Robert Manilla

Robert Manilla is a seasoned Chief Investment Officer at The Kresge Foundation with a wide-ranging investment portfolio including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, and emerging markets.

Robert possesses a strong educational background, having studied Finance at Oakland University for his BS, Marketing at University of Detroit Mercy for his MBA, and Executive Education in Finance at IMD.

Robert has a rich history of serving on various boards and committees, including positions at BENZIE SENIOR RESOURCES, Benzie Area Christian Neighbors, Thrivent Mutual Funds, Bedrock Manufacturing, Boeing, VENTURE MICHIGAN FUND, Sustainable Insight Capital Management, McGowan Charitable Fund, Oakland University, CHE Trinity Health, The Detroit Institute of Arts, and Chrysler.

Robert Manilla's roles have included Vice President & Chief Investment Officer at The Kresge Foundation, as well as Advisor on the Employee Benefits Investment Committee at Boeing.