E292: How the Former CalPERS CIO Built a High-Performance Investment Culture
E292: How the Former CalPERS CIO Built a High-Performance Investment Culture  
Podcast: How I Invest with David Weisburd
Published On: Wed Jan 28 2026
Description: How does one of the world’s largest pension funds shift its culture, governance, and investment process at scale? David Weisburd speaks with Nicole about her transition from Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan to serving as CIO of CalPERS, implementing a total portfolio approach, and leading organizational change during a period of market and operational disruption. Nicole shares lessons on governance, board alignment, co-investing, and building long-term investment institutions.