Governance
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Endowment(USOPE) is managed by a 12-member board of directors. The board composition includes:

• Four(4) Public Members
• Four(4) Athletes' Advisory Council Representatives
• Two(2) National Governing Bodies Representatives
• Chair of the USOPC
• CEO of the USOPC

​Meetings & Reviews

• The whole board meets twice a year (June and December), special sessions may be called as necessary
• Investment Committee meets quarterly to review the USOPE’s performance with the assistance of its independent investment consultant
• Audit Committee meets annually to review the external independent financial audit and select auditors for the following period
• Awards Committee meets as necessary to select the award recipients

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​The day-to-day administrative operations of the Endowment are the responsibility of the EVP/COO and their administrative assistant.

​The current USOPE 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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