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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. William Barton Rogers founded it in 1861 to provide...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. William Barton Rogers founded it in 1861 to provide useful knowledge amid American industrialization. MIT plays a role in the development of modern technology and science and drives innovation and powers the economy.
General information
Firm type
Endowment / Foundation
Year founded
1861
AUM
27400 (Altss estimate)
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Cambridge
Corporate office
Cambridge, MA, United States
Principals
Seth Alexander
President and Chief Investment Officer of MITIMCo
Mark P. Gorenberg
Chair of the MIT Corporation and MITIMCo Board
Paul Marcus
Chair of the MITIMCo Board
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at MITIMCo?
Seth Alexander serves as President and Chief Investment Officer. Mark P. Gorenberg and Paul Marcus chair the MITIMCo Board.
Does MIT participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
MITIMCo executes both fund commitments and direct co-investments. Private holdings include Bitwise Asset Management and several venture-stage companies.
What asset classes does the endowment target?
Allocations span private equity, real estate, hedge funds, natural resources, infrastructure and public equities. Direct real estate developments in Kendall Square form a core component.
Where does the endowment maintain geographic exposure?
Primary activity centers on North America with additional commitments in Europe and Asia. Real estate assets remain concentrated in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
How does MITIMCo handle ESG considerations?
The endowment maintains a Net Zero plan targeted for 2026 and applies exclusion screens to oil and gas holdings. Managers undergo ESG review as part of the investment process.
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