Author Archives: Brian Davidson

Professionals….and Philosophers?

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Brian Davidson

As part of my continuing efforts to grow personally and professionally, I recently applied and was accepted for membership in the Chicago chapter of Seiwajyuku.  For those not familiar with Seiwajyuku, the Chicago chapter website describes Seiwajyuku as a “dojo (training … Continue reading →

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With Longer Life Expectancy, Benefit Plan Participation Should Be On the Rise

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Brian Davidson

A few weeks ago, my Uncle Jack passed away.  He was 93 when he died, almost thirty years beyond normal retirement age and had lived a healthy and active life until days before his passing.  He was, perhaps, exceptional for … Continue reading →

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Audit Services and Small Benefit Plans

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Brian Davidson

Administrators of small plans (i.e., plans with fewer than 100 participants) typically do not work with external auditors due to the simple fact that such plans do not require an audit under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 … Continue reading →

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