Governance experts join boutique financial services firm MGD

Michael Drew has joined MGD Private as chief investment officer and director.

Adam Walk will join the firm as director of investment advisory.

The pair founded Drew, Walk, & Co in December of 2012, and will now act as advisers to clients of MGD Private where they will work with family offices and other groups.

"Sound investment governance, fiduciary best practice and goals-based investing are three of the fundamental underpinnings of the day-to-day tailored wealth management advice we provide for our clients," MGD chief executive John Barton said.

In addition to running his own company, Drew is a professor of finance at Griffith University and a former managing partner of Stonechat Capital. He also has a longstanding professional relationship with MGD.

"Michael and Adam bring with them years of experience and research along with extensive knowledge in these areas and I have full confidence in their ability to navigate the complexities and create true value for our clients", said Barton.

MGD also announced another appointment - Shane McGarry will step into the role of director, investment advisory.