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