E98: How the $3.5 Billion University of Rochester Endowment Invests

Rob Rahbari, Senior Investment Officer and Assistant Treasurer at University of Rochester sits down with David Weisburd to discuss the hidden potential that diverse fund managers offer, the missing ingredient in a successful investment strategy, and what role will diversity, equity, and inclusion play in the future of institutional investing. The 10X Capital Podcast is part of the Turpentine podcast network. Learn more: turpentine.co – X / Twitter: @dweisburd (David Weisburd) @UofR (University of Rochester) @RobRahbari (Rob Rahbari) -- LinkedIn: University of Rochester: https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-rochester/ Rob Rahbari: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robrahbari/ David Weisburd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dweisburd/ – Links: University of Rochester: https://www.rochester.edu/ – Questions or topics you want us to discuss on The 10X Capital Podcast? Email us at david@10xcapital.com -- TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) Episode Preview (3:17) Portfolio construction and generalist strategy pros and cons (6:27) Macro factors and their impact on investments (7:37) Real assets, fixed income, and real estate strategies (8:52) Venture portfolio insights and GP relationship management (11:21) Selection criteria for new managers and common pitfalls (13:34) Addressing bias and complexity in investment strategies (15:40) Doug Phillips' unique approach to investing (18:13) Investing at the University of Rochester and IADEI initiative (20:51) Embracing market cycles and diverse managers (22:27) Closing remarks