Insights Built From Four Decades of Institutional Investing

Christopher Ailman brings more than 37 years of institutional investment experience to conferences, panels, industry events and executive gatherings. As the former Chief Investment Officer of CalSTRS, Chris offers a practical perspective shaped by decades of navigating global markets, investment governance, portfolio strategy and the evolving challenges facing institutional investors.

His speaking engagements combine real-world experience with a forward-looking perspective on topics including investment strategy, governance, leadership, sustainability, emerging trends and the responsibilities facing today’s CIOs and investment boards.

Whether participating in a keynote, panel discussion or fireside conversation, Chris brings candid insight, thoughtful perspective and lessons learned from a career managing one of the world’s largest public pension portfolios.

Chris Ailman

Interested in having Chris speak at your next event?

Contact Ailman Advisers to discuss your audience, event and potential speaking topics.

Past Speaking Events

Ceres 2023

On October 16, 2023, we celebrated Evening with Ceres in San Francisco. Christopher Ailman, Chief Investment Officer of CalSTRS, speaks during the event. See more at ceres.org/eveningwithceres.