John Gee

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Chair - Mercer Investments (Australia) Limited @ Mercer
new york, new york, united states
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Greater Sydney Area, Australia
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About John Gee

A business leader with extensive experience in global financial services companies spanning more than 25 years as Non Executive and Executive Director, CEO and Senior Executive level in recognised blue chip organisations in Australia and other jurisdictions including New Zealand, and the USA. I have a proven track record of successfully leading organisations and people through periods of significant growth and change in a diverse range of both local and global businesses such as: specialist investment management; multi manager; and boutiques. I have successfully developed a diverse range of skills which include: managing money; membership of investment committees; profit & loss management; leading global sales and client service teams; product management; investment writing; strategic business planning; implementing strategic plans; project management; and business integration. I also have had extensive experience in: investment operations; risk and compliance; governance; trustee Defined Benefit & Defined Contribution Superannuation Plans. This is coupled with a comprehensive understanding of the local and global regulatory environment. My executive experience has provided me with a strong platform to take on Independent Board positions, Committee roles and Consulting assignments.Specialties: 1. Strong leadership skills - managed highly skilled professionals; investment teams, global sales and client service teams;2. Business strategy review and implementation - managing change during business integration through acquisition and rationalisation while minimising disruption;3. Project management;4. Growing business revenue and funds under management;5. P & L management creating substantial shareholder value;6. Implementation of governance and best practice disciplines; and7. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the global competitive environment.

John Gee's Current Company Details
Mercer

Mercer

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Chair - Mercer Investments (Australia) Limited
new york, new york, united states
Website:
mercer.com
Employees:
22255
John Gee Work Experience Details
  • Mercer
    Chair At Mercer Investments (Australia) Limited
    Mercer Apr 2016 - Present
    Sydney, Australia
    Appointed Chair Mercer Investments Australia and Advance Asset Management in July 2023. Previously Chaired the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee, Due Diligence Committee and Remuneration & Nominations CommitteesMercer operates an investment management business and is part of Marsh McLennan Companies - a global group of professional services companies offering advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. Mercer manages in excess of US$420 billion assets worldwide as at 30 June 2024.
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  • Cromarty Consulting Pty Limited
    Director
    Cromarty Consulting Pty Limited Dec 1993 - Present
    Sydney, Australia
    Various consulting assignments specialising in financial services providing strategic advice to boutique & large investment managers, market entry studies, project management/governance and M&A activities.Recent assignment: Chair Sheffield Haworth (Australia) a leading global executive search firm.
  • Yarra Investment Management (Formerly Nikko Asset Management (Au))
    Independent Chair
    Yarra Investment Management (Formerly Nikko Asset Management (Au)) Mar 2011 - Jun 2023
    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
    Yarra Asset Management and Nikko Asset Management entered into a long term partnership in April 2021. Yarra Capital Management is now one of Australia’s independently owned funds management businesses with approx. $23b of funds under management.Yarra Investment Management is the Responsible Entity for the Yarra funds which include;Yarra Equities, Fixed Income and Diversified Funds; the Nikko Global Funds; and the Tyndall Australian Equity Funds.
  • Nikko Asset Management Australia
    Independent Chair - Member Risk & Compliance, Audit And Due Diligence Committees
    Nikko Asset Management Australia Mar 2011 - Apr 2021
    Sydney, Australia
    Nikko AM Australia and Nikko AM Limited are part of the Nikko Asset Management Co., Ltd's group of companies, Asia's premier global asset manager, with approximately $348(AU) billion in funds under management as at 30 September 2020. Nikko AM manages funds on behalf of institutional and retail investors, private clients, superannuation funds and charitable trusts.Independent Chair, Audit and Due Diligence Committees (Chair) Member Risk & Compliance for:- Nikko AM the investment manager for the mandates and the schemes until 12 April 2021 when Nikko AM became part of the Yarra Capital Management Group; - Nikko Asset Management Australia Limited the responsible entity for it's public offer funds.
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  • Calibre Capital
    Compliance Committee Member
    Calibre Capital Oct 2008 - Jul 2015
    Sydney, Australia
    Calibre Capital is an independent real estate funds management firm. Responsible entity for theCalibre Capital Real Estate Workout Funds No 1 & 2
  • Nab Asset Management
    Independent Director & Chairman Due Diligence Committee- Antares Capital Partners
    Nab Asset Management Jul 2013 - Aug 2014
    Sydney, Australia
    Antares Capital Partners Limited is a Responsible Entity in the direct investment management business of the MLC Group of companies and the National Australia Bank. Prior to Antares Capital Partners, I served on the board of nabInvest Managed Investments Limited from August 2006 until July 2013.I Chaired the Due Diligence Committee since it's inception in 2010 until July 2013.
  • Nab Asset Management
    Independent Director & Chairman Due Diligence Committee
    Nab Asset Management Aug 2006 - Jul 2013
    Sydney, Australia
    Responsible Entity for various trusts managed by nabInvest Capital Partners.Examples include: Altrinsic Global Advisors, Northward Capital, Presima Inc., Redpoint Investment Management P/L, Fairview and Antares Fixed Income.
  • Distra Pty Limited
    Non Executive Director
    Distra Pty Limited Mar 2009 - Mar 2012
    An independent Australian software company that successfully developed next generation switching technology to directly address the challenges facing the global payments industry. Successfully exited. Sold to ACI Worldwide Inc; (NASDAQ:ACIW)
  • Peloton Sports Inc.
    President
    Peloton Sports Inc. Sep 2004 - Nov 2011
    Sydney, Australia
    One of the Founder's of Peloton Sports Inc. established in 2004. Now one of the largest cycling clubs in NSW.
  • Suncorp Group
    Consultant
    Suncorp Group Apr 2010 - Mar 2011
    Assisting the CEO & CFO Suncorp Life review strategic options relating to Suncorp's Investment Management business, Tyndall/Suncorp Investment Management (Tyndall) which resulted in the sale of Tyndall to Nikko Asset Management.
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  • Northcape Capital
    Consultant
    Northcape Capital Nov 2008 - Mar 2009
    A successful boutique Australian equities manager.Advised Northcape on a broad range of matters including confirming their preferred distribution model.
  • Coast Asset Management, Llc
    Consultant
    Coast Asset Management, Llc Mar 2008 - Feb 2009
    A US based hedge fund manager, contemplating establishing a business in Australia. Completed an in depth market entry study and introduced Coast's executives to key stakeholders in the local market.
  • Mlc Limited
    General Manager
    Mlc Limited Jun 1999 - Apr 2007
    1. Executive Director of asset management boards2. Member Global Private Equity Investment Committee3. Chaired Business forum within asset management4. Director of portfolio companies eg Forestry, Rail, Property5. Chaired integration of MLC Investment Management/National Asset Management6. Responsible for various teams including:Australian Fixed Income ($15b FuM);Global Private Equity ($2.5b commitments) and anStrategic alliance with Capital International Inc with $7.5 billion institutional mandates.
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  • Mfs Investment Management
    Senior Vice-President And Managing Director Global Sales And Marketing
    Mfs Investment Management Jan 1994 - Mar 1999
    Boston, Usa And Sydney, Australia
    Responsible for Global Sales and Marketing headquartered in Boston.Formulated MFS' global sales and marketing plans, implementing these plans to achieve significant growth.Developed distribution model for MFS' institutional business and recruited senior sales and marketing professionals with specilalist skills in, for example; Corporate; Public Funds; Taft-Hartley, Endowments and Foundations; and investment only 401k markets. In addition I created other specialist roles and appointed asset consultant relationship managers, investment specialists for domestic and international fixed income and equities.Developed a full suite of institutional products
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  • American Express
    Director & Executive Committee Member Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific
    American Express Mar 1992 - Dec 1993
    Consolidated 3 sales teams into one, which significantly reduced costs. Cross trained sales team to provide solutions based outcomes for the customer. Nearly doubled billings in a 12 month period.Trustee for the American Express Defined Benefits and Defined Contribution Funds.
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  • Mlc Limited
    General Manager
    Mlc Limited Mar 1990 - Mar 1992
    Created awareness of the "new" MLC investment process, the manager of manager's offer. Overcame resistance and won large mandates. Developed new products: Capital Stable, Balance Growth funds, recruited sales sales professionals and integrated some of the Capita Financial Services team as a result of a take over.
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  • Leadenhall Investment Managers Limited
    Director Marketing And Client Services
    Leadenhall Investment Managers Limited Aug 1984 - Mar 1990
    Based In Wellington, New Zealand, Leadenhall was the largest independent investment manager in NZ, managing institutional mandates for local corporations, multi-nationals, professional associations and union funds.
  • Hallenstein Brothers
    Financial Controller/Company Accountant
    Hallenstein Brothers Jan 1979 - Aug 1984
    Hallenstein Bros. Limited (NZX:HLG)Group Accountant based in it's Head Office, Dunedin
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  • J W Smeaton & Co; Chartered Accountants
    Accountant
    J W Smeaton & Co; Chartered Accountants Jan 1974 - Jan 1979
    Dunedin
    Chartered Accountants, Dunedin, NZAssignments included preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and companies including preparation of consolidated accounts, audit and tax.

John Gee Skills

Asset Management Portfolio Management Financial Services Investment Management Private Equity Due Diligence Business Strategy Equities Asset Managment Risk Management Mergers And Acquisitions Strategy Hedge Funds Superannuation Governance Project Management Financial Risk Finance Alternative Investments Corporate Governance Investment Strategies Wealth Management Securities Mutual Funds Fixed Income Financial Markets Derivatives Financial Structuring Asset Allocation Capital Markets Restructuring Funding Investment Advisory Programme Governance

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John Gee works for Mercer

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John Gee's current role is Chair - Mercer Investments (Australia) Limited.

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John Gee attended University Of Otago, Otago Boys' High School.

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