Braving the Storm: Celebrating Unity at the Asset Management Council’s Canberra Chapter Year-End Gathering

We’re thrilled to share a snapshot from the Asset Management Council’s Canberra Chapter end-of-year celebration, a memorable evening held at the renowned Capital Brewery. Sheltering under a marquee to avoid the incoming storm, the photo captures a moment of camaraderie and industry connection, featuring (from left to right) Gary Pearce, Adam Hassan, Ed Gralton, and Rich Windsor. Despite the weather’s challenges, their spirits remained undampened, highlighting the resilience and strong community bonds within our industry.

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Join Our Working Group: Approaches for the holistic assessment of climate event impacts’

Introduction

In a world increasingly shaped by the unpredictable forces of climate change, the need for sustainable and resilient asset management has never been more critical. The Sustainability and Resilience in Asset Management (SRiAM) Special Interest Group is at the forefront of this challenge, and we are excited to announce an opportunity for Asset Management Council members to contribute to this vital field. We are calling for expressions of interest to join a new Working Group focused on “Approaches for the Holistic Assessment of Climate Event Impacts.” This initiative is not just a call to action; it’s an invitation to be part of a groundbreaking journey.

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Call for Nominations to Board of Directors 2024

In accordance with Section 31 of its Constitution, an election is to be held for the Board of Directors of the Asset Management Council, for the term April 2024 – April 2027.  One member of the current Board of Directors is to retire at the AMCouncil 2024 Annual General Meeting and is eligible to stand for re-election for the ensuing three-year term.

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SRiAM Launches first of a series of Discussion Papers

We are proud to announce the release of the first of a series of SRiAM Discussion Papers: “Embedding Sustainability Principles in Asset Management – Key Considerations.” This initiative, led by the AMCouncil’s Sustainability & Resilience in Asset Management (SRiAM) Chair Mary Irwin-Davies and her dedicated team, Ankur Maheshwari, Hanane Fares, Aneurin Hughes, and Lachlan MacLean marks a pivotal moment in our journey towards sustainable asset management.

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