The CalSTRS Executive staff are committed to administering the direction set by the Teachers' Retirement Board and are responsible for day-to-day operations of the system.

Jack Ehnes
Chief Executive Officer

Christopher J. Ailman
Chief Investment Officer

Brian J. Bartow
General Counsel

Christine Ford
Chief of Staff

Robin Madsen
Chief Financial Officer

Ed Derman
Deputy CEO,
Plan Design and Communication

Janice Hanson
Deputy CEO,
Enterprise Initiatives and Technology

Cassandra Lichnock
Human Resources Executive Officer,
Human Resources

Peggy Plett
Deputy CEO,
Benefits and Services