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.
How Does Fi360 ‘Score’ with Academia?
Fi360 Fiduciary Score helps advisors select better investments with proven research validating its predictive value.
The 3(38) Fiduciary Service Challenge Ahead
Why 3(38), 3(21) and 3(16) services are more important than ever, and why advisors are so confused about…
For 401(k) Financial Education Programs, Patience Pays
The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans finds that 96 percent of employers said employees’ personal financial issues had…
How Do Workers Feel About State-Run Retirement Plans?
A recent AARP survey reveals strong support among US private sector workers for legislation enabling state run retirement plans.
3 Critically Important Characteristics of Millennial 401k Participants
Millennials—we love ‘em, they annoy us and we’ll spend a ridiculous amount of time trying to figure them…
American Funds’ TDFs Dominate Lipper Awards
Give credit when credit is due—it was a very good night for American Funds and their retirement-focused offerings. The…
401(k) Assets Inch Closer to Major Milestone
A bull market and a greater awareness of the need for solid retirement savings combined to push total…
Good News (Finally!) from Washington About Small Business Retirement Plans
All is not lost in the hyper-partisanship currently emanating from Washington, and new legislation meant to reduce costs…
What’s Happening in 401(k) Fee Litigation?
Manning & Napier senior vice president Shelby George calls it a 'wild, wild west' for lawyers and litigation, and it's not slowing down.
Single Most Important Step 401(k) Participants Can Take
The simple act of running a retirement projection may be the single most important step employees can take…