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State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio
State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) ranks among the nation's largest public pension funds. It serves over 500,000 active, inactive, and...
State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio
State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) ranks among the nation's largest public pension funds. It serves over 500,000 active, inactive, and retired Ohio public educators. Established in 1920, the system provides retirement, healthcare, disability, and survivor benefits as a legally separate and fiscally independent entity from the state government.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
1920
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Columbus
Corporate office
275 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215-3771, United States
Principals
Steven C. Toole
Executive Director
Aaron DiCenzo
Chief Investment Officer
Rudy Fichtenbaum
Board Chair
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio?
Aaron DiCenzo serves as Chief Investment Officer and oversees strategy and internal management. The Retirement Board chaired by Rudy Fichtenbaum sets policy.
Does State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The system acts as a limited partner in multiple private equity and venture funds including Thoma Bravo and Silver Lake Partners VI. It also holds direct real estate assets such as 10 Hudson Yards and 590 Madison Avenue.
What investment stages does State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio typically target?
Allocations span buyout, growth equity, venture and secondaries through fund commitments. Direct holdings focus on operating real estate and public equities.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Assets derive from contributions by Ohio public educators and investment returns on a $95.3 billion portfolio. The system remains fiscally independent from the state government.
How is State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio related to the Ohio Retirement Study Council?
The Ohio Retirement Study Council provides legislative oversight for the system and other state retirement plans.
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