Speakers

As Chief Investment Officer and Deputy Comptroller for Asset Management, Steven Meier oversees investments for the New York City retirement systems. Mr. Meier brings over 40 years of experience, previously serving as Assistant Treasurer and Interim Chief Investment Officer for Connecticut's Office of the State Treasurer, overseeing the investments of Connecticut's $40 billion public pension system. Previously, Meier spent 17 years at State Street and State Street Global Advisors, where he rose to Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer for Global Fixed Income, Currency, and Cash Management, overseeing over $900 billion in assets. In addition, he served on SSGA's Investment Committee. His experience also includes roles at Credit Suisse First Boston, Oppenheimer Capital, Merrill Lynch Capital Markets, and Irving Trust Company. Meier is a CFA Charter Holder and certified Financial Risk Manager. He holds an MBA from Indiana University's Kelly School of Business and a BBA from Hofstra University.