Gordon Hartogensis

Gordon Hartogensis served as the 16th Director of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) from May 2019 to April 30, 2024.12 He was the first director to complete a full five-year term at the agency.2

Career Highlights

PBGC Leadership:: During his tenure, Hartogensis oversaw significant improvements in PBGC's financial position and operations:

• The agency's overall net financial position improved by $102.6 billion.2
• Both PBGC's Multiemployer and Single-Employer Insurance Programs reported positive net positions for three consecutive years.2
• PBGC implemented the Special Financial Assistance (SFA) Program, approving $53.9 billion in assistance to troubled multiemployer plans.2

Private Sector Experience:: Prior to his role at PBGC, Hartogensis had a diverse career in the private sector:

• Managed a portfolio of private equity, venture capital, real estate, and angel investments.1
• Co-founded and served as CEO of Auric Technology LLC, an on-demand CRM company.1
• Held leadership positions at Aspen Technology and Petrolsoft Corporation.1

Education

• BS in Computer Science from Stanford University1
• MS in Technology Management from Columbia University1

Achievements

Under Hartogensis' leadership, PBGC achieved several notable accomplishments:

• Ranked in the Top 5 of small agencies in the Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for five consecutive years, including a #1 ranking in 2021.23
• Modernized major IT systems and infrastructure, improving cybersecurity and customer experience.2
• Received effective Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) ratings for three consecutive years.2

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