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With the Board Elections taking place this summer, now is a great time to spotlight the individuals who help guide LACERA’s mission. Members will soon have an opportunity to vote for a Safety representative—more information regarding the Board Elections, including how you can cast your vote, will be provided in the August newsletter. The upcoming election is just one part of a broader leadership structure that keeps LACERA moving forward.

LACERA’s two Boards—the Board of Retirement (BOR) and Board of Investments (BOI) each work in partnership with our staff to fulfill our mission. Each Board is guided by a dedicated Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. These trustees don’t just lead meetings-they uphold the mission vision, and values that support nearly 200,000 members across Los Angeles County and beyond.

Here’s a look at the trustees currently serving as Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary on each Board:

Board of Retirement

Les Robbins (BOR Chair): Mr. Robbins is the longest-tenured trustee and has served since he was first elected in 1997. Throughout his tenure, Robbins has held various positions, including Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

Ronald A. Okum (BOR Vice Chair): Mr. Okum joined the Board of Retirement in July of 2015 and has served multiple terms, including one on the Board of Investments. His background includes investment counseling, real estate packaging, and developing commercial and hotel properties.

Shawn R. Kehoe (BOR Secretary): Mr. Kehoe Joined the Board of Retirement in 2011 and has served multiple terms. During his long tenure, he has participated in every committee.

Board of Investments

Jason E. Green (BOI Chair): Mr. Green has been a Board of Investment trustee since 2023. In addition to his role as Chair, he is a Captain at Whittier Station 17, Battalion 8 of the LAFD.

Patrick L. Jones (BOI Vice Chair): Mr. Jones was appointed to the Board of Investments in April of 2021. He is an entrepreneur and management consultant for new media, technology, and software industry-related projects and an award-winning executive producer.

David E. Ryu (BOI Secretary): Mr. Ryu joined the Board of Investments and is the first Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) to serve on the Board. He is an ethics reformer, community mental healthcare advocate, and a former Los Angeles City Councilmember.

To learn more about all the trustees who make up the BOR and BOI, visit our Board of Retirement and Board of Investments pages.