In 2014 Deb Goldberg ran for State Treasurer to give every woman, every man and every family the financial power and skills they need to get ahead in today’s tough economy. Economic empowerment, economic security, and economic stability have been her personal mission and inspire her in everything she does.Since elected, Deb has redefined the role of Treasurer. Drawing upon her expertise and experience in both the private and public sectors, Deb has promoted fiscal policies and programs to ensure opportunity for all. Her desire to bring commonsense business principles to benefit the public good comes from lessons she learned her entire life.
Deb believes that sound corporate governance practices not only play a significant role in maximizing investment returns for our pension fund, but also have a profound cultural and societal impact. As the Chairwoman of the Commonwealth’s PRIM Board, Deb has become a national leader in utilizing the power and leverage of our public pension funds to effectuate change.
Study after study demonstrated that Shareholder Engagement leads to better corporate policies, more sustainable business practices, and greater transparency and accountability. When utilized effectively, Shareholder Engagement can be a powerful tool to engage corporations on the environmental and social impacts of their operations, from climate change, to human rights and labor, wage equality, and access to affordable health care.
Deb supports the growing view among investment professionals that sustainability or environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors can create risks to portfolio investments. These factors can and should be weighed when making investment decisions in order to ensure sustainable long-term success of our public pension system.
Deb has lead by example having the most diverse office in state government. She will continue to find ways for the Treasurer’s office to promote diversity and equal opportunity both in government and the private sector.