Brea(k)fast with the Experts - DOL Retirement Plan Investigations

Hear from the U.S. Department of Labor on EBSA investigations and explore employee financial education and benefits. Sponsored by the Human Resources Association of Central Ohio (HRACO), supporting HR professionals throughout Central Ohio. Retirement plan sponsors are responsible for overseeing important plan processes while also helping employees understand the benefits and resources available to them. Brea(k)fast with the Experts will bring together these two areas of retirement plan leadership: understanding the Department of Labor investigation process and evaluating how employees engage with the financial benefits and resources offered by their employer. Designed for Business Owners, Finance, HR and Benefits Executives, and Fiduciaries, this educational workshop will provide information and practical considerations related to retirement plan oversight, employee education, and financial wellness resources. What We Will Cover What to Expect from an EBSA Retirement Plan Investigation Hear directly from the U.S. Department of Labor about the Employee Benefits Security Administration investigation process, including areas that may be reviewed and considerations for plan fiduciaries when evaluating their processes and documentation. Understanding What Employees Are Looking For Employees have access to a growing range of financial benefits, education, and resources, but expectations around how those benefits are communicated and supported continue to evolve. This discussion will explore employee perspectives on financial benefits and consider how employers can think about the resources, education, and support they provide. Building the Employee Financial Experience Explore how retirement education, financial wellness tools, and personalized resources may be used together to provide employees with access to financial information and support. Attendees will leave with information and considerations they can use when reviewing their retirement plan processes, employee education efforts, and financial wellness resources. Bonus: Attendees with CPA, SHRM, SPHR, or PHR designations may receive a certificate of attendance for 3 hours of continuing education credit Columbus Workshop | Thursday, November 12, 2026 Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Dr., Columbus, OH 43221 RSVP by Friday, November 6th Please note, this event is underwritten in part by sponsors of investment products.