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OMERS Appoints Laura Lenz to Lead Ventures Business

PRIVATEOct 23, 2026

Position

Chief Operating Officer

Company

DWS and OMERS

Bob Aziz

Description

OMERS has appointed Laura Lenz to lead its ventures business. Additionally, Brodie Swartz has been promoted to executive vice-president and general counsel, and Bob Aziz will oversee the legal and compliance functions.

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Company

DWS and OMERS

About

OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees' Retirement System) is one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans, with over $114 billion in net assets. It provides a comprehensive and secure retirement income to its over 461,000 members. OMERS invests and administers pensions for present and future municipal employees.

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