Catalyst: California's Emerging & Diverse Manager Forum 2026

Overview

Brings together allocators, emerging and diverse investment managers, and consultants. Hosted by the two largest US public pension funds - CalPERS ($500B+ AUM) and CalSTRS ($340B+ AUM).

Why fund managers attend

Direct access to CalPERS and CalSTRS allocation teams - the two largest US public pension funds combined manage nearly $1 trillion. If you're an emerging or diverse manager, this is one of the most direct paths to institutional capital available.

Best for

LP types attending

The following investor types typically attend Catalyst: California's Emerging & Diverse Manager Forum:

Preparation tips for fund managers

• CalPERS/CalSTRS have specific emerging manager programs - understand their criteria
• Being a diverse or woman-owned manager is an advantage here - highlight it
• Sacramento trip should include meetings with California state pension consultants