“The IFSA Board is delighted to appoint John as its new CEO. He brings both stature and a wealth of experience to the position,” said IFSA Chair David Deverall on announcing the appointment.

From mid 2006 to December 2008, John Brogden was the CEO of health insurer Manchester Unity until its successful merger with HCF. He was the Independent Chairman of Abacus, the industry body representing Australia’s credit unions, building societies and friendly societies from 2006 to 2009.

Brogden was a Member of the NSW Parliament from 1996 to 2005 and Leader of the Opposition for three-and-a-half years from 2002 to 2005.

Deverall also thanked outgoing CEO Richard Gilbert for his dedicated and effective service, both as Deputy CEO from 1998 to 2002 and as CEO from 2002 until his official retirement on
28 August.