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Gianpiero JP Balestrieri

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Board Member at Council of Institutional Investors
📍 Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Gianpiero is the Executive Director and CEO of the DC Retirement Board, where he manages a pension fund exceeding $14 billion for the districts public servants. His 25+ year career spans private equity, M&A, and investment management, backed by a JD from American University and management education from Harvard Business School.

Guided by the personal philosophy to "Lead by serving Others, " Gianpiero emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and well-being in team leadership. He is actively involved with organizations that use technology for global good and has a passion for strategic growth in impactful companies and communities.

He is a two-time recipient of the "Deal of the Year" award, for M&A in 2011 and Financing in 2015, from his previous role as a managing partner in investment banking.

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Experience
31 Years
Current Role
Board Member
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Institutional Investing
As CEO of the DC Retirement Board, he oversees a multi-billion dollar pension fund, focusing on long-term growth and stability for thousands of public servants.
Corporate Governance
Serves on the U. S. Asset Owners Advisory Council for the Council of Institutional Investors, driving strategy and best practices on key governance issues.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Board Member
Council of Institutional Investors
9-2021
Executive Director & CEO
DC Retirement Board
2020
Advisory Board Member: Strategy for Investments in Fintech/Sustainability/Governance
FinTech4Good
1-2010 - 12-2016
Executive Board Member
Ridge Global LLC
2008 - 12-2023
Member Of The Board Of Advisors
JTCC
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Education
Management Business Administration
Harvard Business School
Doctor of Law - JD
American University Washington College of Law
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