Join us for a year-end recap with our Executive Director, Dr. L.C. "Buster" Evans, Ed.D., for an insightful conversation as we delve into the highlights and challenges of 2024.
Topics discussed include:
- TRS achieving the highest return of all state pension systems in the US.
- Legislative impacts on the system, including proposed and passed bills.
- Addressing teacher shortages in Georgia.
- The number of members who retired this year.
- Retirees over the age of 100.
-The importance of keeping beneficiary information up to date.
- The state charitable contribution campaign.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the state of Georgia's teacher retirement system and its commitment to securing the future of educators.
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
01:36 - Legislative Impacts on the System
03:40 - TRS Challenges, Trends, & Triumphs
07:52 - Technology & Security Enhancements
10:48 - TRS’ Stellar FY 2024 Market Performance
13:08 - Adapting to Change: New, Current, and Retired Educators
22:42 - TRS Accessibility: On-Demand Content & Macon Office
26:23 - Member Retirement Trends
27:50 - Retiree Resources
31:08 - The Importance of TRS Beneficiary Designations
32:20 - Employer Shout-Out: Renee Lipp, Harris County Schools
34:29 - TRS Staff: Development, Initiatives, & Giving
40:58 - Priorities for the Year Ahead (2025)
43:02 - Words of Wisdom and Gratitude from Dr. L.C. (Buster) Evans
44:50 - Outro
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