Key Takeaways
- Geography: United States.
Analysis
In her new position, Wilcox will report directly to Chief Investment Officer Scott Chan. She will be responsible for implementing the investment division’s strategic goals and objectives, guiding business operations, technology transformation, and risk oversight throughout the investment branch.
“I look forward to building on our momentum with technological transformation and driving innovation across our investment divisions,” said Wilcox.
Wilcox joined CalSTRS in 2004 as a senior accounting officer and has steadily advanced through the organization. Her career includes roles such as investment officer for fixed income and investment operations and Director of Investment Services. In the latter role, she led the strategic oversight of the fund’s operational functions and helped modernize its investment infrastructure.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from California State University, Sacramento and an executive certificate in management and leadership from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Her educational background, combined with two decades of institutional experience, positions her well to lead CalSTRS’ next phase of evolution in digital transformation and enterprise risk management.
Scott Chan praised Wilcox’s promotion, stating: “April and her team are the backbone of CalSTRS investments. She is the right person to lead our future evolution in key areas such as the buildout of the investment team’s approach to technology. Her experience and knowledge across the breadth of our portfolio and investment strategies are invaluable.”
CalSTRS is the largest educator-only pension fund in the world and the second-largest public pension fund in the United States. As of July 2025, it manages over $358 billion in assets on behalf of more than 980,000 California public school educators and their beneficiaries. The fund’s mission is to provide retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to California’s teachers and educational staff through responsible, long-term investing.
With a long-term focus on sustainability and innovation, CalSTRS is actively investing in technologies and processes that enhance its ability to serve members, manage complex portfolios, and ensure fiduciary excellence in a rapidly evolving global market.
April Wilcox’s promotion highlights CalSTRS’ strategic focus on leadership development, internal talent elevation, and a commitment to operational excellence within its investment division.