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.
Alera Group Buys SRPC
As part of the transaction, SRPC team members will continue to serve clients in their existing roles
November 14, 2024
RIA Consolidation Grew in 2023
Advisors in RIA channels affiliated with a consolidator increased to 14% in 2023, reports Cerulli
November 13, 2024
ESG Adoption Gradually Increases in 2023
Numbers are still lower compared to 2021's high adoption rate of 49%, finds Callan
November 13, 2024
Retirement Plan Participants Want More in Digital Experiences
Still, a Corporate Insight report finds that 87% of plan participants are “somewhat satisfied” or “extremely satisfied” with their provider
November 12, 2024
Principal Taps Next CEO
Deanna Strable previously worked as Principal's COO and CFO
November 12, 2024
Schwab Asset Management Launches Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF
Schwab says its ETF will provide access to investment-grade mortgage-backed securities issued and/or guaranteed by U.S. government agencies
November 10, 2024
Jackson Expands RILA Product with JPMorganChase
The partnership comes as Jackson sees increased adoption of RILAs
November 9, 2024
Corporate Roundup: PGIM Appoints CEO, Pontera, Envestnet Partnership
The latest news from PGIM, Pontera, Envestnet, and more
November 8, 2024
Cetera Financial Group CEO to Retire at Year-End 2024
Cetera Holdings CEO Mike Durbin will step in to lead both brands
November 7, 2024
Workers Feel Financially ‘Distressed’ in Workplace
Employers who incorporate benefits tools can help workers alleviate burnout and severe financial stress, notes Alight research
November 7, 2024