Ben Walsh

Ben Walsh is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the financial services sector. Currently serving as an Independent Non-Executive Director at Russell Investments and Gen Re, Walsh also holds key roles at AusCycling and World Bicycle Relief. Previously, Walsh was Chief Life & Health Insurance Officer and Chief Investment Officer at AIA Australia, overseeing significant revenue and asset management operations. In the past, Walsh has led Mercer as Managing Director and CEO, and held strategic leadership positions at Marsh & McLennan Companies and the Financial Services Council. Walsh is an alumnus of the University of Melbourne, Melbourne Business School, and the Australian Institute of Company Directors, with a strong educational foundation in economics, marketing, and finance.