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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 Announces New Partnership with Janusea to Revolutionize IRA and HSA Administration

Ascensus announced a new strategic partnership with Janusea to deliver a financial technology solution that streamlines IRA and health savings account (HSA) administration for financial institutions. Janusea’s product creates a direct integration between Ascensus’ technology platform and banks and credit unions, eliminating manual, dual entry of IRA and HSA transactions.

May 01 2025

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Ascensus Names Phillip Gillespie New Chief Legal, Risk and Compliance Officer

Ascensus announced today that Phillip Gillespie has joined the company as its new Chief Legal, Risk and Compliance Officer. Gillespie reports to Ascensus Chair and CEO David Musto and is based in the company’s Newton, MA office.

February 26 2025

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Ascensus Names New Divisional Vice President to Retirement Sales Team

Dresher, PAAscensus announced today that Stephen Carrera will be assuming the role of West Divisional Vice President for the Retirement Sales team. He will report to Anthony Bolgona, National Sales director. 

December 09 2024

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Ascensus Continues Focus on Financial Wellness and Extends Relationship with Financial Finesse Including AI-Powered Coaching

Partnership supports advisors and plan sponsors in helping participants improve retirement preparedness and overall financial wellness

October 01 2024

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Newport, an Ascensus Company, and PLANSPONSOR Trends Survey Shows Broader Adoption of Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans

Newport, an Ascensus company, and PLANSPONSOR released the results of the 2024 Newport/PLANSPONSOR NQDC (Nonqualified Deferred Compensation) Trends Survey.

September 04 2024

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Ascensus Names Industry Veteran Michael Dunn to Lead Newport Business

Ascensus has named industry veteran Michael Dunn to lead its Newport line of business, effective September 4, 2024.

August 20 2024

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Ascensus Names Emily Pachuta New Chief Marketing Officer

Ascensus has named financial services marketing leader Emily Pachuta as its new Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for the firm’s digital, marketing and analytics capabilities.

June 25 2024