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.
5 Surprising Fears from a 401(k) Focus Group
Employer concerns retirement plans include auto-enrollment, costs, and state-run programs, according to a Pew Charitable Trusts study.
Tony Robbins, Tom Zgainer Launch 401(k) Fee-Transparency Website
Tony Robbins continues his trek for 401(k) fee transparency. America’s Best 401k, of which Robbins is partner and…
It’s National 401(k) Day!
Where did the year go? It might not have the taste of National Hot Cross Bun Day or…
4 Really Bad Findings from New 401(k) Study
Employees have no idea what they’re doing, and do not feel good about it. Robo disruptor Betterment for…
Half of IRA Rollover Assets ‘At-Risk’ Post-DOL Fiduciary Rule
The DOL’s fiduciary rule will lead to fewer rollovers from 401(k)s. However, the influence of existing advisor relationships,…
401(k) Advisors Should Vote for this Candidate
It’s not an endorsement, but if you’re a 401(k) advisor, you want Hillary Clinton to win, at least according to…
What is the ‘Core Purpose’ of a 401(k) Plan?
It might seem like a splitting of hairs, but 401(k) advisors will understand the significance. A large majority…
DCIO Growth Flatlines in 401k Space
Just how fast is the transition from asset accumulation to distribution (or decumulation) occurring? Growth in the defined…
Pennsylvania to Seize ‘Abandoned’ Retirement Accounts
It seems 401(k) auto-portability protection came just in time, as state encroachment into the retirement savings space continues. Pennsylvania…
Morningstar Names Kunal Kapoor CEO to Replace Founder Mansueto
Research and consulting bigwig Morningstar announced Tuesday that Kunal Kapoor will take over from founder Joe Mansueto as…