Eric Krol is a Senior Communications Specialist at the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer. Previously, Eric worked as an Adjunct Faculty at Loyola University Chicago, as a Freelance editor, writer, communicator, and researcher, and as a Political Writer and Deputy Investigations Editor at Daily Herald and Chicago Tribune Media Group respectively. Eric has extensive experience in journalism, government, and communications.
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