Celebrate 60 years of bold thinking, leadership, and innovation at ASPPA Annual. Retirement plan professionals from across the industry will come together to explore the regulatory, operational, and technological changes driving what comes next.
Gain insights from Washington and industry agencies, discuss the growing impact of AI and workforce evolution, and build the knowledge, connections, and skills that will define tomorrow’s retirement solutions. The spirit of ’66 lives on as the profession continues to shape the future.
October 18-21, 2026
San Antonio, TX
In a new “Watchblog” post, the Government Accountability Office has revisited recommendations from a report issued earlier this year that the Secretary of Labor should provide additional guidance concerning participant data privacy for retirement plan sponsors and service providers.
An MVA can raise fiduciary concerns, but it is not inherently a fiduciary violation. The key question is whether plan fiduciaries followed a prudent process.
When employees were asked in a recent survey what benefits would make them more likely to stay with their employer over the next two years, increased retirement savings match/contribution came in as the top response.
As the back-to-school season kicks into high gear and autumn brings a fresh focus to our routines, this month offers opportunities to sharpen your technical expertise, stay ahead of critical policy shifts, and seamlessly earn your CE credits.
The Department of Labor (DOL), Treasury Department, and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), issued new guidance addressing health-contingent wellness programs, including tobacco-related wellness programs that have been the subject of recent class-action lawsuits.
The Golden State’s legislature is considering measures that would amend the rules governing the California State Teachers' Retirement System by expanding eligibility for its DB plan and making technical amendments.
What must a 403(b) pre-approved plan sponsor do?
Enhance your professional development with ASPPA webcasts. Earn continuing education credits and stay updated on industry trends through live and on-demand webcasts and workshops. Explore our range of educational opportunities now.
Discover ASPPA's top conferences, including the ASPPA Annual, Winter Symposium, Spring National, and ARA Women in Retirement Conference (WiRC). Enhance your career, expand your business, and network with industry leaders through dynamic sessions, workshops, and webcasts tailored for retirement plan professionals.
Stay updated with the latest issue of Plan Consultant Magazine and earn continuing education credits with our online quizzes. Pass with 11/15 correct answers to earn 3 CE credits. Quizzes are valid for credit if less than two years old. Purchase and take quizzes online for instant access and feedback, with CE credits automatically added to your account.
The Qualified 401(k) Specialist (QKS) credential program equips retirement plan professionals, especially those in sales and client-facing roles, with essential knowledge and skills for managing and selling defined contribution (DC) retirement plans. Earning the QKS credential showcases your expertise in 401(k) sales and consultation, preparing you to successfully navigate client interactions and drive business growth.
Retirement income solutions are gaining traction, but that doesn't mean that it’s clear sailing for their adoption and in-plan use, nor even for active interest in them. Industry experts recently discussed what some of the impediments are and how to address them.
Explore key rehire and break-in-service rules for determining plan entry, restoring prior service, and calculating vesting.
Advance your career in the retirement industry with ASPPA's credential programs. From the Qualified 401(k) Specialist (QKS) to the Certified Pension Consultant (CPC), our comprehensive education and certification courses provide essential knowledge and skills for professionals at all levels.
