As Chief Investment Officer, Damian is responsible for the investment strategy of both Aware Super (previously First State Super) and Aware Financial Services, the financial planning company acquired by Aware Super in 2016. Damian brings over 27 years’ experience managing equity portfolios and investment teams. Between 2012-16 Damian was Chief Investment Officer at StatePlus. He previously headed up Private Portfolio Management for the Macquarie Group, where he was promoted to run that business following a successful tenure as Head of Investment within the same division. Damian has also held senior positions within Norwich Investment Management and JP Morgan Investment Management.