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Infrastructure is Holding Its Own: The Rise of the Infrastructure Asset Class
Infrastructure is Holding Its Own: The Rise of the Infrastructure Asset Class

Explore how infrastructure is emerging as a vital asset class, offering pension funds diversified, low-volatility, inflation-hedged returns amid global economic shifts. Continue Reading

Date posted05/14/2024


Barclays’ Failure to Implement Adequate Internal Controls to Track Sales of Securities Under Shelf
Barclays’ Failure to Implement Adequate Internal Controls to Track Sales of Securities Under Shelf

Discover how Barclays' failure in internal controls led to unregistered securities sales under shelf registrations, causing losses and reputational harm. Continue Reading

Date posted05/9/2024


Exxon Proxy Statement Lawsuit May Chill Investor ESG Proposals
Exxon Proxy Statement Lawsuit May Chill Investor ESG Proposals

Exxon’s 2024 lawsuit against investors over an ESG proxy proposal raises concerns about chilling effects on shareholder ESG initiatives amid SEC’s restrictive stance. Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2024


NCPERS Chief Officers Summit Offers Solutions to Challenges Faced by Public Pension Leaders
NCPERS Chief Officers Summit Offers Solutions to Challenges Faced by Public Pension Leaders

NCPERS Chief Officers Summit offers public pension leaders a candid forum to share solutions on governance, investments, DEI, and strategic planning. Register now! Continue Reading

Date posted05/1/2024


2024 Public Pension Compensation Survey
2024 Public Pension Compensation Survey

Discover the 2024 Public Pension Compensation Survey by NCPERS and CBIZ, offering in-depth salary data for 80+ public pension roles nationwide. Continue Reading

Date posted05/1/2024


What to Know About the Latest House WEP-GPO Hearing
What to Know About the Latest House WEP-GPO Hearing

Learn about the latest House hearing on Social Security's WEP and GPO penalties, potential formula changes, and their impact on retirees and legislation. Continue Reading

Date posted05/1/2024


The Most Important Trends and Developments in Pension Funding
The Most Important Trends and Developments in Pension Funding

Discover key trends and developments in public pension funding, including mature plan strategies, AI integration, and insights from the 2024 NCPERS Public Pension Funding Forum. Continue Reading

Date posted04/25/2024


NCPERS, CBIZ Partner to Provide In-Depth Compensation Data to Public Pensions
NCPERS, CBIZ Partner to Provide In-Depth Compensation Data to Public Pensions

NCPERS partners with CBIZ to deliver the 2024 Public Pension Compensation Survey, offering detailed salary and bonus data for 80+ public pension roles. Continue Reading

Date posted04/24/2024


From Public Pension CIO to Managing Director of Monroe Capital: Andy Kiehl Shares Perspective
From Public Pension CIO to Managing Director of Monroe Capital: Andy Kiehl Shares Perspective

Andy Kiehl, Managing Director at Monroe Capital and former Deputy CIO of Kentucky Retirement System, shares insights on institutional investing complexity, risks, and opportunities. Continue Reading

Date posted04/24/2024


HELP Committee Hearing on Retirement
HELP Committee Hearing on Retirement

Discover key insights from the HELP Committee hearing on the U.S. retirement crisis, defined benefit plans, and bipartisan efforts to enhance retirement security. Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2024


Build On Your Fund’s Fiduciary Education Program with NCPERS University
Build On Your Fund’s Fiduciary Education Program with NCPERS University

Enhance your public pension fund’s governance with NCPERS University’s fiduciary education programs—onboard and upskill trustees and staff for improved performance. Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2024


A Look at the Illinois Municipal Police and Fire Pension Consolidation Process
A Look at the Illinois Municipal Police and Fire Pension Consolidation Process

Explore the Illinois municipal police and fire pension consolidation process, addressing pandemic challenges, legal battles, and enhanced investment returns. Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2024