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.
In Wake of Tax Reform, Compelling HSA Reasons Remain
HSA vs 401(k): Discover how HSAs compare with 401(k)s in tax efficiency, flexibility, and retirement planning advantages.
5 Retirement Income Issues Plaguing Baby Boomers
Retirement Income challenges worry Baby Boomers. Discover how guaranteed income products can help secure lasting financial stability.
Ascensus Announces Major 401(k) Hires
Ascensus channel management strategy grows as Kathleen Roche and Derek Vito join to strengthen advisor and broker-dealer relationships.
Are ‘Record’ 401(k) Balances Awesome or Unsettling?
401(k) balances reached record highs as contributions and strong markets push retirement savings over six figures for many investors.
February Top Advisor By Participant Outcomes (TAPO)
It often starts with a discussion of the 401k, but quickly moves towards other areas of their financial well-being, which our research shows are critically important.
401(k) Trading Goes Haywire With Market Drop
401(k) trading surged as market volatility hit, with investors shifting from equities to fixed income during sharp stock declines.
MassMutual Becomes the ‘Face’ of 401(k)—Literally
RetireSMART app now supports Face ID on iPhone X, giving users secure access and enhanced tools to manage retirement savings.
Nuveen Expands DCIO Business with New Hires
Nuveen DCIO Growth continues with new executive appointments, strengthening retirement plan investment solutions and advisor support.
Financial Engines Teams with ADP to Improve 401k ‘Financial Outcomes’
Financial Engines, which claims to be America’s largest independent investment advisor, announced a strategic partnership with ADP. Under…
State-Run Stupidity With Another Savings Scheme: Opinion
High opt-out rates recently reported with Oregon’s auto-enrolled retirement plan might be influenced by fiscal insanity happening a few thousand…