Callan Expands Leadership Team with New Director for Public and Private Markets Research

Callan Expands Leadership Team

In a notable move to strengthen its research capabilities, Callan, an eminent institutional investment consulting firm, has appointed Pete Keliuotis as the inaugural Director of Public and Private Markets Research. The appointment, which takes effect on June 15, 2026, highlights Callan's commitment to enhance its operational efficiency and bolster collaboration within its research teams.

Role Overview

Pete Keliuotis, who has served as an executive vice president and head of Alternatives Consulting since joining Callan in 2019, will now take the helm of this newly established role. His extensive experience and leadership skills will be crucial in overseeing a broad array of functions, including the firm's global manager research, as well as research pertaining to alternatives and real assets.

Leadership Remarks

Greg Allen, Callan's CEO and Chief Research Officer, expressed his confidence in Keliuotis's leadership. He remarked, "Pete's leadership of our alternatives consulting team and important initiatives across the firm has been exemplary, and he will no doubt excel in his new role." Allen emphasized that Keliuotis's promotion aims to enhance collaboration across their research portfolio and invigorate technological innovations within the firm.

Focus on Efficiency and Effectiveness

In his new position, Keliuotis emphasized the importance of practical improvements in collaboration among research groups and integration with the consulting teams. He shared, "I am thrilled to take on this new role to focus on improving collaboration across research groups, strengthening integration with consulting, and finding practical ways to make our research and consulting work more efficient and effective." Keliuotis plans to promote Callan's research-driven culture, a core strength that differentiates the firm in a competitive market.

A Wealth of Experience

Keliuotis brings over 35 years of experience in investment and consulting. His career trajectory includes a significant role at Cliffwater, where he was a senior managing director dedicated to alternatives investing. Furthermore, he has held several critical positions, including CEO of Strategic Investment Solutions and notable tenures at Mercer Investment Consulting and Hotchkis and Wiley. These experiences equip him well to lead Callan in addressing the evolving needs of its clients.

About Callan

Founded in 1973 as an employee-owned investment consulting firm, Callan has been a guiding force in providing institutional clients with tailored investment solutions backed by in-depth research and data. Currently advising clients with assets exceeding $3 trillion, Callan remains one of the largest independently owned investment consulting firms in the United States. The firm's primary focus is on serving pension plans, endowments, foundations, and various asset owners through a client-centric consulting model.

With this new appointment, Callan is poised to enhance its research initiatives and continue fostering an environment of innovative investment solutions for a broad array of clients. To learn more about Callan's services and expertise, visit callan.com.

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