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Brightwell, the comprehensive service provider for defined benefit (DB) pension schemes, has appointed David Fripp as a non-executive director, effective immediately.
David’s experience in pensions, investments and governance spans four decades, having most recently served as a senior Partner in KPMG’s pensions and investment advisory practice. During his tenure, he led multidisciplinary teams advising FTSE 100 companies and large pension funds on funding strategies, investment structuring, and risk management frameworks.
Following his retirement from KPMG in 2016, David has held several high-profile positions, including as a trustee director of the Imperial Tobacco Pension Fund and Chair of the Harrods Group Pension Plan.
Denise Le Gal, Chair of Brightwell, said: “David’s extensive experience and strategic mindset will be invaluable as we continue to build the business with a focus on innovative, tailored solutions which deliver real value to trustees, sponsors and members.”
David Fripp said: “Brightwell stands out as a genuine innovator in the pensions space. I’m excited to contribute to a business that is not only executing a clear strategy but also leading the way in transforming member experience and operational excellence.”

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As the DWP’s consultation on the draft regulations for surplus flexibilities closes, Morten Nilsson, CEO, Brightwell comments: “We’ve always welcomed the Government’s proposals to make it easier for well-funded, well-run defined benefit schemes to make productive use of surplus, while maintaining appropriate protections for members.
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Brightwell is pleased to announce that it has successfully achieved reaccreditation from the Pensions Administration Standards Association (PASA), reaffirming its commitment to delivering high-quality pensions administration services.
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