How Should Fund Managers Approach Pension Plans in Private Market Investing? Featuring Edward Comerford Swimming with Allocators

This week on Swimming with Allocators, Earnest and Alexa welcome Edward Comerford, Director of Private Markets at the San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System (SFERS). They delve into Edward’s role in managing San Francisco's private market portfolio, his experience with private markets investing, and the unique mission of pension plans. The conversation covers the significance of venture capital in pension portfolios, the challenges of market fluctuations, and the importance of consistent investment strategies. Edward also reminisces about his business school days with Earnest, including their shared passion for basketball. The episode provides insights into the thoughtful approach required for pension plan investment management and the evolving landscape of venture capital. Also, don’t miss our insider segment as Nik Talreja of Sydecar.io talks about how Sydecar is revolutionizing venture capital operations.