The video titled “Excel 401k – Edward Dressel, RetireReady Solutions” features John Sullivan from 401k Specialist interviewing Edie Dressel at the Excel 401k conference in Las Vegas. They discuss the most critical question for retirement participants: “Can I retire?” Dressel emphasizes that participants need simple, actionable information rather than complex details about asset allocation or fees.
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.