Office of the Illinois State Treasurer
Fernando Diaz is an experienced financial professional currently serving as Deputy Treasurer at the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer since January 2015, where responsibilities include leadership of the state of Illinois' $10B 529 College Savings Programs, Bright Start and Bright Directions. Prior to this role, Fernando held various positions at Chicago State University from August 2006 to January 2015, including Director of the Latino Resource Center and Assistant Dean of Students. Educational qualifications consist of a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration from Chicago State University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Chicago State University.
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