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The Trustees’ Role in Department of Labor Audits Michael J. AsherThis article provides a guide for trustees’ participation in the DOL audit process by explaining how they can effectively “tell the story” of their prudency.
Beyond the Numbers for DB Plans Patrick J. Kendall and Robert O. McBrideTraditional pensions have long weathered stormy conditions in the retirement plan market that have posed challenges to plan funding and sponsorship. This article is intended to help DB plan sponsors to consider new ideas for plan management.
Hard Hats and Soft Skills Gary MeersThis article suggests adding training and development components to a construction apprenticeship, so that candidates are more attracted to the apprenticeship program. Although this article refers to the construction industry, it applies to apprenticeships in any area.
Consumer-Driven Health Plans Are Blurring the Lines Between Health Care and Financial Services Christopher M. ByrdThree factors are fueling the convergence of the health care and financial services industries: product, technology and markets. The rate at which these three aspects merge could affect how health care and these defined contribution accounts are handled in the future.
Multiemployer Funds as Innovators in Health Benefit Design: A Case Study David BlitzsteinMultiemployer health plan trustees are starting to focus on ways to integrate medical care and target services to defined groups within the plan population. These efforts need to be coordinated with benefit designs, financial incentives and communications that engage participants.
Maximizing Retiree Health Benefits Through Wellness Programs Don HallWellness programs are as effective with retirees as they are with current employees. However, employers have not traditionally explored these programs as part of a complete retiree health benefit package. This article will examine the benefits of offering a retiree wellness program.
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