Gail A. Jensen started working with the San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund in 2017 as the Fund’s General Counsel. She received her undergraduate degree from Trinity University and her law degree from The University of Texas School of Law. She also has a Master of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University. Gail has been practicing law for more than thirty years in the areas of government law, employment law and litigation. Prior to joining the Pension Fund, she served as the Chief Legal Officer at The University of Texas at San Antonio.

Cary Hally started working with the San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund in June of 2018 as the Fund’s Chief Investment Officer. Prior work experience includes over 20 years of experience working with public pension plans as both an investment consultant and as a Chief Investment Officer for a multi-billion dollar California pension system. Cary received a BA in Economics from Boise State University and is a CFA charterholder.

Lillian Fuentes has been hired as the Fire and Police Pension Fund Receptionist.

Carmen graduated from UTSA in 2004 with a BBA in Accounting. She enjoys time with her Mom, going to church, and time at the Gym where she participates in 5k/5k obstacles. She also enjoys spending time with her fur babies.

Rick Matye has been at the Pension Fund since June 2008. He supervises the Benefits Department. Rick is a CPA who has spent the majority of his career in the corporate tax area.

Giovanni began working for the San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund in July 2019 as an Investment Analyst. Giovanni works with the Chief Investment Officer to implement and monitor the investment objectives of the portfolio. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, he earned his BA in Economics and the Business Foundations Certificate from the McCombs School of Business.

Cinzia began working for the Fire and Police Pension Fund in May 2001 as a temporary employee. She started full time employment as the Fund's Receptionist in August 2003 and in October 2005 was promoted to a Benefit Specialist. Cinzia has obtained her Associates Degree in Business Management from St. Philips College and obtained her Bachelors in Human Resources from Park University in May 2008.

Jessica Pelaez is a Benefits Specialist for the San Antonio Fire & Police Pension Fund. As a Benefits Specialist, she is responsible for helping members of the Fund understand, apply for and receive the benefits that they are eligible to receive according to Pension Law. A native of San Antonio she graduated from Providence High School and attended Barry University in Miami, Florida where she graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Business Management. She is joining our organization with over 6 years of Human Resources experience, her most recent position at Harris Connect as a Human Resource Generalist. In her free time she enjoys being a devoted mother together with her loving husband, to their daughter and son, along with their fur-babies.

John Ahearn began working for the Fire and Police Pension Fund in January 2018. After service in the US Army, he received a BBA in Human Resources from UTSA. John also holds a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification. In his spare time he enjoys quality time with his wife, participating in activities with his church and online gaming.

Christine Tejeda has been hired as the Fire and Police Pension Fund Executive Assistant. Christine works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Trustees to ensure that day to day operations of the Fund run smoothly. Christine is also responsible for forming the Fund's Advisor Newsletters, coordinates the Fund's Pre-Retirement Seminars, Financial Planning Seminars, and assists with Annual Manager Workshops, as well as the Fund's website.

Leon began working for the San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund in January 2026 as an Investment Analyst. Leon works with the Chief Investment Officer to implement and monitor the investment objectives of the portfolio. Leon graduated from Texas A&M University-San Antonio with an MBA concentrating in economics and the University of the Incarnate Word with a BBA in banking and finance. He is currently preparing for the CFA Level 3 Exam.