Navigate mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures with expert support. We streamline plan consolidation and reduce compliance risk during organizational transitions.
A comprehensive approach to mergers and acquisitions, from due diligence and plan design to day-one execution and full consolidation, so every plan transition is seamless, compliant, and clearly documented.
Retirement plan due diligence to surface risks and obligations
Review plan documents, amendments, testing status, fees, loans, and open corrections
Plan blackout windows, required notices, and asset mapping
Negotiate provider pricing and terms for the combined plan
Align governance with Committee Charter updates and IPS integration
Prepare employee communications and education for a smooth transition
M&A retirement plan consulting for day-one, interim, and consolidation steps
Document every step with minutes and approvals stored in the Fiduciary Briefcase
Mergers and acquisitions plan support coordinated with HR, Legal, and Finance
How We Work With Your Deal Team
We work alongside HR, Legal, and Finance to manage a unified timeline, identify critical decisions early, and maintain uninterrupted benefits. If consolidation isn’t practical on day one, we document the interim approach and next steps so the committee has a clean audit trail.
Well-planned transitions lower fiduciary risk, avoid late filings and notice issues, minimize disruption for employees, and position the combined organization for lower costs and clearer governance.
Plan a Clean Transition
Let’s review your deal timeline and outline the retirement plan steps — diligence, day-one, and consolidation — so nothing is missed.
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NAPA Top Women of Excellence- MVP
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PLANADVISER Top Retirement Plan Advisers
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