This quarter we welcomed our new Deputy Chief Investment Officer, Johara Farhadieh! Learn what inspires her, what she is most proud of, what drew her to Wespath and more in this Q&A: https://ow.ly/tSIX50Q0Kvr
Wespath Benefits and Investments
Financial Services
Glenview, IL 1,556 followers
Caring for those who serve, since 1908.
About us
Overview Wespath Benefits and Investments is a not-for-profit administrative agency of The United Methodist Church. Wespath is responsible for the general supervision and administration of retirement, health and welfare benefit plans and programs, and investment fund management for more than 100,000 active and retired clergy and lay employees in the U.S. and around the world. Wespath has been honored as a Chicago-area Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® for six years in a row, as well as several national recognitions. Specialties Our operations include retirement services, health care, investment management, environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues, positive social purpose (PSP) lending, U.S. pension plans and global pension programs and welfare benefit plans. In service since 1908, Wespath has approximately $29 billion in assets under management. As the nation's largest faith-based pension fund, Wespath works globally with corporations to address environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues, with a focus on responsible and sustainable investing. “When I talk to friends and family, it seems we have something unique here.” –current employee The Glenview, IL headquarters building was awarded a Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. Wespath strives to lessen its environmental impact, reinforcing the organization’s core value of stewardship. The agency has received Best Employees for Healthy Lifestyles and Eye on Health awards, and provides incentive programs that focus on the well-being of its employees. Our Values Teamwork – Integrity – Stewardship – Spirituality – Customer Satisfaction – Mutual Respect Our Mission We care for those who serve by providing investment and benefit services that honor the mission and principles of The United Methodist Church. We are currently operating as a hybrid work environment. Visit wespath.org/careers to view our open positions.
- Website
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http://www.wespath.org
External link for Wespath Benefits and Investments
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Glenview, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1908
- Specialties
- ESG, Sustainable Investing, Pension and Health Benefits, well-being, OCIO, retirement plans, and church benefits
Locations
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Primary
1901 Chestnut Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025, US
Employees at Wespath Benefits and Investments
Updates
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Our April Monthly Investment Report is now live! Stay up to date on the latest in financial markets including rising stagflation concerns, a contradictory stock market downturn and more. https://ow.ly/o5jB50RAOYQ
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In our April Markets at a Glance video, Jon Strieter—Senior Analyst, Impact Investments—explores growing concerns about "stagflation" in response to the latest U.S. economic growth and inflation data. Jon also highlights the compounding factors behind housing affordability challenges in the U.S. https://lnkd.in/gJ9mXkrr
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a reminder for us all to step back and prioritize our well-being. When we don’t care for our mental health, problems can build up in our heads and in our relationships with our family, community and workplace. This month we’re helping to #StopTheStigma by talking about mental health. Follow along with us all throughout May and we dive into mental health and well-being resources that Wespath has to offer. From mindfulness meditation and yoga basics to in-person or virtual therapy sessions, there's something for everyone. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #HealthFlex #WellBeing #WespathBenefits
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Wespath is grateful to #BeUMC! General Conference has been a wonderful time of connection with each other, our partners at fellow agencies, and our brothers and sisters from around the world. We are thankful to have met, caught up with, and spoken to so many of you during these past two weeks. The Wespath team is here to support your organization, and you can always reach us via phone or email. Until next time! #UMCGC #WespathGC24
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Wespath is able to live into its mission, caring for those who serve, by caring for each other. We wanted to give a shout out to everyone on our amazing General Conference team who uplifted each other throughout the (very long) duration of GC and those who held down the fort back at our Glenview, IL office. Together we laughed, prayed, got minimal sleep, drank many cups of coffee, ate too much candy, celebrated a birthday, and grew stronger as an organization. We look forward to serving you for years to come! #UMCGC #WespathGC24 #teamwork #bettertogether
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Whether you have two legs or four, come take a selfie at our booth! We've had a great time seeing so many smiling faces added to our mural. Can you see your photo on the mural?! #UMCGC #WespathGC24 #WespathMural #Selfie
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"Now is the time for this plan." - Anna Guillozet This morning, General Conference voted to pass the Compass plan. This plan seeks to strengthen the long-term sustainability of benefit plans for the Church while building retirement security. To learn more about Compass stop by our booth at General Conference or visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gum3_TTe #UMCGC #WespathGC24 #compass
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Yesterday General Secretary Andy Hendren addressed General Conference to discuss key Wespath legislation including the proposed Compass plan. He highlighted how change is essential to the UMC’s future, and his message focused on the values upheld by the Compass plan: sustainability, affordability, adequacy, equity, and flexibility. #UMCGC #WespathGC24 Photo by Paul Jeffrey of United Methodist News.
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We've been preaching about our massage chairs, but don't just take our word for it -- take it from our friends of the UMC! These chairs are truly heaven-sent, there's a reason there’s a line at the Wespath booth! #WespathWellness #WeAreWespath #UMCGC #WespathGC24 #MassageChairs #WellBeing