Prior to joining Statewide Super, Con was Director of Marketing and Client Services for Manhattan-based boutique investment firm Pzena Investment Management, where he was responsible for marketing the firm's products and services in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Singapore. He was previously the Director, Head of Institutional Business, for Merrill Lynch Investment Managers based in Sydney. Con has also worked in London with Alliance Capital Management and was the first Australian practice leader of investment consulting for Watson Wyatt.

Con has a Bachelor of Mathematical Science from the University of Adelaide, a Masters of Science from the University of London and a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Strategy from Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.

He brings to Statewide over 25 years of experience across diverse industries including banking and finance, logistics, sport and leisure, and information technology.

Before joining Statewide Super, Grant was CFO of Intec Group, South Australia’s largest privately-owned professional services firm, where he was responsible for all finance, HR, business support and systems administration functions. Prior to this, he was a consultant at Better Business Basics and held various relationship management roles at ANZ over a 13 year period.

Grant’s background in strategic planning, financial modelling, corporate governance frameworks and risk assessment ensures that the interests of members is at the forefront of Statewide Super’s thinking.

Grant holds a Diploma in Management from Leadership Management Australia and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

She is responsible for introducing new employers and members to Statewide Super and works closely with key partners to assist with growth opportunities across all industry sectors. Debbie is passionate about the delivery of exceptional service and takes great pride in ensuring that our employers are well supported in managing their super obligations.

Before joining Statewide Super, Debbie was Adelaide Bank’s National Sales Manager for the Wealth Management Division and prior to this she held the role of SA/NT Regional Manager for ING from 2001 – 2007. Earlier in her career, Debbie held various senior positions at ANZ Bank which included providing advice to clients as one of their leading Certified Financial Planners.

Debbie holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Adelaide, a Diploma in Financial Planning and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Debbie is also a Director of Tennis SA.

Her focus is on driving a high performance culture, creating innovative ways to engage and empower employees.

Julie has over 15 years’ experience within the financial services industry. Prior to joining Statewide Super, Julie spent 13 years in London working for the global US investment management firm, Dimensional Fund Advisors.  

Julie is a Certified Professional Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute. 

Kristyn provides timely, commercial legal advice and support to the organisation on a range of investment, operational and related legal issues.

Prior to joining Statewide Super as Legal Counsel in January 2014, Kristyn was a Senior Associate at top-tier international law firm, Minter Ellison. She has over 20 years’ experience advising clients on complex commercial and legal matters and over 10 years’ experience working in the financial services industry.

Kristyn is known for her down to earth approach, high quality advice and creative problem solving. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from the University of Adelaide, a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics) from Melbourne University, a Master of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) from Deakin University and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the Law Society of South Australia.

Kieran has significant experience in managing all facets of risk including regulatory risk, market risk and operational risk in some of Australia’s largest ASX-listed and global financial institutions, both in Australia and internationally.

Prior to joining Statewide Super, Kieran was Head of Operational Risk for Standard Chartered Private Bank, based in Singapore. Kieran has also held senior executive positions with NAB, CBA, Credit Suisse and Macquarie Bank.

Kieran holds a Masters in Business Administration from The Melbourne Business School, University of Melbourne. He also holds a Bachelors degree in Management from Queensland Institute of Technology and a Bachelors degree in Accountancy from The Queensland University of Technology. Kieran is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Risk Management Institution of Australasia Directors.

With close to 20 years in strategic marketing and communication roles, Nicole joined Statewide Super in March 2016 and has been the Head of Marketing since May 2017.

Prior to commencing at Statewide Super she was a Director of Brand Activation Company, Amplifi-ID. As a brand activations specialist, Nicole worked with national brands iiNet and Santos, local and state government departments and not for profit organisations to elevate brand awareness and maximise consumer engagement.

With five years spent heading up the marketing and engagement functions in South Australia’s largest local government organisation and five years with member based organisations YWCA Australia and YWCA Adelaide, Nicole is deeply committed to strengthening member engagement and passionate about working in the profit for member superannuation sector.

Nicole holds a Bachelor of Business (Marketing), a Post Graduate Diploma in Communications (PR) and a Master of Arts in Communications Management all from the University of South Australia and is a Certified Practising Marketer with the Australian Marketing Institute. Nicole is also a Director of South Adelaide Football Club.

Lisa is responsible for making a real difference to the financial futures of Statewide Super members with a particular focus on education, financial advice and engagement strategies. Her team are committed to empowering members, whether it is to help a new member at the start of their superannuation journey or to support a retiring member realise the full benefits of their savings in retirement. The importance of assisting members to feel confident in their financial well-being is paramount to all within the Member Engagement team.

Lisa holds a Bachelors degree in Business (Accounting), an Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and is a Certified Financial Planner with the Financial Planning Association (FPA). Prior to this appointment at Statewide Super, Lisa has extensive experience in Financial Advice, both as a practicing Financial Adviser and in leading advice teams. Her commitment to improving advice outcomes for all Australians also sees her working with the FPA on the Conduct Review Commission which regulates the conduct of FPA members to uphold professional and ethical standards within the advice profession.