Huw O’Grady will join GSFM in the newly-created role of key account manager for Victoria where he will work alongside state manager Steve Fletcher.
GSFM head of distribution Damien McIntyre said Mr O’Grady’s appointment to the team is a “reflection of the strong business growth” it experienced in 2014, and recognition that Victoria is a “key market” for GSFM.
“The high level of funds inflows for all our business partners and the success of our partnership approach means that the creation of this role is an important step in our growth strategy,” Mr McIntyre said.
“[Mr O'Grady's] appointment will significantly increase the depth and breadth of our business development capabilities,” he said.
Before starting his new role, Mr O’Grady held a number of positions within the financial services industry, including his most recent position as key account manager for Australian Unity.
GSFM said Mr O’Grady’s appointment follows the retail funds flow for its Grant Samuel Epoch Global Equity Shareholder Yield fund passing $1.5 billion in assets under management, and its addition to the Colonial First State FirstChoice Platform.
The firm also said its Grant Samuel Triple3 Volatility Advantage Fund has been added as an investment option on the Macquarie wrap, and awarded a ‘Recommended’ rating from Lonsec.
