Meet The CEO with Deanne Stewart, CEO of Aware Super
Deanne Stewart, CEO of Aware Super, reflects on the lessons that have shaped her leadership and her vision for harnessing finance as a force for good
This Meet the CEO event took place in person on 6 November 2025 at the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW), Sydney.
With over 25 years of experience in financial services, insurance, and superannuation, Deanne Stewart’s leadership journey spans senior roles at BT, Westpac, Merrill Lynch, and McKinsey & Co., before serving as CEO of MetLife and now CEO of Aware Super. Known for her purpose-led approach and commitment to responsible investing, Deanne has become a leading voice in shaping the future of Australia’s superannuation industry.
In a thought-provoking interview with UNSW Chancellor David Gonski AC, Deanne shared insights from her extensive career, reflecting on the lessons that have shaped her leadership and her vision for harnessing finance as a force for good. The evening concluded with a vote of thanks from Shemara Wikramanayake, Managing Director and CEO of Macquarie Group, acknowledging Deanne’s leadership in driving positive social and environmental impact through Aware Super.