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State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB)

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Since its creation in 1951, the State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB) has been a leading institutional investment organization managing the assets of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and other separately managed funds. With $178 billion in assets under management, SWIB has been recognized by the investment industry for its teamwork and innovation that helps make it a premier asset manager. Sophisticated investment management strategies, forward-looking technologies, and strong internal asset management make SWIB a leading investment organization. For public employees in Wisconsin, SWIB is a unique and valuable partner. Investing for the financial security of more than 703,000 individuals – and for the more than 1,600 Wisconsin employers who contribute on behalf of their employees – SWIB’s strong management of the WRS has helped create one of the few fully funded public pension funds in the country. SWIB’s long-term investment returns meet the challenges of a constantly evolving investment landscape while helping grow and protect the assets of the WRS, which is one of the largest public pension funds in the U.S. We are a mission driven organization and the participants we serve are our mission. By bringing a disciplined, prudent, and innovative approach to market opportunities, SWIB has been successful in generating reasonable returns and maintaining the trust of the beneficiaries and stakeholders of the funds we oversee. With a commitment to securing the financial futures for those who have dedicated their careers to public service in the State of Wisconsin, SWIB provides a disciplined, prudent, and innovative approach to market opportunities. Providing a strong, steady economic pillar for the people of Wisconsin, SWIB’s forward-thinking culture and award-winning staff has helped the agency grow one of the best-funded pension funds in the US.