Unlocking Retirement Policy Insights with Will Hansen (Ep. 51)

As the retirement landscape continues to evolve, understanding how new legislation and emerging technologies impact employers and employees is more important than ever. In this episode, Rebecca chats with Will Hansen, Executive Director of the Plan Sponsor Council of America, to discuss the latest shifts in retirement planning and policy, and what they mean for you. Together, they explore how SECURE Act 2.0 has reshaped the way plan sponsors and employers approach retirement benefits, the growing gap between policymakers and those on the front lines, and how AI might change the future of plan management. Will discusses: [00:02:03] What are the impacts of SECURE Act 2.0 on plan sponsors. [00:05:31] Bridging gaps between policymakers and plan sponsors for effective collaboration. [00:07:51] Some of the biggest disconnects between retirement policy and the practical realities of implementation in real life. [00:13:24] AI’s role in HR’s retirement plan management. [00:16:06] Fundamental changes and future policies to strengthen retirement security for American workers And more Connect With Will Hansen: LinkedIn: Will Hansen American Retirement Association Connect With Rebecca Hourihan:  [email protected]  (619) 230 – 5464 401(k) Marketing  LinkedIn: Rebecca Hourihan LinkedIn: 401(k) Marketing Facebook: 401(k) Marketing YouTube: 401(k) Marketing Schedule a meeting with 401(k) Marketing About Our Guest: Will Hansen joined the American Retirement Association (ARA) in January 2019 in the new role of Chief Government Affairs Officer. In this position, Will oversees all advocacy activities at the federal, state, and local levels on behalf of the five trade organizations within ARA. In addition, Will is the Executive Director of Plan Sponsor Council of America (PSCA) as of January 2020. Founded in 1947, PSCA has been at the forefront of protecting the American retirement system and is committed to improving workers’ retirement security by providing advocacy, insights, and education to plan sponsors.