Keynote Panel: Strengthening Financial Equity
How macroeconomic trends are deepening financial inequity for women, and why leaders must act on the ripple effects across pay, progression, and retention
The long-term impact of superannuation gaps and career breaks on women's financial security and leadership continuity
What leaders can do to create financially resilient pathways that support advancement, equity, and long-term success
Embedding financial wellbeing into leadership strategy – transparent pay, equitable benefits, career mobility, and education
Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo, Chief Economist, PRD Real Estate; Board of Director, Multicultural Australia
Kate Farrar, Chief Executive Officer, Brighter Super
Anne Browne, Chief People and Impact Officer, Australian Retirement Trust