You don't need to take our word
As a world class organisation we continually strive to improve ourselves and the services we deliver. We assess speakers, conference facilities and every aspect of what we do.
Feedback we receive is carefully analysed and used to raise the quality of services we plan to deliver in the future. At our conferences we ask participants to provide feedback via an electronic feedback system. It is quick, effective and provides immediate results.
Here, we have included a small selection of testimonials kindly offered by past CIE conference participants.
You can take their word for it! |
"The CIE conferences are a prime example of Australia defining world best practices. Their format and content is world class!”
Doug Hodge, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, PIMCO
“Excellent well run symposium.”
Paul Bevin, General Manager, Investment Division, Government Superannuation Fund and National Provident Fund
“Categorizing CIE as a conference organiser would be wrong. Melda and her team bring together a group of colleagues within the superannuation industry. The interaction and thought shared between all intermediaries within the super industry is really second to none."
Robert Prugue, Senior Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Lazard Asset Management
“An excellent opportunity for the Chairmen to meet, establish networks, share issues and to consider solutions.”
Donald Good, Chair, HESTA
“The perfect conference - idyllic setting, intellectually stretching, interactive sessions and informed speakers - register early for next year!"
Catherine Walter, Chair, Equipsuper
“The conference was an extremely useful source of fresh insights and ideas, and helps challenge our current position to better inform our future strategy.”
Mark Coleman, Investment Manager, Funds SA
“Once again Program covered topics of real relevance to Superannuation Scheme chairs in a stimulating and constructive manner at a most enjoyable and relaxing venue.”
Geoff Ashton, former Chairman, Australian Super
“A valuable opportunity for fund CEOs to stand back from the daily tasks and reflect on key issues with the benefit of news and opinions from their peers.”
Robin Burns, Chief Executive, Equipsuper
“Excellent conference - a must for CEOs with a real interest in Strategic Thinking for their Funds.”
Michael Seton, Chief Executive, AGEST
“An excellent format - highly informative.”
Keith Ince, Executive Vice Chairman and Head of Asset Management Australia, Credit Suisse
“The CIE conferences are well run, thought provoking and informative”.
Chris Clausen, Chief Executive Officer, Health Super Pty Ltd
"The best structured and organised series of conferences I have ever attended. One of the few where I actually learn something.”
Greg Cooper, Chief Executive Officer, Schroder Investment Australia
“When the world cannot make it to Australia, CIE takes Australia to the world.”
Leo de Bever, Chief Investment Officer, Victorian Funds Management Corporation
“Very stimulating sessions, challenging thinking. An incredible experience - demanding, stimulating, tiring and fun.”
Mark Delaney, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Investment Officer, AustralianSuper
“Opportunities for networking with decision makers were excellent. This was balanced well with a well constructed and professional work ethic.”
Rob Goodlad, Managing Director, State Street Global Advisors Australia Limited
“This remains the number one Investment Conference in the world, bar none.”
Alan Brown, Group Chief Investment Officer, Schroder Investment Management Ltd
“Very informative and enjoyable. Covered a good range of topics with some lively debates.”
David Clark, Investment Manager, VenCap International Plc
“Excellent overview of the current state of private markets and key issues currently faced by investors.”
Richard Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Funds SA
“A quality conference which achieves its aims of getting well beyond talkfest and transcending vested interests. A true sharing experience which gets you thinking not only about the what, but also the why and the how.”
Felix Bleeser, Trustee, Military Superannuation and Benefits Board |