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Australian Finance Group (ASX:AFG) welcomes new board member

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ASX:AFG      MCAP $406.1M
10 December 2021 17:06 (AEST)
Australian Finance Group (ASX:AFG) - Independent Non Executive Director, Annette King

Source: Annette King / LinkedIn

Australian Finance Group (AFG) has expanded its board with the appointment of Annette King as an independent Non-Executive Director.

The company says Ms King is an experienced Non-Executive Director and former financial services executive with extensive experience in large multinational companies in Australia, New Zealand and Asia.

Australian Finance Group Chair Tony Gill welcomed Ms King to the board and says her diverse experience means she understands the balance between sound governance and commercial imperatives.

“An actuary by training, Annette’s background in financial services and entrepreneurial skills will contribute valuable insights to the AFG board,” he said.

“Annette brings to the board a deep financial acumen and understanding of the business drivers behind growth.”

“Annette’s broad skill set will add to the board’s diversity of experience and will help steer AFG’s expansion as we continue to deliver competition and choice to the Australian leading market.”

Ms King commented on her appointment, calling it an exciting time.

“AFG is a high calibre organisation that is laser-focused on their clients and partners,” Ms King said.

“This is an exciting time in the development of mortgage broking and financial services; and AFG are at the forefront of leveraging technology, data and digital ecosystems to help their clients.”

Ms King’s appointment will commence in February 2022.

AFG shares are up 0.76 per cent at $2.64 at market close.

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