Jeb Burns

Mr. Jeb Burns is a Chief Investment Officer at The Municipal Employees' Retirement System of Michigan and a President & Director at Venture Michigan Fund.
He is on the Board of Directors at Michigan History Foundation, Pacific Pension & Investment Institute, Venture Michigan Fund and Mackinac Associates.
He is an experienced investment professional, business strategist, and organizational leader.
As CIO, he directs the multi-billion investment program at MERS, leading a 10-member team of investment professionals, setting investment strategy and implementing all investment programs.
He provides strategic leadership and guidance on business strategy, public policy, organizational development, and new business initiatives.
He serves as a member of the Investment Committee, chairs the Risk and Compliance Committee, and represents the fund’s global interests by serving on advisory committees for its numerous holdings.
Prior to joining MERS in 2002, he held positions in public policy, communications, budget, and legislative affairs at the State of Michigan.
He served as a financial advisor with Prudential Securities before entering public service.
Mr. Burns received his undergraduate degree from Western Michigan University and a graduate degree from Wayne State University (Michigan).