UK Plumbing Pension Picks WTW as OCIO for $1.63B Plan
The Plumbing and Mechanical Services Industry Pension Scheme aims to eventually offload its liabilities to an insurer.
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William Blair Names Robert Kendall as Global Head of Investment Management
The former Raymond James Investment Management president will succeed Stephanie Braming.
Ohio Legislators Reshape Teachers’ Pension Board Structure
According to the recently passed state budget, teachers will see their representation on the State Teachers’ Retirement System of Ohio’s board slashed to three from a majority of seven by 2028, following years of governance conflict.
Outdated Financial Theory Is Failing Us All: What CIOs Must Rethink About Risk, Return and Resilience
Today’s systemic threats—from climate breakdown to democratic backsliding—demand a fundamental shift in how CIOs understand and manage long-term value creation.
April Wilcox Named Senior Investment Director at CalSTRS
Promoted from director of investment services, Wilcox will direct the investment operations of the $358 billion plan.
CIO Interview Series: Barry Kenneth, CIO of the UK’s Pension Protection Fund
The CIO of the UK's Pension Protection Fund discusses investing in the private markets and investing trends.
Aquiline Closes Acquisition of SEI Family Office Services Unit
The business has been rebranded as Archway, effective June 30.
President Trump Signs Tax, Policy Bill
The massive measure raises taxes on certain endowments, extends the federal debt limit, makes cuts to federal benefits and much more.
Apollo-, Athene-Backed Athora to Acquire PRT Provider Pension Insurance Corp.
The $7.78 billion acquisition of the U.K.-based defined benefit insurer will create a group with $158 billion in assets.
NC State Legislation Moves Sole Pension Investment Decisions Away From Treasurer
The newly created North Carolina Investment Authority’s five-member board will oversee all investment activities for the state’s retirement system.
Asset Gains for 100 Largest Public Pensions Surge $98B in May; PRT Costs Decline
Funded levels for the plans rose to 81.1% during the month.
Barry Kenneth Talks Infrastructure and Institutional Investing
The CIO of the UK's Pension Protection Fund discusses investing in the private markets and investing trends in a webinar with CIO.
JFK Airport Lands Australia’s TelstraSuper as New Investor
The investment, of an undisclosed amount, “aligns with our long-term approach and our commitment to supporting essential infrastructure,” a fund official said.
Ex-GIC Tech Boss Launches Inaugural VC Fund
Jeremy Kranz’s Sentinel Global has raised $213.5 million in committed capital.
Georgetown University Taps Lehigh Endowment for New CIO
Kristin Agatone will become the investment chief of the $3.7 billion endowment, effective September 15, succeeding Michael Barry.