Announcing the Silver Sponsors for the TEXPERS 2024 Summer Educational Forum
The Texas Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems is thrilled to announce the Silver Sponsors for the upcoming TEXPERS 2024 Summer Educational Forum, Presented by Dimensional. Silver Sponsors play a pivotal role in the success of this event by enriching programming and supporting the Association’s mission to educate Texas public pensions.
The sponsors are:
- Coherus BioSciences – A leading biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing biosimilars to improve patient access to essential therapies. Coherus is excited to present Dennis M. Lanfear, President and CEO, speaking on current trends and future outlooks in biotechnology at 1:05 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
- TD | Epoch – A global asset management firm that provides focused investment strategies for various clients worldwide. TD | Epoch will feature Kevin Hebner, Ph.D., Managing Director and Global Investment Strategist, presenting "AI: The Key Investment Theme for the Next Decade" at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 19.
- Fort Washington Investment Advisors, Inc. – This firm offers a range of investment strategies and solutions, including fixed income, public equity, and private equity. The firm is hosting Stephen A. Baker, Co-Head of Private Equity, who will present "Opportunities in Private Equity: GP-Led vs. LP-Led Secondaries" at 3:25 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19.
- Nossaman LLP – An innovative law firm with national specialties in infrastructure, healthcare, public policy, and complex regulatory and compliance matters. Nossaman is proud to host Michelle Mellon-Werch, a firm partner, presenting "Understanding a Fiduciary's Roles and Responsibilities on a Public Retirement System Board" at 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
- Texas Capital – A commercial bank that delivers highly customized financial services to businesses statewide. The bank will feature Tim Laczkowski, Managing Director - Fund Manager, and Edward Rosenberg, Managing Director and Head of ETF & Funds Management, discussing "Current & Future Trends in Private Credit and Public Equity" at 11:25 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
- Torchlight – Specializes in commercial real estate debt investing, providing institutional investors access to public and private real estate debt investment options. The firm is excited to have Ryan Walters, Senior Vice President of Asset Management, present "Special Servicing & The Life Cycle of a Distressed Loan" at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
"We are immensely thankful to our Silver Sponsors for their significant contributions to this forum," says Art Alfaro, Executive Director of TEXPERS. "Their support enhances our educational offerings and demonstrates their commitment to the public pension industry. Partnering with such distinguished firms allows us to deliver a richer, more insightful experience to all participants."
The TEXPERS Summer Educational Forum is essential for Texas public pension trustees, administrators, and investment professionals, offering professional development and a source to earn state-mandated training and participate in industry networking. The Forum will occur this year at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk, Aug. 18-20, and the theme is "Innovate, Educate, Elevate: Shaping the Future of Retirement Funds."
"The involvement of our sponsors dramatically enriches the learning environment and provides unparalleled networking and professional development opportunities," Alfaro says. "We are proud to feature our sponsors prominently throughout the event, acknowledging their vital role in our community's ongoing education and growth."
Please visit the event website for more information about the event's Silver Sponsors and the thought leaders presenting at the sessions. Anyone still needing to register for the conference, be sure to do so by Aug. 5 to take advantage of a special room rate and an early bird registration fee.
Join us in thanking our Silver Sponsors for their partnership and support.
About the Author:
Allen Jones is the director of communications and event marketing for TEXPERS. He joined the Association in 2017. Before TEXPERS, he worked in the news media industry, producing content for newspapers, magazines, and online publications and leading newsrooms as an editor and publications manager. [email protected]