Sandra M. Schaufler

Sandra M. Schaufler, CFA, is a highly experienced investment professional currently serving as the Managing Director of Public Equities at NYSTRS since October 2025, where responsibilities include overseeing global public equities portfolios and leading a 15-member team. Prior to this role, Sandra held the position of Managing Director and Co-Head of Sustainable Investing at Nuveen, focusing on sustainable investment strategies across equities and fixed income. Additional experience includes senior roles at Meketa Investment Group, SEI, Merrill Lynch, and Deutsche Asset Management, where Sandra demonstrated expertise in portfolio management and strategic direction. Sandra's academic background includes advanced degrees and executive education in finance and ESG investing from prestigious institutions such as Columbia Business School and Universität Innsbruck.