Rachika Cooray is Head of Governance at LCP, where she advises a broad range of pension schemes on strategic and governance matters. With nearly 20 years of experience in the industry, she is known for her collaborative approach and commitment to making good governance accessible to all pension schemes. Rachika is passionate about mentoring emerging talent and championing diversity and inclusion within the profession. In 2024, Rachika was named “Consultant of the Year” and the team she leads was recognised as “Team of the Year” by Professional Pensions. As a judge for this year’s Rising Star Awards, Rachika brings a sharp eye for potential and a genuine enthusiasm for celebrating the next generation of pensions professionals.