CalPERS and CalSTRS Announce Emerging Managers Conference in Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, California – The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) and the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) are set to host the Catalyst: California’s Emerging & Diverse Investment Manager Forum on May 12-13 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento. This conference aims to foster growth for emerging and diverse investment managers by convening institutional investors and asset managers.

The event will feature discussions on best practices for allocating resources to emerging and diverse investment firms. It will cover a range of topics, including effective human capital management, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance diversity, funding opportunities for female partners, and success stories from diverse managers.

“We’re excited to bring together a diverse group of investors and managers who share a commitment to fostering inclusivity in the investment management space,” said a CalPERS spokesperson. “Our goal is to create an environment where innovative ideas can flourish.”

CalPERS and CalSTRS will also discuss their approaches to working with emerging managers and share insights on their asset class views. The forum aims to identify practical strategies to increase allocations to diverse investment managers, thereby supporting broader diversity in the investment community.

In addition to panel discussions, the forum will include networking opportunities for attendees to connect and collaborate. This initiative is part of a larger effort by both pension funds to ensure their portfolios reflect diverse perspectives and to enhance performance in an increasingly competitive market.