PHOENIX, AZ – Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee announced the appointment of Mohave County Treasurer SueAnn Mello to the State Board of Investment. Treasurer SueAnn Mello has devoted her career to public service in her community. Prior to her election in 2023 as Mohave County Treasurer, SueAnn served as a staff member at the Mohave County Treasurer’s Office for over 16 years.

“I am proud to appoint Mohave County Treasurer SueAnn Mello to the Arizona Board of Investment. Treasurer Mello has shown an exemplary commitment to public service and her experience managing local public funds will bring an important voice to the Board,” said Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee. “Treasurer Mello understands the importance of rural Arizona needs and the responsible stewardship of Arizona taxpayer dollars.”

The State Board of Investment reviews all investment activities of the Arizona State Treasurer’s Office and board members serve as trustees for the Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund. The Board of Investment is also responsible for the approval of the Treasury investment policy and provides oversight of the AZ529 Education Savings Plan. Treasurer SueAnn Mello will be replacing former Pima County Treasurer Beth Ford, who recently retired after honorably serving on the Board of Investment for 15 years.

“I am grateful to Treasurer Yee for entrusting me with the opportunity to serve on the Arizona State Board of Investment,” said Treasurer SueAnn Mello. “It is an honor to serve Arizona in this capacity and I look forward to contributing to the important decisions in advancing investment growth and prosperity to our state.”