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March 27th, 2024

Japan's Pension Fund Explores Bitcoin as an Investment

Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF), the world’s largest pension fund by assets under management, announced that it is seeking information on "illiquidity assets," including bitcoin, as part of its exploration into potential new investments.


March 25th, 2024

Ian McKnight Joins Cartwright as Senior Adviser

Cartwright, a company specializing in pensions for defined benefit and hybrid schemes, has appointed Ian McKnight as Senior Adviser, with an initial emphasis on business development. 


March 21st, 2024

Catch All the Exclusive Sideline Interviews from ALTSLA 2024

The 9th annual ALTSLA event has concluded, leaving us enriched with valuable insights and meaningful connections. From March 18th to 20th, industry luminaries and forward-thinkers convened in Los Angeles to explore the forefront of alternative investments.


March 20th, 2024

Experience the Highlights of ALTSLA 2024 Through our Photo Gallery

Over three action-packed days, industry titans, CIOs, and investment experts gathered in Los Angeles to explore the latest trends and insights shaping the alternative investment landscape. Relive the excitement through our photo galleries and download your favorites.


March 18th, 2024

George Boubouras Joins ESSSuper

George Boubouras has recently been appointed to the board of ESSSuper, the fund catering to emergency services and Victorian government employees, effective February 6, 2024.


March 17th, 2024

Regina Jefferson Joins ERISA Advisory Council

The U.S. Department of Labor has named five members and leaders for the 2024 ERISA Advisory Council, which advises on employee welfare and pension benefit plans. Among the appointees is Regina Jefferson, a professor at Catholic Law, selected to represent the broader public.


March 14th, 2024

Exclusive Interviews from the sidelines our Institutional Tri-State Forum

Earlier this week, we convened our 11th Annual Tri-State Institutional Forum in New York City, welcoming esteemed executives from various sectors including pension funds, insurance companies, foundations & endowments, hospital plans, sovereign wealth funds, and consultants from across the region. Our Co-Head of Institutional Production, Morgan Lomas, spoke to some of our guests on a wide array of topics, covering everything from allocation strategies to climate risk impact on investments, fixed income discussions, portfolio construction insights, and the imperative for equitable savings initiatives.


March 13th, 2024

Market Chatter, Allocator Viewpoints in the US Mountain Region, Q1 2024

Institutional Allocators in the US Mountain region faced unprecedented market volatility in 2023, requiring investment staff to adapt and innovate. This whitepaper synthesizes insights from successful investors, highlighting their strategies and market conditions that proved instrumental in navigating the tumultuous environment over the past year.


March 11th, 2024

Advancing Portfolio Innovation Series: Institutional Allocator Viewpoints from NY, NJ & CT

Market’s Group has conducted an exclusive survey in the New Jersey, Connecticut, and New York region, to provide valuable insights for the peer asset allocator community. Focused on understanding prevailing market conditions and successful investment strategies, our survey aims to provide a comprehensive snapshot of allocator sentiments in the region for Q1, 2024. 


March 8th, 2024

Exclusive Interview with CalSTRS Scott Chan

On investing in the new economy, building an effective, unlevered, co-investment platform, tracking its success, and becoming competitively nimble at one of the largest funds in the United States.


March 3rd, 2024

Royal London Appoints Two Seniors

Fiona Wynn has been named head of protection proposition, while Mark Preston joins as service delivery manager overseeing large cases. These appointments align with the company's expansion plans, particularly in the segments of high net worth and business protection.


March 1st, 2024

LUPK Appoints New Managing Director

The Lucerne Pension Fund (LUPK) is set to undergo a change in leadership, as Reto Tarreghetta, the acting managing director, tendered his resignation at the close of May, concluding a tenure of approximately six years.


February 27th, 2024

LGPS Central Welcomes Richard Law-Deeks as CEO

LGPS Central Limited, the asset manager overseeing £30 billion for eight local authority pension funds across the Midlands, has announced the appointment of Richard Law-Deeks as its new CEO.


February 27th, 2024

The Pensions Regulator Implements New Approach to Supervising Workplace Pension Sector

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has unveiled organizational adjustments to bolster its strategic transition in supervising the workplace pensions sector. As the pensions landscape undergoes rapid transformation toward a more competitive environment characterized by fewer, larger schemes, both risks and opportunities for savers and the broader economy are evolving.


February 25th, 2024

CAAT Pension Plan Announces Two Executive Appointments

CAAT Pension Plan (‘CAAT’) has announced the elevation of two senior executives to address the growing demand for its contemporary defined benefit (DB) plan, DBplus. Effective immediately, Sabeen Purewall has been promoted to the role of Vice President, Solutions & Partnerships, while Graham Stone assumes the position of Acting Vice President, Pension Solutions.


February 21st, 2024

Sid Ludbe Joins Nedbank Private Wealth

Nedbank Private Wealth has revealed the transfer of Sid Ludbe, an extensively seasoned private banker, from its Isle of Man branch to its acclaimed representative office in Dubai, marking a strategic move to bolster the company's footprint in the Middle East.


February 19th, 2024

NY Common Retirement Fund Implements Climate Protection Measures

The New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) will enact investment restrictions on eight integrated oil and gas companies, including Exxon Mobil Corp., following a review of their readiness to transition to a low-carbon economy, announced State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, who serves as trustee of the Fund.


February 13th, 2024

Stalwart at PSERS Poached

Susan Oh leaves after 28 years for firm that specializes in artificial intelligence.


February 12th, 2024

GIC Senior Leadership Appointments

GIC Singapore has announced forthcoming changes to its senior management team, set to take effect on 1 April 2024. The organization is appointing six new seniors to various teams within its structure.


February 9th, 2024

Market Chatter, Ohio, Q1 2024

Drawing from the feedback of prominent institutional investors in Ohio, Markets Group has analyzed the diverse approaches that contributed to their success in navigating the turbulent financial landscape of 2023. 


February 9th, 2024

Market Chatter, Ohio, Q1 2024

Drawing from the feedback of prominent institutional investors in Ohio, Markets Group has analyzed the diverse approaches that contributed to their success in navigating the turbulent financial landscape of 2023. 


February 9th, 2024

Market Chatter, Ohio, Q1 2024

Drawing from the feedback of prominent institutional investors in Ohio, Markets Group has analyzed the diverse approaches that contributed to their success in navigating the turbulent financial landscape of 2023. 


February 6th, 2024

Alberta Pension Manager Launches C$1 Billion Energy Transition Fund

The Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) unveiled its strategy for climate investing and introduced the Energy Transition Opportunities Pool (ETOP), a $1 billion fund focused on investing in global energy transition and decarbonization sectors.


January 31st, 2024

LPGS Central Announced Two Appointments

GPS Central has recently announced key additions to its investment management team through internal appointments, reinforcing its commitment to strategic growth.


January 30th, 2024

KIC Establishes Mumbai Overseas Hub

The Korea Investment Corporation (KIC) has announced the establishment of its fifth overseas hub in Mumbai, India, marking its first presence in an emerging market.


January 24th, 2024

John Chilman to Retire From Railpen

ohn Chilman has declared his plan to retire from his position as Railpen's Chief Executive in 2025, concluding a six-year tenure in this role.


January 23rd, 2024

Ontario Teachers’ Announces CIO Appointments

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (Ontario Teachers’) has made significant executive appointments, designating two seasoned leaders in its Investments division as Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) with immediate effect.


January 21st, 2024

Michelle Ostermann to Become PPF CEO

Michelle Ostermann has been named the new Chief Executive Officer of the Pension Protection Fund (PPF) and is set to assume her role on April 1. 


January 16th, 2024

Arc Pension Law Appoints Two New Associates

Arc Pensions Law is excited to welcome pension lawyers Clare Pollard and Tom Cosgrove to its team, with Clare joining the Leeds office and Tom based in London.


January 15th, 2024

Maura Sullivan to Become Railpen CFO

Railpen, the fiduciary and investment manager overseeing the £34 billion railway pension schemes, has revealed the retirement of Stu Blackett and the appointment of Maura Sullivan as the new Chief Financial Officer.


January 10th, 2024

Jeff Peters to Become Platinum CEO

The Board of Platinum Asset Management Limited is delighted to appoint Mr. Jeff Peters as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the Platinum Group.


January 9th, 2024

RIT Appoints Maggie Fanari as JRCM CEO

The board of RIT Capital Partners plc (RIT) has announced the appointment of Maggie Fanari as the Chief Executive Officer of its investment manager, J Rothschild Capital Management Limited (JRCM).


January 4th, 2024

NOAH Appointed Zhe Yin as CEO

Mr. Zhe Yin, co-founder and director of the Company, has been appointed as the new CEO, succeeding Ms. Jingbo Wang.


January 3rd, 2024

PINTEC Appoints Xin Yang as CFO

Pintec Technology Holdings Limited has named Mr. Xin Yang as its Chief Financial Officer, effective from December 29, 2023.


January 3rd, 2024

NOVA Appoints Adebowale Oyedeji as CEO

Mr. Adebowale Oyedeji has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, officially assuming his role on January 2, 2024.


January 1st, 2024

CIO Brian Collett to Retire From Missouri LAGERS

The Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System (LAGERS) has announced the retirement of Brian Collett, Chief Investment Officer (CIO), effective January 31, 2024.  


December 26th, 2023

Link Appoints John Saunders as Group Chief Investment Officer

Link Asset Management Limited (Link), the manager of Link Real Estate Investment Trust (Link REIT, stock code: 823), has announced that John Saunders will assume the role of Group Chief Investment Officer starting from March 4, 2024.


December 26th, 2023

Jimmy Dunne Joins AIG’s Board of Directors

American International Group (AIG) has announced that James (Jimmy) Dunne III will be joining its Board of Directors as an independent Director, commencing his role on December 1, 2023.


December 21st, 2023

Michael Roberge to Retire from MFS CEO

MFS Investment Management has disclosed the retirement of Michael Roberge from the position of CEO. The role will be succeeded by Ted Maloney, the current Chief Investment Officer at MFS.


December 21st, 2023

MAA Names Brad Hill as President and CIO

Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (NYSE: MAA) has announced that Bradley Hill has been promoted to the position of President and Chief Investment Officer.


December 21st, 2023

Nuveen Real Estate Expands European Team

Nuveen Real Estate, a major global real estate investment manager overseeing assets worth $152 billion, has bolstered its European debt team with the addition of two new senior hires.


December 21st, 2023

CPP Investments Names Senior Executive Appointment

John Graham, President & CEO of Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), has announced the immediate appointment of Manroop Jhooty as Senior Managing Director & Head of Total Fund Management.


December 18th, 2023

Jay Williams Joins Shenkman Board of Directors

Shenkman Capital Management has welcomed former professional basketball player and entrepreneur Jay Williams to its board of directors as part of the firm's expansion efforts in managing the wealth of high-net-worth individuals. 


December 18th, 2023

AllianceBernstein Appoints New Global Head of Investments

AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB"), a prominent global investment firm managing $696 billion in assets, has announced the appointment of Chris Hogbin, currently Head of Equities, to the newly created position of Global Head of Investments, effective January 1, 2024.


December 14th, 2023

PIMCO Appoints Mohit Mittal as Core Strategies CIO

PIMCO has appointed Mohit Mittal as Chief Investment Officer – Core Strategies. In this capacity, he will supervise fixed-income portfolios within PIMCO's core suite of strategies, encompassing Low and Moderate Duration, Total Return, and Long Duration.


December 14th, 2023

CIO Michael Beattie to Retire From Grosvenor

Grosvenor has announced the retirement of Chief Investment Officer Michael Beattie at the end of 2023. The responsibilities of the outgoing CIO will be distributed between Angela Biggs and Mark Purdy, both of whom will be elevated to Managing Director roles.


December 10th, 2023

Pat Tomlinson Appointed President of Mercer by Marsh McLennan

Marsh McLennan has announced the appointment of Pat Tomlinson as President of Mercer, the global business under Marsh McLennan focused on transforming the landscape of work, shaping retirement and investment results, and fostering genuine health and well-being.


December 6th, 2023

DWS Welcomes Rafael Otero as Chief Operating Officer

DWS Group will have a management team adjustment, with the introduction of Rafael Otero as the new COO, commencing from January 1, 2024. Reporting directly to Chief Financial Officer Markus Kobler, Otero's appointment prompts Kobler to temporarily shoulder board responsibility for the Chief Operating Office.


November 29th, 2023

Amundi US Names New Chief Investment Officer

Amundi US has announced that Marco Pirondini will assume the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer for the US division, starting from January 1, 2024.


November 22nd, 2023

AP Pension Hires Pernille Jessen as Investment Director

Pernille Jessen will join AP Pension as their new investment director starting on January 1, 2024. Jessen comes from a position as co-investment director at AkademikerPension and has previously worked at Danmarks Nationalbank.


November 12th, 2023

Amundi Appoints Eddie Wong as Their Asia's CEO

Amundi appoints Eddy Wong as CEO Asia, starting from November 6th. Eddy will oversee Amundi's activities in North & South Asia, along with the joint ventures in mainland China. He also joins Amundi's Executive Committee.


November 7th, 2023

Vincent Tuohey as the Next President of PRINCO

Vincent Tuohey, an investment director with the Global Investment team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Investment Management Company (MITIMCo) and a highly accomplished former U.S. Army captain, has been appointed as the incoming president of the Princeton University Investment Company (PRINCO). Tuohey is set to take over from the longstanding PRINCO President, Andrew Golden, who is scheduled to retire at the conclusion of this academic year.


November 7th, 2023

CEO of SJCERA Johanna Shick Set to Retire in March

The San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) has announced that Chief Executive Officer Johanna Shick intends to retire in March 2024. This decision comes after Johanna Shick's remarkable seven-year tenure at SJCERA, during which she provided dedicated service and exceptional leadership, and after more than 33 years of serving in the public sector.


November 1st, 2023

Morgan Stanley Names Ted Pick as CEO

The Board of Directors of Morgan Stanley has announced that Co-President Edward (Ted) Pick will assume the role of the company's Chief Executive Officer, starting from January 1, 2024.


October 10th, 2023

A-Rod is Poached

Star investor Anthony Rodriguez leaves NYC BERS for a role custom-created for him.


August 9th, 2023

People News: August

One co-CIO takes over entire CIO role, one strategic thinker gets poached.


June 30th, 2023

Video Interview: An Allocator-to-Allocator Discussion on Lessons Learned

Brian O’Neil of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation talks with Ratna Kota of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System on preparing a portfolio to hedge inflation, evaluating investments within an entire fund, and giving responsibility to your investment teams while remaining accountable, among other subjects.


April 11th, 2023

Manpreet Gill on Encouraging Diversity through Debate

Dubai-based Standard Chartered bank recently developed a new investment model whereby it promotes diversity of thought, takes on opposing views and encourages debate at the investment committee level. In this interview, EMEA CIO Manpreet Gill details the effect that investment diversity has on performance and return.


January 23rd, 2023

PSERS Hires New CIO

Ben Cotton will take over for Bob Devine and Jim Grossman, all PSERS staff cleared of wrongdoing.


October 12th, 2022

Holmgren, Team Leave on a High

David Holmgren and his investment team finish the year as high achievers as they exit Hartford HealthCare.


September 30th, 2022

Howard Bicker Joins Hall of Fame

Inaugural Hall of Fame recipient, Mansco Perry, CIO of Minnesota, surprises mentor and inducts Bicker alongside himself.


September 21st, 2022

UC Investments Sees Value in Cash

University of California’s investment arm now has more allocated to cash than it does to private credit, real assets, or absolute return.


September 21st, 2022

What Identifies a True Single Family Office?

The term single family office has become subjective. Paul Reynolds, director at Thamesis Limited, discusses the nuances of a single-family office and debunks misconceptions of how the wealthiest people in the world manage their money.


September 13th, 2022

Alisa Mall Named CIO of MSD Capital

Former Carnegie Corporation of New York managing director tapped to guide investment activities of Michael Dell’s family office.


July 28th, 2022

Insights: Bay Bridge highlight the importance of sustainability and inclusivity across the investment process

Kim Kolt is co-founder and General Partner at Bay Bridge Ventures, the first purpose-built, institutional ESG and Sustainability focused venture capital firm. Bay Bridge is committed to inclusivity  - starting from leadership and continuing through the underlying investments - in addition to responsible stewardship - active, high-engagement investing through multiple stages of development.


July 26th, 2022

Laura LaTourette (She/her/hers) Talks Diversity, Hiring an All-Female, Multigenerational Staff, and Her Approach to Succession Planning

Laura LaTourette (she/her/hers) takes a unique view about how she approaches running her Georgia-based RIA, Family Wealth Management Group. From an entrepreneurship lens, LaTourette works to differentiate her brand within a crowded market, which can make all the difference when setting out to create a long-lasting, thriving private wealth practice. 


July 20th, 2022

The Curious History of CAIA

Despite its modest origin, CAIA has expanded into a globally recognized designation, and alternatives are hardly alternative.


July 20th, 2022

The Curious History of CAIA

Despite its modest origin, CAIA has expanded into a globally recognized designation, and alternatives are hardly alternative.


July 20th, 2022

The Curious History of CAIA

Despite its modest origin, CAIA has expanded into a globally recognized designation, and alternatives are hardly alternative.


July 7th, 2022

Fixed Income Is Back, PIMCO Says

The investment manager sees opportunities in quality bank paper, municipal bonds and agency mortgage-backed securities.


June 28th, 2022

ILPA CEO Steps Down

Search begins for new leader for PE-focused LP group; Choi to serve as interim head.


June 28th, 2022

ILPA CEO Steps Down

Search begins for new leader for PE-focused LP group; Choi to serve as interim head.


May 23rd, 2022

NewEdge Names First CIO

The Connecticut startup awarded CFA Cameron Dawson its inaugural C-suite position.