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.
Media Makes Mess of 401(k) Participant Behavior
French Election 401(k) fears exaggerated as markets remain steady despite media panic over potential political outcomes.
Concerns Grow Over Social Security Longevity ‘Gap’
If only there was a retirement savings vehicle that could address this problem. An all-star group of economists…
Fight for Your Right to 401(k)
401k tax reform threat grows as Congress eyes cuts, sparking calls for equal sacrifice and protection of retirement savings.
April 2017 Top Advisor by Participant Outcomes (TAPO)
Retirement savings for low-income earners made simple—learn how small steps can build big security for your future.
Why Adding Real Estate to Target Date Funds Makes Sense
Direct real estate investments bring diversification and long-term growth potential to Nuveen’s target date fund series.
Gen X Pessimistic (No Way!) About its Retirement Future
Generation X retirement saving challenges leave many unprepared and seeking financial guidance to secure their future.
March 2017 Top Advisor by Participant Outcomes (TAPO)
It’s all about the outcome. What can we do as an industry to improve 401(k) participant outcomes? We…
401(k)s Work—These Numbers Prove It
What retirement crisis? Most Americans are achieving a respectable income replacement rate in retirement through a combination of sources.
A Brutal Reminder Why Workers Need 401K Financial Wellness
Think there isn’t a need for 401k financial wellness and education? Think again (and quickly). Almost 40 percent…
Passive Funds Flows Put Active to Shame (Again)
Passive fund flows drove strong March inflows as investors favored equity and bond ETFs, while active funds saw sharp outflows.