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Elliott Buchholz

Professional Summary



Professional Overview


Elliott Buchholz is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of YWCA Retirement Fund, a leading financial services organization focused on empowering women through innovative retirement solutions. With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare and financial services industries, Buchholz brings a wealth of strategic and operational expertise to his current role.

Experience Summary



Current Role


As the CEO of YWCA Retirement Fund since 2019, Buchholz oversees all aspects of the organization's operations, including investment management, member services, and product development. Under his leadership, the YWCA Retirement Fund has consistently outperformed industry benchmarks, delivering strong financial returns for its members while expanding access to retirement planning resources for underserved communities.

Career Progression


Prior to his current role, Buchholz held several senior leadership positions, including Chief Operations Officer and Chief Information Officer at the YMCA Retirement Fund, where he was instrumental in driving digital transformation and enhancing operational efficiency. He also served as the Director of Medical Management Systems at Prudential Healthcare and the Director of Management Information Systems (MIS) at HIP Health Plan of New Jersey, where he played a key role in developing innovative healthcare technology solutions.

Academic Background


Buchholz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise


  • Strategic leadership and executive management

  • Financial services and retirement planning

  • Healthcare technology and digital transformation

  • Operational optimization and process improvement

  • Data-driven decision making and analytics


Professional Impact


Under Buchholz's guidance, the YWCA Retirement Fund has consistently ranked among the top-performing retirement funds in the industry, with a focus on providing tailored solutions to help women achieve their financial goals. He has also been recognized for his contributions to the industry, serving on several advisory boards and speaking at prominent industry events.

Conclusion


With his extensive experience, strategic vision, and commitment to empowering women through innovative financial solutions, Elliott Buchholz is poised to drive the continued growth and success of the YWCA Retirement Fund as it navigates the evolving financial services landscape.