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Dean Hegarty

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Co-CEO at Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA)
📍 Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

Dean Hegarty is the Co-CEO of the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA), where he spearheads strategy for membership, marketing, and events. A University of Canterbury graduate, his leadership has been pivotal in elevating RIAAs presence in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, driving significant growth and championing ESG investment.

Passionate about creating a sustainable future, Dean actively engages with iwi leaders and community stakeholders to foster positive change. He serves on the National Advisory Board for Impact Investing in New Zealand, reflecting his deep commitment to aligning capital with social and environmental progress, especially within indigenous communities.

He is a key contributor to shaping the future of the Māori economy through his participation in economic summits.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Co-CEO
Location
Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
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Responsible Investing
As Co-CEO of RIAA, his entire professional focus is on promoting, advocating for, and supporting responsible and ethical investment approaches across Australasia.
Impact Investing
He serves as a board member for the Impact Investing Network in Aotearoa, actively promoting the development of New Zealand's impact investment ecosystem.
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Career

Work history

12-2023
Co-CEO
Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA)
10-2020 - 12-2023
Executive Manager
Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA)
3-2023
Board Member
Impact Investing Network
9-2018 - 7-2020
General Manager - Commercial, Member Services & Marketing
Australian HR Institute (AHRI)
10-2017 - 9-2018
Senior Manager, Commercial & Customer Relationships
Australian HR Institute (AHRI)
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Education
2002 - 2005
BCom
University of Canterbury
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