Specialist SMSF audit and software firm Evolv has announcement the appointment of a former Countplus and Class senior staffer as it new board chair.

Financial services research firm Investment Trends has appointed a new head of research replacing a long serving staff member.

SuperConcepts has appointed an interim CEO to replace outgoing chief executive Lara Bourguignon.

Senator Jane Hume has been appointed the new Minister for Superannuation, Financial Services and the Digital Economy.

The Institute of Public Accountants has elected a new president.

The SMSF Association has appointed Michael Houlihan as its new vice chair.

Accurium has appointed former SuperConcepts SMSF technical services executive manager Mark Ellem as its new head of education.