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On May 12, our Customer Experience team delivered On May 12, our Customer Experience team delivered a milestone worth celebrating.

In a single day, CalPERS staff attended to all 3,557 calls that came in, achieving a 100% service level and amounting to a “perfect day" for us. 

In over 27 years of State call center experience, our Call Center Division Chief Thor Dunn says he's never experienced one of those, until now.

It's just a reminder that behind every interaction is a tight-knit unit committed to serving our 2.4 million members with care and support.

Read more about our Customer Experience team's work on our PERSpective blog at the link in our bio.
A CalPERS Special Power of Attorney allows you to A CalPERS Special Power of Attorney allows you to authorize someone you trust to act on your behalf for certain CalPERS matters if needed. 

It’s one way to help make sure important retirement or benefit-related decisions can still be handled when life circumstances change.

Watch our Quick Tip video for a quick rundown, and explore our Retirement Benefits webpage at the link in our bio for more info.
Some traditions are too good to stay in the past. Some traditions are too good to stay in the past.
 
Years ago at CalPERS, team members would hand out little “You Are a ROCK!” notes to recognize each other’s hard work, kindness, and everyday wins. Somewhere along the way, the post-its faded out … until recently.
 
An old stack resurfaced on the third floor of LPN, and now the break room is slowly filling up again with fun doodles, words of encouragement, and sweet messages for whoever might need them that day.
 
As you can see, the pad is clear and ready for the next note. What's your message to someone you know who's a total rock?

#CalPERS #LifeAtCalpers #WorkCulture #BeKind #LikeARock
Congratulations to CalPERS' Chief Technology Offic Congratulations to CalPERS' Chief Technology Officer, Stephenson Loveson, on receiving the DEI Vanguard Award from the Asian Pacific State Employees Association (APSEA) at the 2026 State of Belonging: Workforce Equity Symposium.
 
The award recognizes leaders advancing inclusive policies, expanding equitable opportunities, and fostering a culture of belonging through collaboration, innovation, and advocacy.
 
We’re proud to see Stephenson's leadership and commitment to empowering teams and driving meaningful change recognized among peers across state government.
 
Well done!
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NEW: CalPERS Board Election Nomination Period Ends May 14

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