The 529 plan is likely conducting the search due to the impending contract expiration of incumbent 529 industry consultant, which was retained in 2023 following a similar search.
The college savings plan has reissued its RFP seeking investment consulting services for its 529 accounts to address a minor technical compliance issue.
The utilization of outsourced cios continues to expand quickly as the U.S. market, which accounts for 75% of the $3.3 trillion global outsourced cio marketplace, grew by 16% in 2025 driven primarily by organic growth.
The foundation selected a new investment consultant to oversee its portfolio following a search from last summer to uphold its fiduciary responsibilities.