With more than 20 years serving financial markets, John Sullivan is the former editor-in-chief of 401(k) Specialist and Investment Advisor magazine and retirement editor of ThinkAdvisor.com. Sullivan is also the former editor of Boomer Market Advisor and Bank Advisor magazines, and has a background in the insurance and investment industries in addition to his journalism roots. Experienced financial services content executive specializing in creative new media delivery. He joined the American Retirement Association in 2023 as Chief Content Officer, overseeing communications for the organization, as well as its sister organizations.
SECURE Act Set for House Vote in May
SECURE Act expands retirement coverage, eases savings transfers, and offers new credits for small business retirement plans.
Why Change is a Must in 401(k) Investment Menus
An all-star research trio of looked at what happens when sponsors remove and replace certain fund options in their plans.
What Gives—Are Americans Confident in Retirement Security or Not?
We’re as confused as anyone else. A new AARP survey seems to directly contradict findings about Americans’ retirement…
Tom Zgainer’s 401(k) Zeal: Is He Winning the Low-Fee Fight?
Tom Zgainer is annoying the heck out many retirement plan providers, and he’s absolutely fine with it. He…
Confidence in Retirement Security Nears All-Time High
Retirement confidence survey shows strong retiree optimism, with most feeling secure about expenses, healthcare, and living comfortably.
Good News for Social Security Solvency
Social Security Trust Fund gains solvency, now projected to last longer with improved reserves and stronger disability fund outlook.
Hedge Fund in DOL Hotseat Over Retirement Plan Assets
Hedge fund pension assets face scrutiny as Alden Global Capital comes under Department of Labor investigation.
16 Retirement Plan Provisions in the SECURE Act (Simplified)
Employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) helpfully—and succinctly—lists the provisions of the bipartisan act.
Set Aside Socialist Stupidity to Better Serve 401(k) Savers
Major props to Jamie Dimon for kicking it up a notch. After exposing AOC’s New Green Deal for…
Don’t Forget to Focus on the ‘Why’: Sheri Fitts
Emotional appeals matter, but how do 401k advisors genuinely connect? The marketing maven explains.