How should public sector DC plans approach asset allocation? In this episode, Matt Petersen sits down with Justin Harvey from T. Rowe Price to explore:

• Why asset allocation drives 90% of investment returns
• How public sector workforce demographics should influence plan design
• The real definition of risk—it’s not just market volatility
• How DB plans and Social Security impact DC investment strategies
• Practical tips for small and large plans alike

Don’t miss this insightful conversation packed with actionable takeaways for public plan sponsors and fiduciaries!

Join us as NAGDCA Executive Director Matt Petersen kicks off an exciting new series with industry thought leader David Levine from Groom Law Group. Together, they dive into the most pressing trends in public DC plans—industry consolidation, emerging plan features like managed accounts and emergency savings, and innovations in investments such as customized target-date funds and income products.

Whether you're a plan sponsor, fiduciary, or just curious about the future of public sector retirement, this episode is packed with insights to help navigate the evolving landscape. Tune in to explore how to build plans that truly meet public employees' needs!

Join NAGDCA for an in-depth discussion on the emergency savings provisions in SECURE 2.0 and the impact on public sector plans. Ned Taylor, Senior Consultant at Hyas Group, and Hutch Schaffer, Vice President of Business Development at Nationwide, share their insights with Executive Director Matt Petersen and answer questions from attendees.