Brown departs IOOF
Jarrod Brown has resigned his position as head of retail funds management with IOOF effective immediately.
The move ends Brown’s three year involvement with the company.
Tony Hodges will replace Brown as head of retail funds management. Hodges is currently IOOF head of strategy as well as an executive director of the organisation.
IOOF chief executive Ron Dewhurst thanked Brown for his efforts and wished him well on his new endeavours.
Commenting on Hodges new role Dewhurst said: “Tony’s intimate knowledge of our business and strategy, and his close relationship with many of our clients ensures we will move forward effectively and in a focused manner.”
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