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Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1
Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1 operates the pension and benefit funds for stagehands in New York theater. Christopher Brockmeyer serves as...
Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1
Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1 operates the pension and benefit funds for stagehands in New York theater. Christopher Brockmeyer serves as Co-Chair and Trustee. James J. Claffey Jr. previously led the local for nearly two decades. The pension fund follows a diversified strategy. It holds a position in Hamilton Lane Strategic Opportunities Fund VII as a limited partner. It also maintains insurance assets through Aetna Life Insurance Company. Geographic focus centers on the United States with commitments executed via fund vehicles. The organization maintains a headquarters asset at 320 West 46th Street and supports the Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation for member assistance. It participates in the AFL-CIO and the National Coordinating Committee for Multiemployer Plans. Christopher Brockmeyer also holds a role at The Broadway League. Governance links the pension directly to the parent IATSE international and local collective bargaining agreements with theater owners.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
—
AUM
617 (Altss estimate)
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
New York
Corporate office
320 West 46th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10036
Principals
Christopher Brockmeyer
Co-Chair / Trustee
James J. Claffey Jr.
Former President
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1?
Christopher Brockmeyer serves as Co-Chair and Trustee of the employee benefit funds. He also directs employee benefit funds for The Broadway League.
Does Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1 participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The pension fund acts as a limited partner in external vehicles. One confirmed holding is Hamilton Lane Strategic Opportunities Fund VII.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Assets derive from contributions tied to collective bargaining agreements covering New York stagehands and related benefit plans.
How is Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1 related to its parent organization?
Local One functions as the premier stagehand local within the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.
Does Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE, Local #1 maintain philanthropic structures?
The Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation provides financial assistance to members in need and has supported disaster relief efforts such as the Hurricane Katrina Fund.
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