Michael Cumming was named deputy chief investment officer for public markets at the $25.3 billion Kansas Public Employees Retirement System, Topeka, a news release said Monday.
He replaces Bruce Fink, who was promoted to CIO of the pension fund in October to replace Elizabeth B.A. Miller, who retired in July.
Mr. Cumming was previously a portfolio manager for Country Club Bank's wealth management unit.
KPERS has a total target allocation of 63% to public markets: 23.5% each domestic equities and international equities, 10% fixed income and 6% yield-driven assets.
