Washington Update Provides the Focus for Ascensus' Annual Conference

DRESHER, Pa. - Sept. 29, 2016 - PRLog -- Ascensus, the nation's largest independent retirement plan and college savings services provider, has announced the program for its annual advisor conference.

This year's event offers the company's top advisors and industry thought leaders a forum to connect on the impact of the Department of Labor's fiduciary regulations, which were released earlier this year. Interest is especially high in the conference this year, with a record number of advisors registering to attend.

"Understanding the fiduciary regulations provides a foundation for our advisors to make the right adjustments to their business models and accurately advise their clients," said Mike Narkoff, executive vice president of sales at Ascensus. "I couldn't think of a better topic to focus on during this year's conference."

The exclusive, invitation-only event will be held October 16 through October 18 at the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort in Marco Island, Florida. Attendees can plan on spending time with members of Ascensus' executive team and will hear from featured speakers including:

· David Gergen, Senior Political Analyst, CNN

· Scott J. Donaldson, Senior Investment Analyst, Vanguard

· Jason Roberts, founder and CEO of Pension Resource Institute

· Bradford Campbell, Counsel, Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

· Kathleen Beichert, Head of Retirement and Third Party Distribution, Oppenheimer

· Chris Gaston, Senior Policy Director, Davis & Harman LLP

In addition to the fiduciary regulations, this year's speakers will address the global economy and how the changing landscape in Washington might impact retirement planning and the advisor community.

About Ascensus

Ascensus is the largest independent retirement and college savings services provider in the United States, helping over 7 million Americans save for the future. With more than 35 years of experience, the firm partners with financial institutions to offer tailored solutions that meet the needs of financial professionals, employers, and individuals. Ascensus specializes in recordkeeping, administrative, and program management services, supporting over 40,000 retirement plans and over 3.8 million 529 college savings accounts. It also administers more than 1.6 million IRAs and health savings accounts and is home to one of the largest ERISA consulting teams in the country. For more information about Ascensus, visit http://www.ascensus.com.