State of Wisconsin Investment Board

The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB) is a public organization headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. Employing approximately 469 individuals, SWIB is responsible for managing a significant portfolio of assets totaling roughly $165.6 billion. SWIB specializes in investment management for various public funds. Their primary responsibility is overseeing the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), one of the ten largest public pension funds in the United States, which provides retirement benefits to over 663,000 public employees. In addition to the WRS, SWIB manages the State Investment Fund, acting as the state's cash management fund, and various other separately managed funds. SWIB distinguishes itself through its commitment to a disciplined, prudent, and innovative approach to investment management. This philosophy has contributed to the WRS's strong financial standing, placing it among the best-funded pension funds in the nation. SWIB's mission focuses on being a trusted and skilled global investment organization, dedicated to securing strong financial futures for the beneficiaries of the funds under its management. For more information, visit SWIB's website at swib.state.wi.us.