Episode 77:What the Supreme Court’s ERISA Decision Means for Retirement Plans
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In Episode 77 of Revamping Retirement, hosts Jennifer Doss and Peter Ruffel are joined by Stephanie Gutwein, a partner at Faegre Drinker, to unpack the implications of the Cunningham v. Cornell Supreme Court decision on ERISA prohibited transactions. The episode delves into the nuances of ERISA's prohibited transaction rules, exemptions, and the recent Supreme Court ruling affecting litigation against plan sponsors. Stephanie provides practical guidance for plan fiduciaries, emphasizing robust processes and documentation to navigate this evolving landscape.
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Episode 76: Fi360
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In episode 76 of Revamping Retirement, hosts Jennifer Doss and Matt Patrick delve into how AI is transforming the retirement planning industry with guest John Faustino from Fi360. John shares how AI is helping to enhance advisor efficiency, create tailored investment strategies, and improve participant engagement, while stressing the importance of maintaining human oversight to counter cybersecurity risks and avoid misinformation. The discussion also touches on the AI-driven future of retirement income solutions and the need for personalized advice in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.
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Episode 75: Steven Horner on Fixed Income Solutions
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In this episode, hosts Matt Patrick and Jennifer Doss discuss capital preservation investments with Steven Horner, fixed income portfolio manager at Franklin Templeton. Steven explains the differences between stable value and money market funds, emphasizing that stable value funds can offer higher returns due to longer-term investments and insurance protection. The discussion highlights various types of stable value options and key considerations for plan sponsors like transparency, cost, and termination provisions. They also touch on the current market volatility and its effects on these...
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Episode 74: Scott Eckel
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In episode 74 of Revamping Retirement, hosts Jennifer Doss and Pete Ruffel discuss governmental affairs with Scott Eckel, Managing Director of Legislative and Regulatory Affairs at Charles Schwab. Scott discusses his role as a lobbyist and they cover key issues such as financial regulations, e-delivery of documents, and the new administration's potential impact on tax reform and retirement policies. Scott also touches on the budget reconciliation process and its implications.
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Episode 73: Jessica Dickler on Navigating Financial Influencers
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In this episode, , a personal finance writer for CNBC, joins hosts and to tackle social media's impact on financial education. How have platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn become go-to sources for financial advice, especially for Gen Z and millennials? Is this a perilous path, or a great new way for new generations to learn financial wellness? Tune in to discover how social media is reshaping the landscape of personal finance.
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Episode 72: Plan Sponsor Predictions for 2025
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How well did your hosts do with predicting how the ever-evolving retirement plan landscape would look in 2024? [Spoiler alert: Pretty well.] Following their recap (and a few well-deserved victory laps), the team delivers an insightful forecast for 2025.
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Episode 71: Litigation Trends with Bonnie Treichel
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, founder and chief solutions officer of Endeavor Retirement, joins hosts and for an in-depth analysis of key litigation trends affecting the retirement industry. The discussion focuses on the complexities and implications of ERISA lawsuits, including the surge of copycat lawsuits targeting similar fiduciary breaches. Also addressed are emerging risks such as cybersecurity and managed accounts, alongside potential impacts from the Supreme Court’s Loper Bright case on agency interpretations. Plus, delve into the evolving Department of Labor regulations under the current administration and...
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Episode 70: Accenture and Retirement Recordkeeping
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The retirement recordkeeping space has experiences significant shifts. What does that mean for the future of the industry? In episode 70 of the Revamping Retirement podcast, hosts and welcome and of Accenture. They’re two of the authors of the report Navigating Through Turbulence: Reinventing Retirement Recordkeeping. Listen in as these experts explore current challenges and future opportunities in the industry, and offer tips on how smaller recordkeepers can still thrive and compete despite those challenges.
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Episode 69: Fidelity and SECURE 2.0
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It’s been almost two years since the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) 2.0 Act, was officially implemented. Containing more than 90 provisions impacting retirement, this massive piece of legislation is described as “the gift that keeps on giving,” with some aspects still rolling out. In episode 69 of Revamping Retirement, hosts Audrey Wheat and Jennifer Doss talk with Fidelity’s and to learn what plan sponsors are saying about the ways SECURE 2.0 has disrupted the retirement industry.
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Episode 68: Bruce Harrington of Pentegra
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In Episode 68 of Revamping Retirement, hosts and welcome Bruce Harrington, vice president of strategic development at , a provider of retirement plan and fiduciary outsourcing solutions. Harrington explains why it’s a common myth that 3(16) plans are only for small companies and how it’s helped organizations of all sizes fulfill their fiduciary responsibilities. The trio also review the RFP process for engaging an outside provider. Get more insights for retirement plan sponsors by subscribing to .
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In this discussion on auto-portability, Neal emphasizes the advantages and benefits of auto-portability for both the participant and the plan sponsor.
These benefits include:
- Streamlining the system, leading to increased average account balances over time
- Reducing administrative hassles associated with managing multiple accounts
- Reducing cash-out leakage, especially for individuals with lower incomes
- Improving retirement outcomes for participants by retaining balances
In Minute with Mike, Mike Webb talks about retirement plan eligibility for part-time employees.
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