Ben Walsh is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the insurance and financial services sectors. Currently serving as Chief Life & Health Insurance Officer and Chief Investment Officer at AIA Australia, Ben oversees distribution, product management, and risk compliance for over 3 million Australians. In addition, Ben holds committee roles in organizations such as AusCycling and World Bicycle Relief, and has served on the advisory board of the Faculty of Business and Economics at The University of Melbourne. Previously, Ben led Mercer in the Pacific region as Managing Director and CEO, and held senior positions at Marsh & McLennan Companies and the Financial Services Council. Ben's educational background includes an MBA from Melbourne Business School and a commerce degree from the University of Melbourne.