American Society of Pension Professionals
The American Society of Pension Actuaries (ASPA) is a national organization of retirement plan professionals dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of the private pension system in the United States. ASPA was founded in 1966 as an actuarial organization; however, the growing needs of the pension community led to the expansion of membership to include consultants, administrators, insurance professionals, financial planners, investment managers, accountants, attorneys, human resource personnel, and more... ASPA is the leading association for retirement plan professionals and has a reputation for high-quality training that is thorough and specialized. Our Mission The purpose of ASPA is to educate all retirement plan professionals and to preserve and enhance the private pension system as part of the development of a cohesive and coherent national income retirement policy. Our Programs Advocacy. ASPA is the only organization comprised exclusively of pension professionals that actively advocates for legislative and regulatory changes to expand and improve the private pension system. ASPA works on behalf of the employer-based voluntary retirement system to safeguard a coherent national retirement policy that supports choice and creativity. Certification Training. ASPA not only shapes legislation, it trains the industry. ASPA offers education and professional credentials for 401(k) administrators (QKA), actuaries (MSPA, FSPA), pension consultants (CPC), pension administrators (QPA) and other benefits professionals (APM). Continuing Education. ASPA is committed to professional education. Its conferences, workshops and educational materials ensure the highest level of professional knowledge and accountability for 401(k) administrators.
Web Address: http://www.aspa.org/