Office of the Illinois State Treasurer
Michael Stephenson is currently a Community Affairs Specialist at the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer since January 2024. Prior to this role, Michael served as Partner Capacity Building Coordinator and Programs Specialist at the Greater Chicago Food Depository from September 2020 to January 2024, focusing on network partner support and operational continuity during the pandemic. Michael also has experience as a Guest Service Advocate at Target and as a Project Administrator at Litchfield Cavo LLP. Michael holds a Bachelor of Educational Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia and participated in an Academic History Research Program through a study abroad initiative at the University of Oxford.
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