Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced the winners of the 2017 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest. The annual contest encourages young photographers to share their vision of agriculture in our state. “Each year, this photography contest highlights the beauty of Illinois agriculture and the talent of children throughout this state,” Frerichs said. “Thank you to everyone who participated in the contest, it was fun to get a glimpse of local farms, animals, and the beautiful landscape of the place we call home.” The winning entries will…

July 28, 2017 — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs, West Virginia State Treasurer John Perdue and Pennsylvania State Treasurer Joe Torsella released the following statements today after McKesson Corp. announced this week that it would split the roles of Board Chair and CEO, beginning with the Company’s next CEO. Shareholders also voted against the compensation arrangements for the CEO and other top executives amid concerns related to the company’s role in the ongoing opioid crisis. “I am pleased to see McKesson embracing change,” Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said. “We…

CHICAGO — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today hosted the Illinois Growth and Innovation Fund (ILGIF) summit. The annual meeting was an opportunity to learn more about the state’s technology investments and its impact on expanding Illinois’ entrepreneurial ecosystem. The event also provided a chance to network with entrepreneurs, venture capital firms, and growth equity fund managers. “We are very proud to host today’s summit in one of the nation’s top innovation hubs,” Frerichs said. “The event provided a rare opportunity for firms to network with the best in the…