Proactive Financial Leadership: Q3 2026 Plan Sponsor Newsletter
Fiduciary Foundations
Refocus. Strengthen governance. Elevate decision-making. As plan sponsors head into the back half of the year, committees are reviewing plan performance, vendor relationships, and long-term strategies.
It’s a pivotal moment to reinforce fiduciary governance, sharpen committee effectiveness, and prepare for year-end responsibilities.
Fiduciary Excellence Comes Depends on 3 Things
Fiduciary success depends on 3 things: who, what, and how. Fiduciary success is not about being perfect; it is about having a clear process.
5 ERISA Fiduciary Duties Made Simple
Regulatory definitions evolve, but expectations around fiduciary behavior have remained consistent over time. Let’s look at what they are and how they show up within your retirement plan.
3 Ways to Strengthen Your Fiduciary Process
A strong 401(k) plan is not only about investments. It is also about the process behind the decisions, and how consistently that process is followed over time.
Summit Retirement Partners, LLC
209 West Chatham Street
Apex, NC 27502
Ryan Verdery, AIF®
(919) 674-0595
Meredith Barbour, QKA, PPC®
(984) 229-1031
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC.
This information was developed as a general guide to educate plan sponsors and is not intended as authoritative guidance or tax/legal advice. Each plan has unique requirements, and you should consult your attorney or tax advisor for guidance on your specific situation.
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