Since 1947, PSCA is the only association exclusively dedicated to representing the interests of profit sharing/401(k) plan sponsors and participants through our Washington, D.C. office. PSCA Membership gives you the information to achieve your plan’s corporate goals while still meeting your fiduciary obligations.
In addition to Washington representation, PSCA membership includes:
Conferences & Training
National and regional conferences provide education and networking among industry leaders. Web-based training materials provide an engaging, flexible method for educating HR staff about plan administration.
Free training opportunity for new PSCA members
New member companies receive a free pass to send one company representative to our half day training workshop “Introduction to Defined Contribution Plans.” Respected employee benefit professionals will conduct the workshop on the following dates in 2009:
- March 24, 2009 (Chicago, IL)
- September 21, 2009 (Scottsdale, AZ)
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Solutions & Ideas
A members ONLY toll free help line is available for technical assistance and best practices information. Sample statements and model defined contribution plan forms are available. PSCA’s bi-monthly magazine, Defined Contribution Insights, is an essential 401(k) and profit sharing resource and provides constructive solutions to industry concerns.
Members-Only Web Page
The interactive community for profit sharing and 401(k) practices and legislation. This valuable resource also provides solutions to technical questions.
Legislative & Regulatory Updates
PSCA’s Executive Report, a monthly legislative newsletter and compliance bulletin provides members with concise information on Washington’s most recent events.
Communication Resources
Creative and low cost plan communication tools and ideas frequent Defined Contribution Insights magazine articles and offer readers solutions to the most current industry concerns. PSCA also sponsors the "Signature Awards" honoring excellence in plan communication and investment education, allowing deserving plans to receive the recognition they deserve. PSCA’s creation of 401(k) Day has helped employers promote participation on this nationally recognized day. PSCA provides communication tools and ideas for increasing participation during 401(k) day events.
Benchmarking
PSCA provides the industry’s most comprehensive annual survey of profit sharing and 401(k) plan practices. Several profit sharing and 401(k) trend surveys are additionally provided throughout the year. Free to member companies that participate.
Professional Growth
Member company representatives are often invited to speak at PSCA regional and national conferences; have trade articles published in PSCA’s magazine; and serve on PSCA Committees.