What do consumers really think about responsible investment? What is on retail investors’ minds as they are choosing an investment product? And which issues do they care most about?The Responsible Investment Association Australasia and Mindful Money unpack the findings of our 2022 survey of Aotearoa New Zealand consumers’ attitudes towards responsible investment, showing up-to-date analysis about how retail investors are thinking about responsible, ethical and impact investing; the key themes of importance to them; expectations of financial advisers and barriers to participation.
About the contributors
About the speakers
Zsuzsa Banhalmi Zakar
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Simon O’Connor
CEO
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RIAA
Barry Coates
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Dean Hegarty
Co-CEO
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RIAA
Dean is committed to cultivating meaningful engagement opportunities for members and ensuring the delivery of high-quality membership values that significantly contributes to the sector. Passionate about championing ESG investment, Dean collaborates closely with global and local asset managers, super funds, Kiwisaver providers, financial advisors, and wealth platforms to align capital with sustainable outcomes.
His strategic leadership has played a pivotal role in elevating RIAA’s presence in both Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, resulting in substantial growth and transformative organisational changes. With over a decade of experience leading teams in the not-for-profit sector, Dean has driven remarkable growth in membership and events while forging essential industry partnerships. Dean also serves as a member of the National Advisory Board on Impact Investing in New Zealand and sits on the GovCo of the New Zealand Stewardship Code.
What do consumers really think about responsible investment? What is on retail investors’ minds as they are choosing an investment product? And which issues do they care most about?The Responsible Investment Association Australasia and Mindful Money unpack the findings of our 2022 survey of Aotearoa New Zealand consumers’ attitudes towards responsible investment, showing up-to-date analysis about how retail investors are thinking about responsible, ethical and impact investing; the key themes of importance to them; expectations of financial advisers and barriers to participation.
