What It Takes to Have a Winning Benefits Communications Plan for Your Employees

October 25, 2011

Congratulations to the most recent PSCA Signature Award Winners for 2011!  The Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America (PSCA) announced the winners of their Signature Awards at a special presentation at its 64th Annual National Conference at The Mirage in Las Vegas last month, to honor excellence in plan communication and education.  This year, the Signature Award judges recognized 48 winners in 18 categories, based on how companies design, manage, and provide defined contribution communication and investment education to plan participants.  Signature Award judges carefully review how effective the campaign was at achieving its goals and I’m proud to say that 3 employers that I have worked closely with over the past few years, were recognized as 2011 Signature Award Winners. Continue reading “What It Takes to Have a Winning Benefits Communications Plan for Your Employees”

Are Employees Feeling Dis-satisfied with Their Benefits?

June 14, 2011

According to a recent study by Prudential, many employees’ perceived value and satisfaction with their benefits is declining.  Based on the fifth annual Study of Employee Benefits:  Today and Beyond, 45% of plan participants who were polled stated that their level of benefits has decreased this year,  and only 38% think their employer offers a wide range of benefits (down from 55% in 2007).  Specifically, employees feel they are receiving fewer benefits from their companies and paying more for the ones that are being offered. Continue reading “Are Employees Feeling Dis-satisfied with Their Benefits?”