Pension Consultants, Inc. (PCI), a leading retirement plan administration firm, has partnered with Strongpoint Partners, a rapidly growing retirement services platform. This decision came after initial hesitation from PCI, who, despite being approached by national firms previously, were impressed by Strongpoint Partners‘ distinct and innovative approach. Anastasiades from PCI noted, “We found what they were building, and how they were building it, to be distinct and innovative.” This initial positive impression marked the beginning of a significant partnership in the retirement industry.
Why PCI Was Drawn to Strongpoint Partners
PCI, a successful and growing firm with valuable partners, initially saw no need for change. However, a meeting with the Strongpoint Partners team sparked a shift in perspective. Rossi from PCI explained, “Candidly, we felt comfortable with them from the start. The perspective, the alignment, and the shared vision left the biggest impression.” This comfort and shared vision were crucial factors in PCI’s decision to join Strongpoint Partners.
Another key element influencing PCI’s choice was Strongpoint Partners‘ established presence and reputation within the retirement services marketplace. “We kept seeing Strongpoint everywhere,” Anastasiades stated. PCI observed Strongpoint Partners gaining trust from respected TPAs and evolving into a leading retirement services platform. This maturation from a concept to a fully formed infrastructure reassured PCI about the stability and future potential of Strongpoint Partners. The positive experiences shared by other TPA partners who had already joined Strongpoint Partners further solidified PCI’s confidence in their decision. These testimonials highlighted the benefits for businesses, clients, partners, and especially employees, reinforcing that Strongpoint Partners offered a path to maintain their operational autonomy while leveraging the strengths of a larger platform.
Strongpoint Partners Welcomes PCI
Strongpoint Partners recognized the clear alignment and mutual benefit in partnering with PCI. Toner, VP of Corporate Development for Strongpoint Partners, highlighted the opportunity to create synergistic value, stating, “…the alignment between PCI and Strongpoint Partners was so clear, and because the value we could create together was more than either organization could do on their own.”
Hest of Strongpoint Partners emphasized the value each partner brings to the network: “Each of them brings a perspective, passion, personality, and vision that is uniquely theirs, and that seems to merge into the existing fabric of Strongpoint and strengthen the connections that have formed between all of our businesses.” This underscores Strongpoint Partners‘ approach of fostering individuality within a collaborative framework.
PCI will continue to operate under their existing leadership, ensuring continuity for their clients and leveraging their expertise within the broader Strongpoint Partners network.
About Strongpoint Partners
Strongpoint Partners is recognized as a fast-growing, tech-enabled retirement services platform, securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list. They provide integrated retirement third-party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions to small- to mid-sized businesses. Strongpoint Partners focuses on accuracy, compliance, and minimizing regulatory risks, delivered through local client success teams. Their expanding network includes firms like HowardSimon, Jocelyn Pension Consulting, and Retirement Strategies Group, demonstrating their commitment to building a comprehensive and robust retirement services ecosystem. For more information, visit www.strongpointpartners.com.
Conclusion
The partnership between PCI and Strongpoint Partners represents a strategic move driven by shared values, innovation, and a vision for enhanced retirement services. PCI’s decision to join Strongpoint Partners highlights the platform’s growing reputation and the compelling benefits it offers to its partners, their employees, and their clients. This collaboration promises a strong future for both organizations within the evolving retirement services landscape.
