Office of the Illinois State Treasurer
Allen Mayer serves as the Chief of Staff for the Illinois State Treasurer since January 2015, overseeing a staff of over 170 employees and managing a significant operational budget. Previously, Mayer held the positions of General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in the State Treasurer’s Office, providing legal advice on various issues and supporting legislative initiatives. Prior experience includes service as Deputy General Counsel for the Illinois Department of Commerce, Special Counsel for the Illinois State Comptroller, and a County Board Member in Peoria County. Mayer has a JD from the University of Illinois College of Law and a BA in Political Science from the University of Chicago.
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Office of the Illinois State Treasurer
IThe Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is dedicated to protecting the state’s portfolio, ensuring the liquidity of all investments, and consistently producing earnings at or above industry standards. Our investment decisions promote education, access, and opportunity for individuals and governmental bodies across our state to give families the tools to achieve the American Dream. The Treasurer’s Office is committed to fulfilling this mission in a highly professional and ethical manner, while striving for transparency, efficiency, and preservation of public trust. - State Investments - Illinois Growth & Innovation Fund (growth equity and venture capital) - Secure Choice Retirement Savings - Bright Start and Bright Directions College Savings Plans - Raising the Bar (ESG investments & corporate governance) - Student Investment Account (student loans) - Invest in Illinois programs (access to capital) - Illinois Funds (local government investment pool) - ePAY Merchant Payment Processing (credit and debit cards) - State Banking - Cannabis Banking - iCash/Unclaimed Property - Financial Education