Ann Prendergast

Ann has responsibility for SSGA’s business in the European Union which includes portfolio management, distribution, product development, fund management and operations. This business operates from 2 investment centres and a number of distribution branches. Prior to her current role, Ann was Head of State Street Global Advisors Ireland. She joined the organisation as a relationship manager in 2000 and became head of this area in 2010, with responsibility for managing the firm’s engagement activities with a diverse client base. Previously Ann worked with the Bank of Ireland Group in both their fund administration and private banking divisions. She holds a Business Studies Degree from the University of Limerick and is a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). She is Chairperson of the Irish Association of Pension Funds and is on the Board of the National Gallery of Ireland.