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D.C. Pension Geeks, a conversation with top retirement-related policymakers and regulators in and around Washington. Hosted by Brian Graff, an attorney, accountant, former Capitol Hill staffer, and now CEO of the American Retirement Association, it’s an inside view of the ups and downs, ins and outs and sometimes surprising turns Washington takes on the road to ensuring a secure retirement for millions of hard-working Americans. View All Episodes.

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Latest Episode: Peter Brady - How to Counter the Latest Attacks on the 401(k) Savings System

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Academics are on the march, coming for the defined contribution retirement savings system with policy prescriptions that would fundamentally change employer-sponsored plans and what they’re designed to do. The system is failing; it only benefits the wealthy and doesn’t produce adequate retirement income, which is the chorus of commonly heard criticism. Read More.

 

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The Great 401(k) Podcast Debate is a short-form, point-counterpoint style debate on the top issues affecting retirement plan advisors, sponsors, and participants. Its contentious yet respectful format is meant to encourage an open and honest airing of diverse viewpoints and innovative ideas. View All Episodes.

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Latest Episode: PEPs—Hot or Not? The Pros and Cons of Pooled Employer Plans

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Welcome to the Great 401(k) Podcast Debate, a series of point/counterpoint episodes involving controversial topics in the retirement plan space, and pooled employer plans (PEP) are undoubtedly controversial. Read More.

 

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Irreverent, but relevant. Nevin Adams and Fred Reish offer listeners their perspectives on all things retirement. View All Episodes.

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Latest Episode: Forfeit “Sures?”

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Late last year a Pasadena, California, law firm launched a series of suits alleging that the use of forfeitures to offset employer contributions was a fiduciary breach. Nevin (Adams) and Fred (Reish) look at the issue(s) this raises.

“If this is the law, then that would be news to Congress and the regulatory agencies, which have declared for decades that forfeitures can be used in this manner,” says a recent motion to dismiss a lawsuit alleging a fiduciary breach in offsetting employer contributions with forfeitures.

 

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The Executive Interview is a short-form podcast featuring leaders in the retirement plan space describing relevant issues and their reactions to them. Whether it’s regulation, legislation, strategy or a host of other hot topics, listeners hear directly from those involved and how it can (and will) affect their business. View All Episodes.

 

How Innovation and Optimism Are Changing the TPA Industry

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What are the biggest challenges facing TPAs, RIAs and recordkeepers? And what will be most impactful from all that we’re seeing on the legislative and regulatory front? We turned to PenChecks’ President and CEO, Spiro Preovolos and Scott Okrasinski, the firm’s National Sales Director, to answer these important questions and more. Read More.

 

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The “Third Thursdays” podcast is powered by the American Retirement Association (ARA), which champions women’s initiatives. Through its ARA Council for Women, ARA is a comprehensive resource for women working in the retirement plan industry. View all Episodes.

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November Episode: Sometimes You Have To Slow Down To Speed Up

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PenChecks COO Alexandra Gerritsen has been a hard charger her entire career, delivering exceptional performance for her employers. Her journey was full of eye-opening “Oh S@%$” moments that impacted her growth as a manager and leaders. What started out as a metrics and performance-driven mindset evolved into one that builds relationships and team alignment to deliver outstanding business results. 

 

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In this exclusive podcast series Nevin Adams, Chief Content Officer of the American Retirement Association, will explore some of the key aspects with the help of Sudhir Roc-Sennett – better known as “Suds” - Head of Thought Leadership & ESG Quality Growth Boutique Vontobel Asset Management. Listen to Entire Series.

 

Turning Stones Podcast Series

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ESG – environmental, social and governance–focused investing has proven to be one of the more controversial – and yet least understood – approaches to investment management, particularly as it relates to American retirement plans.