Graeme Russell appointed CEO of Media Super

The superannuation fund representing the media, entertainment and arts industry has appointed a new CEO.

Graeme Russell, will lead the $3bn industry fund, replacing former boss Ross Martin. Russell was formerly CEO of First Super.

Meanwhile, senior executive Michael Rooney, GM for Finance and Compliance  at Media Super has been appointed Deputy CEO of the fund.

Chair to the fund, Gerard Noonan said: “As a former newspaper publisher, business consultant and superannuation executive, Graeme is uniquely positioned to lead the fund. It’s a very challenging environment for printing, publishing and journalism at present.”