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After years of relaying CalPERS’ promise of reti After years of relaying CalPERS’ promise of retirement and health benefits, Heather Huerta finally finds herself on the other side of the conversation.

Here are some tips on how to approach retirement from a longtime CalPERS team member, and ways to fulfill yourself afterward.

Read Huerta's full story on our PERSpective news blog. (Link in bio)
Para nuestros miembros que hablan Español: CalP Para nuestros miembros que hablan Español:
 
CalPERS ofrecerá un curso para miembros 24 de Junio en el sur de California.
 
Si ha completado la clase de “Lo Esential para Planificar su Jubilación” y está listo para completar su solicitud de jubilación, esta clase es para usted.
 
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#ThrowbackThursday In the early 1930s, there was #ThrowbackThursday

In the early 1930s, there was a push to create a retirement system for California's state workers — which eventually came to pass, marking the beginning of CalPERS.

While we now cover far more than just state workers, the same vision is intact to this day.
Thank you to everyone who attended our Catalyst co Thank you to everyone who attended our Catalyst conference this week, and a special shout-out to all those who helped bring this event to life — especially our partners at @CalSTRS.

We heard from dozens of high-impact speakers over two days and multiple panels, as they touched on some of the investment industry's most pressing issues today.

Beyond the conversations themselves, we hope we provided a place for emerging and diverse managers to learn, network, and walk away with actionable insights on how to grow their businesses and break through barriers in this challenging space.

Catalyst is meant to connect and bring people together, and we're proud so many were able to do just that by participating in what turned out to be a transformative experience.

Hope you can join us next time!
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Don't miss this year’s Pathways for Women Conference, featuring even more opportunities to empower and inspire you to become the best version of yourself.

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#ThankfulThursday

At CalPERS, we're grateful for every member who's been with us, past or present — and even those who were only with us for a limited time.

If you are considering leaving your CalPERS-covered employment, there are a few factors to consider for your benefits.

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