Peter Thompson, worldwide partner at William M. Mercer, was named...

Peter Thompson, worldwide partner at William M. Mercer, was named chairman of the National Association of Pension Funds, a U.K. industry association. He will replace incumbent Alan Pickering, whose two-year term ends in May. Mr. Thompson was selected over Geof Pearson, current NAPF vice chairman and pensions manager for the J Sainsbury PLC pension fund. Mr. Pearson could not be reached for comment; it is unclear if he will remain NAPF vice chairman.