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401(k) Roundtable

401(k) Roundtable takes you behind the scenes for a look at what it takes to run a successful retirement plan. A podcast designed for retirement plan sponsors, fiduciaries and members of retirement plan committees, each episode features a guest expert to engage in an informative conversation with host and industry veteran Rick Unser. Get the perspectives and insights you need to make more informed decisions to benefit your plan, employees and business.

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Update frequency
every 15 days
Average duration
58 minutes
Episodes
265
Years Active
2016 - 2025
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401(k) M&A Mania: Beginning of the End, or Just The Beginning?

401(k) M&A Mania: Beginning of the End, or Just The Beginning?

This week, we tackle M&A Mania in the retirement space. My guest is Dick Darian, Founding Partner of the Wise Rhino Group, a firm dedicated to working with both buyers and sellers in the retirement m…

00:49:56  |   Fri 08 Jul 2022
Bitcoin & 401(k) Plans: Logical Evolution or Playing With Fire?

Bitcoin & 401(k) Plans: Logical Evolution or Playing With Fire?

This week, we tackle a timely topic straight out of the headlines, Bitcoin or Digital assets and 401(k) plans. Joining me is Dave Gray, the Head of Workplace Retirement Platforms & Workplace Investin…

01:12:42  |   Fri 24 Jun 2022
ESG Investing & Retirement Plans: The What, Why & How

ESG Investing & Retirement Plans: The What, Why & How

Finally, the much promised episode about ESG investing & retirement plans. Sorry it took so long, but it's definitely worth the wait. Joining me is Jessica Sclafani, director and defined contribution…
00:44:06  |   Fri 20 May 2022
Defending 401(k) Plans: David Levine, Groom Law Group

Defending 401(k) Plans: David Levine, Groom Law Group

This week, we have my promised update from the defense bar perspective on the many happenings in the world of retirement plans. Joining me is repeat guest David Levine, Principal and Co-Chair of the…

00:56:39  |   Fri 06 May 2022
2022 So Far: Looking Back, Right In Front Us and Ahead

2022 So Far: Looking Back, Right In Front Us and Ahead

This week we have an action packed episode where we reflect back on the first quarter of 2022. What a wild one it was! We then discuss several hot topics that are moving the financial markets today a…
01:00:00  |   Fri 22 Apr 2022
Does TikTok Have It Right On 401(k) Plans?

Does TikTok Have It Right On 401(k) Plans?

On this episode we have a little fun and take on some information on 401(k)s that you may or may not have seen on TikTok. You will hear my inspiration for this episode right out of the gate and it is…

00:47:30  |   Fri 08 Apr 2022
Thoughts For Employers (& The Retirement Industry) To Better Support The Minority Community

Thoughts For Employers (& The Retirement Industry) To Better Support The Minority Community

This week I am excited to welcome back Jerome Clark, portfolio manager of the T. Rowe Price Target Date Strategies. For a curveball, we are not going to talk at all about Target Date Funds, instead J…

00:35:43  |   Fri 11 Mar 2022
Impact & Implications For Inflation & Retirement Plans

Impact & Implications For Inflation & Retirement Plans

This week I am excited to welcome back Rob Arnott, Founder & Chairman of Research Affiliates to dive into the trick topic of inflation and its impact on the markets. We also dive into the challenges …

00:59:54  |   Fri 04 Mar 2022
What Happens When 401(k) Plans Catch-up With Technology?

What Happens When 401(k) Plans Catch-up With Technology?

Day by day, year by year, technology plays are bigger and more important role in our lives. When it comes to retirement savings, how could technology impact things? To share some insights, I am happy…

00:53:30  |   Fri 18 Feb 2022
Jerry Schlichter: Retirement Plan Litigation Outcomes & Observations

Jerry Schlichter: Retirement Plan Litigation Outcomes & Observations

Today, I am excited to share the latest installment of what has become almost an annual conversation with Jerry Schlichter, Managing Partner of Schlichter Bogard & Denton. If you are in the world of …

01:14:52  |   Fri 11 Feb 2022
The Business of Being in the 401(k) Business: Employee Education

The Business of Being in the 401(k) Business: Employee Education

I am excited to get to get the podcast kicked off this year with a fast paced and wide ranging conversation with Peter Mollouk, President & CEO of Creative Planning. The main focus was employee educa…

00:37:00  |   Fri 28 Jan 2022
Holiday Shopping, Supply Chain & The Market Impact

Holiday Shopping, Supply Chain & The Market Impact

As we take the turn into the holiday season, what will holiday shopping look like this year? Will the supply chain challenges, inflation, or other elements bring major changes? How could this impact …

00:56:26  |   Fri 03 Dec 2021
TINA, The Economy & 401(k) Plans

TINA, The Economy & 401(k) Plans

If you like 90’s movies references, if your curious about who TINA is and you want some good perspective on what is going on with the markets and economy, we have a great show for you today. Joining …

00:45:53  |   Fri 19 Nov 2021
Gen Z & Money: Preferences, Pressures & Predictions

Gen Z & Money: Preferences, Pressures & Predictions

Over the years on the podcast we have talked about the generational preferences and trends of baby boomers, Gen X’rs and Millenials, But not Generation Z. To dig into them, I am happy to welcome back…

00:42:55  |   Fri 29 Oct 2021
Does Infrastructure Spending  = 401(k) Changes?

Does Infrastructure Spending = 401(k) Changes?

As part of the evolving conversation around infrastructure and how to pay for it, some potential changes to workplace retirement plans were injected into the conversation. To shed some light on the t…

00:52:05  |   Fri 15 Oct 2021
Retirement Plan Design - Data, Developments & Decision Drivers

Retirement Plan Design - Data, Developments & Decision Drivers

For years I have been using Vanguard’s annual “How America Saves” as a reference guide for retirement plan statistics and benchmarks. Today, I am excited to welcome Jeff Clark, a Senior Product Owner…

00:55:23  |   Fri 10 Sep 2021
401(k) Litigation - Updates, Opinions & Predications

401(k) Litigation - Updates, Opinions & Predications

It's been a little while since we have had an episode to discuss what is going on in the world of 401(k) litigation. To dive into that, I am happy to welcome back Carl Engstrom, plaintiff’s attorney …

00:59:40  |   Fri 27 Aug 2021
Avoid These Three 401(k) Panic Buttons

Avoid These Three 401(k) Panic Buttons

Things are moving fast in the financial markets and economy. In turbulent times, the decisions you do or don’t make have a big impact on the future success of your retirement plan. To help digest som…

01:00:57  |   Fri 13 Aug 2021
Should Your Employees Save For College or Retirement?

Should Your Employees Save For College or Retirement?

Save for retirement or save for college? This is the age old debate that many struggle with. To shed some light on the subject I am happy to welcome Peg Creonte, President of Government Savings at Ac…

00:46:17  |   Fri 23 Jul 2021
Future of 401(k) Plans: Looking Back to Look Forward

Future of 401(k) Plans: Looking Back to Look Forward

What does the future hold for 401(k) and other workplace retirement plans? Good question, and I am excited to have Josh Cohen, Head of Institutional Defined Contribution at PGIM and the host of the p…

01:00:50  |   Fri 09 Jul 2021
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