Amanda Umpierrez
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Amanda Umpierrez is the Managing Editor of 401(k) Specialist magazine. She is a financial services reporter with over six years of experience and a passion for telling stories and reporting news. Amanda received her degree in journalism and government and politics at St. John’s University. She is originally from Queens, New York, but now resides in Denver, Colorado with her partner. In her free time, Amanda enjoys running, cooking, and watching the latest drama show.
PensionBee, SS&C Technologies Launch Safe Harbor IRA
PensionBee and SS&C say the partnership allows former employees to reconnect with their retirement savings and reduces administrative burdens for employers
February 9, 2025
Alight Unveils Workplace Platform
The platform will build on Alight's AI features as well as its new IRA product
February 8, 2025
House and Senate Reintroduce CITs in 403(b) Plans Legislation
Both bills would open a path for 403(b) plans to invest in CITs
February 7, 2025
Corporate Roundup: CFP Board CEO Announces Retirement, HSA Bank Updates Logo
The latest news from CFP Board, HSA Bank, T. Rowe Price, and more
February 7, 2025
Empower Expands Health Benefits With CDH Offering
The new solution, in partnership with Alegeus, will be available to employers of all sizes
February 6, 2025
Americans Choose Super Bowl Spending Over Paying Down Debt
Others would rather bet on the game than save towards their retirement, finds market research firm Savanta
February 5, 2025
Corporate Roundup: Janney Names CEO, Equitable Launches 401(k) PEP
The latest news from Janney Montgomery Scott, Equitable, John Hancock Retirement, Ameritas, and more
January 31, 2025
Cooling COLAs: Early Forecast for 2026 Social Security Adjustment Predicts Another Drop
Based on inflation data released today, The Senior Citizens League pegs next year’s COLA at 2.1% and stumps for Trump promise to eliminate Social Security tax
January 15, 2025
Transamerica Launches Brand Revamp
The changes include an update to their logo along with alterations to the brand's typography
January 14, 2025
BlackRock’s LifePath Paycheck Caps 2024 with $16B
Six plan sponsors have added BlackRock's target date solution to their workplace retirement plans
January 13, 2025