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Ascensus Launches Two New Pooled Employer Plans (PEPs) with OneDigital

New 401(k) and 403(b) PEPs Expand Retirement Access

Dresher, PA—Ascensus, the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, has announced the launch of two new Pooled Employer Plans (PEPs) in collaboration with OneDigital, a national insurance brokerage and financial services firm.

March 23 2026

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Ascensus Recognized as #1 Provider for Plans Under $5M and a Top Provider by 2026 PLANSPONSOR Defined Contribution Survey

“Top Provider” recognition underscores Ascensus’ excellence in driving plan success up to $200M

March 16 2026

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New Ascensus Research Reveals Why Millions of Eligible Workers Do Not Contribute to Their Retirement Plans

Surprisingly Awareness and Understanding, Not Affordability, Drives Inaction 

March 10 2026

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Ascensus Delivers Outstanding 2025 Year-End Peak Season Service Serving 8+ Million Accounts, Powered by U.S.-Based Service Teams and Smart Technology Investments

Dresher, PAAscensus, the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, today announced outstanding service performance during the company’s 2025 end-of-year season for its Government Savings business.

February 23 2026

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Ascensus Named Retirement Leader of the Year At the With Intelligence Mutual Fund & ETF Awards

Digital Innovation and Strategic M&A Drive Award Recognition

February 17 2026

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Ascensus Report Shows Employers are Prioritizing Financial Focused Benefits

From Pandemic Shock to Strategic Stability: How Total Rewards Evolved from 2019–2025

January 26 2026

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Ascensus Surpasses $300 Billion in Total 529 Plan Assets

Milestone underscores Ascensus’ leadership in education savings and continued growth in state-sponsored programs

January 20 2026

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Ascensus Appoints Rob Percival as Head of ABLE Solutions

Industry Veteran Returns to Ascensus to Lead ABLE Solutions Strategy Amid Market Expansion Driven by SECURE 2.0

January 15 2026

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Ascensus Welcomes New Regional Vice President to National Sales Team

Chris Tingley Joins Eastern Region Team to Support Retirement Sales Initiatives

November 20 2025

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Ascensus CISO, Alex Petrow, named a 2025 Top Global CISO by Cyber Defense Magazine

Recognized for Elevating Cybersecurity Standards and Safeguarding Global Systems

November 13 2025