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FOR PENSION PROVIDERS
1. Ghanaian Pensions Consultancy of the Year
Awarded to the pensions/investment/actuarial consultancy firm that the judges
believe has delivered outstanding service to its pension fund clients in the
last year, has shown a dedication to the delivery of pension scheme consultancy
in its respective market, has demonstrated a superior understanding of the
market’s needs and has shown a commitment to helping clients through the
pensions maze. Enter here
2. Investment Manager of the Year
This award will recognize excellence in investment management at one of the most
challenging times in Ghanaian pensions history. When rising longevity rates
coupled with investment market turmoil has put the pressure on investment
managers to perform, innovation, dedication, sophistication and foresight have
become the essential tenets of any investment manager hoping to succeed.Enter here
3. Equities Manager of the Year
This award will celebrate those managers who have led the way in managing
equities in the past 15 months. The winner who is finally chosen will be the
firm that has proved itself to be the most exceptional player of all entrants
in the industry with its excellence in managing equities, and has proved itself
truly invaluable to Ghanaian pension funds today. Enter here
4. Fixed Income Manager of the Year
Ghanaian pension funds rely on fixed income for a reliable revenue stream, and
as a result the fixed income market is now as diverse and sophisticated as any
other. This award will recognize managers that offer a real specialization in
this key area and can offer their Ghanaian pension clients a variety of
solutions to meet the ever changing market conditions. Enter here
5. Alternatives Investment Manager
of the Year
As alternatives play an ever greater role in the majority of Ghanaian pension
fund portfolios, this category aims to reward the leaders in the
provision/management of alternative assets – be they an expert in multiple
alternative assets or a specialist in any particular area. The winner will be
the nominee that has proved itself the best of the best in this field and has
shown a commitment to the European pensions market with its product offerings. Please
note we also have separate categories for hedge funds, property and private
equity. Enter here
6. Hedge Fund Provider of the Year
As pension funds look to diversify their portfolios in order to spread their
risk and reap higher rewards, this category aims to recognize those firms that
have proved their excellence in the field of hedge funds / fund of funds at one
of the most challenging times in investment history.Enter here
7. Property Manager of the Year
Property has gained true recognition as an essential asset class for pension
funds in Ghana seeking to diversify their portfolios, with managers seeking out
returns from both the traditional and less accessible property market across
the world. This award will recognize those managers that have proved themselves
in the field of property investment, have shown innovation in their product
offerings, and have displayed an excellence and consistency in their management
of this diverse and exciting asset class.Enter here
8. Infrastructure Manager of the
Year
At one of the most challenging times in pension fund investment, Infrastructure
is now being taken seriously as an asset class among Ghanaian pension
investors. We recognize those players that understand this complex asset class
and are working hard to help pension funds reap the potential rewards.Enter here
9. Private Equity Manager of the
Year
With all eyes on both risk and return, we acknowledge those private equity
experts who have displayed a true understanding of the private equity space and
are passionate about helping Ghana’s pension funds get the most from this complex
area of the market.Enter here
10. ETF Provider of the Year
ETFs are gaining ground as a useful investment tool among pension funds. This
category aims to recognize those providers who have stayed ahead of the market
to offer ETFs to pension funds and tailored their offerings to pension fund
demands.Enter here
11. Emerging Markets Manager of the
Year
Seeking out potential in the less developed markets is a challenging role at
which only the best can succeed; yet for those that do, the rewards for
Ghanaian pension funds investing in this area can be great. This award
recognizes those managers that have shown a dedication to the emerging markets
space with a view to achieving performance often in areas where information
flow is in short supply.Enter here
12. Risk Management Firm of the Year
Effective risk management is now high up on the agenda for Ghanaian pension
funds bearing the burdens of increased risk, more stringent regulation, and a
brighter spotlight on governance. We reward those firms that have assisted
Ghanaian pension funds in their quest for better risk management in this ever
unpredictable economic landscape.Enter here
13. Currency Manager of the Year
Currency plays an increasingly important and diverse role in the pension fund
portfolios today. This category will highlight those currency managers who have
displayed a capability and an expertise in this sector.Enter here
14. LDI Manager of the Year
As longevity increases and markets continue to be unpredictable, Liability
Driven Investment (LDI) has become one of the most popular buzzwords in pension
scheme investment in today’s market. We reward those players who have excelled
in their LDI offerings in an effort to assist Ghanaian pension funds better
match their assets with their liabilities going forward. Enter here
15. Passive Manager of the Year
This role of the passive manager cannot be underestimated in the Ghanaian
pension’s space. This award aims to celebrate the passive manager that
demonstrates strong returns, provides excellent customer service and shows a
true understanding of the needs of their clients.Enter here
16. Multi-asset Manager/Provider of
the Year
The role of multi-asset products has grown in importance in recent years, as
providers strive to meet the diverse needs of pension funds. We assess the best
of the best in this increasingly competitive investment space.Enter here
17. Index Provider of the Year
Indices are undoubtedly an essential tool for pension funds in the Ghanaian
space. This award will recognize those index providers offering the highest
quality of relevant products and excellent service to Ghanaian pension funds
today.Enter here
18. ESG/SRI Provider of the Year
Ghanaian pension funds are becoming increasingly aware of the impact ESG and /
or SRI can have on their portfolio returns. This award will recognize the
leaders in this significant and increasingly sophisticated market.Enter here
19. Fiduciary Management
The concept of Fiduciary Management has taken the Ghanaian pensions market by
storm, and is now penetrating other parts of Europe. This award will commend
those firms that have led the way in the fiduciary management space, tailoring
their offerings to today’s pension funds’ needs.Enter here
20. Ghanaian Pensions Law Firm of
the Year
Many legal firms in Ghana offer services for pension funds, but not all show a
dedication to understanding the complexities facing pension funds in these
challenging times. This award will award the firm that stands out in its
dedication to understanding the complexities of pension’s legislation, and
works with its clients to see them through the legal maze.Enter here
21. Custodian of the Year
The role of the Pension Fund Custodian is an ever changing one, as products and
services evolve to match changing pension fund needs. This award will recognize
those custodians that have proved themselves as leaders in this market with
their excellence, innovation and dedication to meeting their Ghanaian pension
funds’ demands in today’s market.Enter here
22. Transition Management Firm of
the Year
The role of the transition manager has become more acute as pension funds seek
help in negotiating the minefield of moving to more complex investment
strategies in order to meet increasing market demands. This award will reward
those firms that have proved themselves experts in the transition management space
and are a cut above the rest.Enter here
23. Pensions Insurance Firm of the
Year
This category will recognize performance in providing bulk annuities, longevity
insurance and other pension’s insurance structures to address the ongoing
derisking needs of pension funds throughout Europe.Enter here
24. Pension Scheme Administrator of
the Year
The key role of the administrator is often overlooked but without an excellent
administration service the pension fund member could not receive the level of
service they deserve. This award recognizes those administrators that have gone
beyond the minimum standards required to offer a truly value added service to
their clients.Enter here
25. Pensions Technology Provider of
the Year
Effective and reliable pensions technology is essential for the successful
running of any pension fund. This award will recognize those firms that are
leaders in the field of pensions technology, and ultimately reward who is the
best of the best.Enter here
26. Ghana Pensions Innovation Award
This award will recognize those firms that have brought innovation to the
pensions market-place, be it through a particular product, service offering or
overall business approach. This category is designed in response to market
volatility and to recognize those firms that have responded to market pressures
with originality and creativity.Enter here
27. Master Trust Offering of the
Year
Master trusts have taken the market by storm, as pension funds continue to look
for ways to control their costs without compromising on quality and governance.
We look at who is ahead of the game in this space.Enter here
28. Sponsor Covenant Provider of the
Year
Awarded to the firm that shows a true understanding of this important area of
pensions, and stands out against its peers. Enter here
29. Factor Investing offering of the
Year
This award recognizes those firms that have a true understanding of the role
factor investing can play in pension portfolios today and have demonstrated a
true expertise in implementing this dynamic strategy. Enter here
FOR PENSION FUNDS ONLY
30. Ghanaian Pension Fund of the Year
Pension provision in Ghana has never been more challenging with increasing
longevity, unpredictable markets and an increased spotlight on governance and
risk management. We reward those pension funds in who continue to tackle these
challenges head on. Enter here
31. Best Investment Strategy Award
Getting the investment strategy right is one of the biggest challenges a
pension fund needs to overcome, particularly given the current economic
environment. We reward those Ghanaian pension funds that have implemented an
investment strategy that sets the standards for the industry to follow.Enter here
32. Pension Fund Communication Award
An excellent pensions offering is wasted if the member communication applied
fails to deliver. This category awards the pension funds that have used
innovation and flair to get their member communication proposition the best it
can be and has the results to prove it.
33. Pension Fund Innovation Award
Innovation has been rife in the Ghanaian pensions space, be that in the area of
investment, product design, de-risking or any other area. This award aims to
reward those pension funds that have truly added value to the pensions space
with their originality and innovation. Enter here
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34. Diversity Award
This award goes to the pension provider that has shown a true understanding of
the importance of diversity in today’s climate, either in the way it has shaped
its business, its product offering or otherwise. Enter here