Peer Connections

Author: Global Peer Financing Association

The Global Peer Financing Association (GPFA) is a non-profit group consisting of global beneficial owners actively engaged in the securities financing industry who share a goal to promote a more efficient and actionable way to increase and support peer-to-peer trading activity. GPFA's Peer Connections podcast series highlights beneficial owner members telling their stories of how their organizations approach securities lending and repo. The episodes support the group's goal of sharing insights, best practices and true transparency about securities lending. Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/68366341/ For more information, check out our website: Global Peer Securities Financing Association (globalpeerfinancingassociation.org)
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Asset Management Insights from VRS
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025

Chris Benish is joined by Brock Bell from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) to discuss VRS's asset allocation and their unique approach to leveraging. The conversation delves into various financing and liquidity management strategies, the rationale behind VRS's use of leverage, and the importance of diverse asset programs. They also cover swap capabilities, the necessary legal agreements for trading, and governance considerations.