Description: Statistics about the National Basketball Association Players’ Pension Plan and its funded status.

Description: Pension stats sheet for the Motion Picture Industry Pension Plan

Description: Updated metrics for measuring financial stress among multiemployer pension plans in the United States.

Description: A plain-language, high-level explanation of employer withdrawal liability issues, including how they grew to be large and barriers to their collection.

Description: In this video, Steve Siegel, introduces a report titled “Megatrends Impacting the Future of Retirement Plans.” He explains how to access the report on the SOA website and discusses its initiation during the COVID pandemic, aiming to inspire creative thinking about retirement. Siegel outlines key concepts from the reporting, including “Templosion” and “Non-Linear Life Trajectories”, which signify rapid changes and evolving life stages impacting retirement planning. He also discusses trends like “Diamonding” and “Gerontopogy” highlighting their implications for retirement and business opportunities. Finally, Steven emphasizes the ongoing nature of the conversation around retirement planning and invites viewers to explore the report for deeper insights. Contributors: Steve Siegel, ASA, MAAA; Rose Northon; Jon Forster ASA, MAAA

Description: Statistics about the National Hockey League Players’ Retirement Benefit Plan and its funded status.

Description: Statistics about the Screen Actors Guild - Producers Pension Plan and its funded status.

Description: Statistics about the National Football League Players’ Pension Plan and its funded status.

Description: In this video, Sherry Chan, an experienced actuary, provides insights into key aspects of retirement planning. She emphasizes the importance of understanding defined benefit plans and highlights three main categories: Single Employer Plans, Multiemployer Plans (MEPs), and Public Plans. Chan discusses the significance of ERISA regulations, crucial assumptions used in actuarial calculations, and contemporary events impacting retirement planning, such as legislative acts like the Social Act and Secure 2.0 Act. She stresses the importance of adhering to Actuarial Standards of Practice and encourages exploration of emerging trends in Retire Tech, which integrates Fin Tech and Insure Tech advancements. Chan concludes by recommending further resources for in depth knowledge enhancement. Contributors: Sherry Chan, FSA, EA< MAAA; Faith Wilson, FSA, CERA; Susan Boyle, FSA, EA, MAAA, FCA; Robert Shriver FSA, EA, MAAA, FCAS; Rebecca Janus, ASA; Jon Forster ASA, MAAA.

Description: This video features Sherry Chan a C – level executive and SOA board member. This video provides an overview of retirement plans, focusing on Defined Contribution (DC) and Defined Benefit (DB) plans. DC plans operate like personal savings accounts, with contributions from employee, employer, or both, while DB plans promise a fixed monthly benefit upon retirement. The script also discusses various retirement plan sponsors, including employers, government entities, and self-sponsors, highlighting their roles and responsibilities. Additionally, it discusses strategies for plan sponsors, such as choosing between lump sum payments and annuities, considering workforce demographics, managing administrative complexities, and staying compliant with regulations. Overall, it emphasizes the importance of understanding plan differences and making strategic decisions to ensure retirement for employees. Contributors: Sherry Chan, FSA, EA< MAAA; Faith Wilson, FSA, CERA; Susan Boyle, FSA, EA, MAAA, FCA; Robert Shriver FSA, EA, MAAA, FCAS; Jon Forster ASA, MAAA.