BTFG appoints Houghton to insurance role


BT Financial Group has made a key insurance appointment.
The company has announced the appointment of former IAG and Wesfarmers executive, Sue Houghton as general manager, insurance.
Announcing the appointment, BT Financial Group chief executive, Brad Cooper said Houghton was a highly regarded member of Australia's insurance industry and would be leading the insurance business.
The BTFG announcement said Houghton had deep industry experience garnered through executive roles within IAG and Wesfarmers.
Ms Houghton's appointment comes after David Lees moved to Westpac to take on the role of deputy chief financial officer late last year.
Houghton will join BT Financial Group on 7 March.
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