The U.S. Olympic Endowment is managed by a 10-member board of directors.  The board composition includes: four public sector members, two Athletes' Advisory Council representatives, two National Governing Bodies representatives, the Chair of the USOPC and the CEO of the USOPC.  The board meets twice a year (June and December).  The Investment Committee meets quarterly to review the USOE’s performance with the assistance of Prime Buchholz, its independent investment consultant.

The day-to-day administrative operations of the Endowment are the responsibility of the EVP/COO and his administrative assistant.
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The current USOE investment philosophy encompasses the following objectives:

• Maintain a well-diversified portfolio in an effort to control risk.
• Investment portfolio seeks returns over inflation with controlled volatility.
• Maintain good liquidity profile.
• Maintain a globally diversified portfolio.
• Exploit market inefficiencies or opportunities through world class investment managers.
• Provide an outstanding investment vehicle for current and potential member organizations.
• Seek ways to enhance returns through fee reductions, new commitments, and leveraging the long-term nature of the endowment.

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