Aaron DiCenzo Named CIO of STRS Ohio After Serving on Interim Basis
Formerly the fund’s head of alts, DiCenzo succeeded Matt Worley in March.
Newsmakers
Long-time AustralianSuper CIO to Step Down
Mark Delaney announced plans to leave Australia’s largest superannuation fund in June 2026 after 25 years.
Carlyle Taps NEPC’s Bill Ryan as Head of Retirement Solutions
The investment consultant’s defined contribution team leader will join the alts manager in January.
RTX CIO Robin Diamonte to Retire, Deputy Joe Fazzino Named Successor
The long-serving investment head of the aerospace giant will step down in 2026.
NEPC Names Sarah Samuels CIO, Tim McCusker Future CEO
The promotions come as the consultancy celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Steven Meier Named Institutional Vice Chair at Neuberger Berman
The former New York City pension CIO will provide insights and thought leadership in a newly created role.
Prudential Financial Names Matt Armas CIO
Set to start in March 2026, the new hire’s insurance expertise was cited as an important factor.
Mercer Seeks New US CIO
The firm is also looking to hire a new head of North American infrastructure.
Nature Conservancy Nabs New CIO From ASU Enterprise Partners
Jeff Mindlin will join the conservation group in mid-December.
HESTA’s Dianne Sandoval Named CIO of Maryland SRPS
The superannuation executive will succeed retired Chief Investment Officer Andrew Palmer at the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System.
RBC Asset Management Promotes Stu Kedwell to Global CIO
Kedwell will succeed the retiring Dan Chornous, effective January 31, 2026.
Steyer Takes Leave From Climate Fund to Run for California Governor
The billionaire co-chair of Galvanize Climate Solutions and founder of Farallon Capital will make a bid to succeed term-limited incumbent Gavin Newsom.
Truist Launches Institutional Capital Group
The team, which will cover middle-market private equity sponsors and family offices, will be led by Chris Jackson.
Panama Sovereign Fund CIO to Step Down
Abdiel Santiago will leave the Fondo de Ahorro de Panamá on December 4 as part of a planned leadership transition.
Why This Consultant Is Doubling Down on Sustainability
Max Messervy, a former Mercer director, founded his independent firm, Oakledge Advisors, to help asset owners and other investors navigate climate strategy.