Christopher McDonough

Mr. McDonough is the Chief Investment Officer of Investment Performance Services and is responsible for developing and implementing investment policy for the firm.

He serves as Chairman of the IPS Investment Committee and is a member of the IPS Management Committee, which establishes and executes IPS’ strategic business initiatives. Mr. McDonough works on all aspects of client funds including investment policy formulation, asset allocation strategies, performance monitoring, and manager searches and oversees the firm’s SFA programs. A frequent speaker at educational conferences, his manager research responsibilities include multi-asset allocation strategies and private equity.

Prior to joining IPS in 2018, Mr. McDonough was the Director of the Division of Investment for the State of New Jersey and Chief Investment Officer for the approximately $79 billion New Jersey Public Employees Retirement System. He was responsible for developing the long-term strategic asset allocation and annual tactical investment plans for New Jersey, and during his tenure, the State was frequently recognized for its innovative investment strategy and strong performance. Prior to New Jersey, Mr. McDonough spent ten years with the City of Philadelphia Public Employees Retirement System where he was Chief Investment Officer of defined benefit plan and deferred compensation plan with combined assets over $4.5 billion.

Mr. McDonough earned a B.S. in Finance from LaSalle University. He is an active member of the St. Bede’s the Venerable CYO Program.