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.
401(k) Financial Wellness Amps Up with Digital Release
Financial wellness is the buzzword du jour, but there’s no denying its critical importance in ensuring good 401(k)…
The 3 ‘Rs’ of a 401(k) Advisor’s Value Proposition
Human decision-making is complex and sometimes convoluted. But it can also be Pavlovian, which is to say, predictable.…
401(k) ‘Auto-Portability’ Goes to Washington
The next big 401(k) issue to hit Washington lawmakers could be auto-portability. On June 8, 2016 Retirement Clearinghouse…
How Much Do Participants Really Know About Their 401(k)?
Talk about a leap of faith—401(k) participants are confident about their plans, yet many have no idea how…
3 Steps to Greater 401(k) Savings Rates for Women
Unsurprising, but still upsetting. While women and men are participating in 401(k) plans at the same rate (79…
The Best Place in the World for 401(k) Participants to Retire
Discover the top retirement destination for 401(k) participants. Find out why Portugal ranks number one for retirees.
How Far, and Fast, Are RIA Firms Growing?
We admit we’re a bit biased, but we feel it has everything to do with their 401(k) business.…
How Do Small Business 401(k) Plans Compare With Larger Counterparts?
Small 401(k) plans are living large. A recent report from Pennsylvania-based fund giant Vanguard found small businesses are…
Good News! Fewer Participants Using 401(k)s for …
The ongoing saga of the “Sandwich Generation” has 401(k) advisors perplexed. Longer lifespans and a shortage of funds…
Employer Concern Rises Over 401(k) Retirement Readiness
Your boss might resemble Michael Scott, but at least he cares. He, and other U.S. employers, are becoming…