Administrative and Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii Regular Meeting
The committee meeting addressed several key operational and compliance topics. Discussions focused on the Compliance Office's quarterly reports concerning enterprise governance, risk, and compliance, as well as the progress of the ERS modernization project. Internal audit updates were provided, highlighting the remediation status of non-IT findings, priority improvement areas such as accounts payable processes, and budget development. The committee also covered contracting and procurement frameworks and reviewed the current status of various audit remediation sub-tasks. Additionally, an executive session was held to discuss sensitive matters related to cybersecurity, information security, and technology risk management.
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Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii Special Meeting
The board meeting agenda focused on an extensive investment education summit covering various financial topics. Key discussion items included total fund strategic updates, asset-liability studies, liquidity and risk management, and the operational risk introduction. The agenda featured panels and sessions on liquid and private markets, including strategic plans for global credit, real assets, and private equity. Furthermore, the meeting included sessions on macroeconomic trends, artificial intelligence in investing, operational due diligence, diversifying strategies, and a discussion on leadership succession plans. Additionally, the summit included a review of Hawaii targeted investments, a public pension CIO panel regarding lessons learned, and a conversation with leaders in private credit.
Sep 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii Regular Meeting
The board meeting focused on several operational and governance matters. Key discussion topics included reports on ERS operations, program support, and activities by various committees, including Governance Policy, Administrative & Audit, Human Resources, Legislative, and Investment Committees. Specific actions involved reviewing committee charters, discussing trustee education and travel policies, evaluating recruitment statuses for multiple positions, reviewing investment fund performance, and planning for the 2027 legislative session, including proposals to exempt specific information technology positions from civil service requirements.
Sep 2, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Legislative Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaii Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee discussed electing a new Vice Chair and examined a proposed legislative bill and justification relating to the exemption from civil service for the Information Systems Branch Manager position. The committee also identified and discussed potential legislative proposals deemed necessary or desirable for the system's investments, administration, and operations.
