CTPF EMPLOYEE NEWS | SEPTEMBER 2023 | |
Hopefully, you are reading this having recently completed the employee review and goal setting process with your manager. As we embark on a year of learning and growing together, I want to emphasize a key principle that lies at the heart of our success: the power of goal setting and the immense value of learning and growing together.
Goal setting is more than just a task, it's a mindset that propels us forward and brings us together. When we set clear, achievable goals, we create a roadmap for our efforts, enabling us to measure progress and channel our energies effectively. Each goal we set helps us stay on track for the year and contributes to our shared mission.
One of my own goals for this year is to enhance my communications skills. I’ll be taking a course in executive communication at the University of Chicago to help ensure that I communicate effectively within our organization and with our external stakeholders.
However, our growth doesn't stop at personal accomplishments -- it extends to the growth we experience as a team. We are a community of diverse talents, ideas, and experiences, and this wealth of knowledge becomes our greatest asset when we learn and grow together. Collaboration, open communication, and a willingness to share insights are the cornerstones of our work together. By learning from each other, we unlock new perspectives, challenge assumptions, and collectively elevate the quality of our work.
I am excited for the year ahead and look forward to working with all of you as we embark on another exciting year, learning and growing together.
We are CTPF.
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Neighborhood Spotlight: Maggie Daley Park
As we move into the end of summer, we have less and less days to spend outside before the colder months. A great place to enjoy the sunshine with family and friends is Maggie Daley Park. Located just one mile from the CTPF office, Maggie Daley is a 20-acre park that connects to Millennium Park via the BP Pedestrian Bridge. The park offers a children's playground, climbing wall, mini golf, picnic groves, a skating ribbon, tennis courts, and a formal garden. Learn more and plan your visit at maggiedaleypark.com.
Note: Neighborhood spotlight is our new feature highlighting fun places and activities in the neighborhood around CTPF. Have a suggestion? Please email communications@ctpf.org.
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Performance Review Timeline
During our Town Hall Meeting on March 31, the timeline for 2023 Performance reviews was shared.
September 29th is target for pay increases and retroactive pay.
Update Your CTPF Materials
Our communications team works hard to make sure the Fund puts its best foot forward when communicating with the public, and we appreciate your help with this. If you are using any kind of letterhead, template, etc., with a “money green” logo, it is out of date and needs to be replaced with our current brand standards. If you need assistance with this, please email communications@ctpf.org and we’ll be happy to help update your projects.
Supply Room Needs
If you notice that we’re running low on supplies, please email administrativeservices@ctpf.org and note the items needed. Please help keep the supply room tidy by tossing out empty boxes and packaging.
Workplace Solutions EAP Resources
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EAP brochure – This document highlights EAP's resources and provides their contact information.
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LifeSpeak flyer – LifeSpeak is a health, wellness, and personal development platform with over 1000s videos on topics that affect your everyday life. This benefit is included as part of the EAP services at no additional cost.
BrainStorm Quickhelp
There’s a wealth of information available on our new education platform, BrainStorm Quick help. The platform offers personalized learning which combines the organization's objectives with your individual needs. Take a look and get started at https://app.quickhelp.com/ctpf. Login with your CTPF email and credentials.
Coffee Reminders
Please do not use anything but coffee and tea K-cups in the Keurig. Hot cocoa and cappuccino options are not good for the machine and should not be used.
Website Updates
If you have an update to your department's information, please send it to communications@ctpf.org. We appreciate as much lead time as possible or a heads up if you know you will have a rush job during the week.
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Share the News... CTPF is Hiring
The Fund currently has positions available, which are posted on ADP. All available positions can be viewed and applied for on ADP. If you have a referral, please contact HR.
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The Path to PAS
The team continues to work with TELUS Health related to the Project 125 tasks and activities. We recently completed Phase I Discovery. The team will now focus on Phase II which is the Fit Gap session which will validate the Commitments/Requirements. This phase will be conducted through early 2024.
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IT Notes
KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training
The next KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training campaign will run from Monday, August 21, through Monday, September 25. All CTPF employees are required to complete all their
assigned training courses by the September 25th deadline. Instructions were sent via email explaining how to access the training.
KnowBe4 Security Hints & Tips: USB Drive Scams
Have you ever found a USB drive or a CD on the ground or in a parking lot? While you may be curious to see what data is on the USB drive or CD, you should never insert unknown objects into your computer.
Cybercriminals can use USB drives or CDs to steal information and gain unauthorized access to your organization’s network. If you insert unknown devices into your computer, cybercriminals can immediately put malicious code into your computer. By the time you can see what information is loaded on the object, cybercriminals may have already damaged your computer.
Cyberattacks could cost your organization thousands or even millions of dollars. Remember to always refer to your organization’s policies or consult your IT department to help you handle these situations.
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Welcome
- Julian Scott, Employer Audit Data Specialist
- Piotr “Peter” Wojciak, Associate Compliance Auditor
- Michael Donohue, Business Analyst
Farewells
- Fred Yates, Employer Reporting Specialist
Congratulations
- Carrie Berkich promoted to Senior Manager, Benefits
- Rachel Wagner promoted to Supervisor, Pension and Refunds
- Younes Klaleche promoted to Supervisor SPC and Qildro
- Ajay Tantuwaya promoted to Compliance Auditor
- Tim Mack promoted to Field Services Representative
- Peter Touff promoted to Senior Compliance Auditor
- Jesus Rodriguez promoted to Senior Pension Analyst
- David Chernich promoted to Senior Pension Analyst
- Amanda Shell promoted to Pension Analyst
- Agnes Otap promoted to Employer Reporting Analyst
- David Chernich promoted to Senior Pension Analyst
Congratulations to James Binsfeld, Investment Portfolio Analyst, for receiving the Leadership Effectiveness Program certificate from Corporate Finance Institute
Your Turn
What have you been up to? If ytou've attended or been a featured speaker at an event, please share the news with communications@ctpf.org.
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Happy Anniversary to:
Correction from August Newsletter: Evelyn Abrego celebrated her 16th anniversary at CTPF in August.
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Joyce Lloyd
22 Years | Kelly Paulk
10 Years | Gidget Carr
10 Years | Sandy McNamara
6 Years | Daniel Oakes
6 Years | Danielle Smith
2 Years | Tommie Self
1 Year |
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Happy September Birthday to: | |
Kristina Betke | Meaghan Bullock | Gidget Carr | Wanda Coleman | William Hornsberger | Matthew Jankowski | Benoit Laurent | Roshan Muringothu | William Patrianakos | Greta Perez | Steven Ryan | Edgar Samayoa | Renita Watts | Regina Winfield | | |
Whistleblower Reporting Notice
The Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund (CTPF) has a whistleblower reporting hotline where complaints may be submitted through an interview, anonymously, or self-identified. The hotline is available for CTPF members, employees, and other parties who engage with CTPF. Complaints may also be submitted online, emailed, or faxed. Find more information at ctpf.org/whistleblower-reporting.
Employees with complaints or concerns can also report them directly to:
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As a reminder, if you have meeting or event information for the calendar, please coordinate official meetings with the Administrative Services Department, and be sure to notify the Communications Department of other events (seminars, webinars, etc.) at communications@ctpf.org, with all the appropriate information, so that we can keep our information up to date. | | | | |