The traditional three-legged stool for retirement—pensions, Social Security, and personal savings—has become increasingly unsteady. Today, just 11% of Americans have access to a pension, and public confidence in Social Security is declining. This has placed more weight than ever on personal savings, often driven by defined contribution plans. As more Americans live well into their 90s and beyond, including a projected fourfold increase in centenarians over the next 30 years, our concept of retirement must evolve. This session will explore new consumer research from the Nationwide Retirement Institute and The American College of Financial Services, as well as perspective from the National Council on Aging, regarding how public sector plans can adapt to support longer lifespans, changing needs, and financial longevity.
Speakers:
- Ramsey Alwin, The National Council on Aging
- George Nichols, The American College
- Kristi Rodriguez, Nationwide Retirement Institute
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