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.
Retirement Income Silver Bullet for 401(k) Participants?
The complexity of the retirement income puzzle has many wondering if it will ever be solved. Luckily, academia is on the case.
How to Get Help With the 401(k) RFP Process
SPARK Institute RFP Guide updated with new regs, tech, cybersecurity standards; free to members, $100 others. Order by phone or email.
States React to Fed Fiduciary Filibuster
When the democratic left hypes the rights and responsibilities of individual states, we are Romans crossing the Rubicon.…
Firm Protects Participants from 401(k) Hack Hell
Sheltered Harbor cybersecurity safeguards financial data, protecting banks and consumers from devastating cyber risks and disruptions.
Another Bank Announces 401(k) Tax Bill Boost
SunTrust tax reform benefits include 401k boost, wage increases, community grants, and financial wellness incentives.
Top Ten Best and Worst States to Retire
There are a few surprises in WalletHub’s latest release of the best and worst states to retire (Hawaii…
Is U.S. Life Expectancy Really Declining?
U.S. life expectancy declined in 2016 despite lower mortality rates, showing nuanced impacts across age groups and causes of death.
Congressional Bill Increases Annuity Use in 401(k)s
Recently-introduced legislation to increase so-called lifetime income options (annuities) in 401(k) and similar retirement plans specifically notes that…
Wants and Needs: What Financial Benefits Do Workers Expect?
Employers are from Mars, workers Venus. We know a gap exists in perceptions between the two camps, and…
The No. 1 Priority for 401(k) Plan Sponsors: Survey
Participant education is the top priority for retirement plan sponsors, surpassing fiduciary and administrative concerns, survey finds.