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Benefits Workshops

Montclair State University’s Benefits team schedules employee workshops throughout the year on various topics. For more information about upcoming workshops, select one of the links below.

Pre-Retirement Workshop: Alternative Benefits Program (ABP)

The Retirement workshop is designed to provide an overview of your steps to Retirement. This workshop is designed for employees who are within their 1-year of retirement.

ABP Retirement Zoom Workshop Dates:

  • November 13, 2024 from 12pm – 12:30pm

Register to attend a workshop

ABP Preparing for Retirement

Public Employees Retirement (PERS) Workshop

The State is now offering personalized, one-on-one Zoom PERS retirement consultations tailored specifically to your needs. Additionally, they are hosting informative PERS planning seminars.

To sign up for a PERS workshop, simply click the link below.

Parental Leave Workshops

In this workshop, employees who are preparing a family, considering adoption, or who are planning to become a parent are provided with essential leave-related information.

To register, please contact the benefits team at hr-benefits@montclair.edu to register.

Financial Counseling Sessions

Financial and retirement counseling sessions will be offered by representatives from TIAA, VOYA, Empower, AXA, Metlife, and Valic on campus. These sessions will focus on your specific needs as you prepare for retirement. Registration is required.

TIAA – Nancy Vandergoot & Joe Del Grande

Register here for your one-on-one session

Montclair Campus Dates:

  • Tuesday, December 3, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412
  • Thursday, January 23, 2025
    • Where: School of Business 327
  • Thursday, February 20, 2025
    • Where: School of Business 327
  • Tuesday, March 11, 2025
    • Where: School of Business 321
  • Tuesday, April 8, 2025
    • Where: School of Business 412

Bloomfield Campus Dates:

  • Wednesday, December 18, 2024
    • Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07
  • Tuesday, February 2, 2025
    • Where: Knox Hall Room 207
  • Tuesday, April 1, 2025
    • Where: Knox Hall 207

Family wealth education
When: November 19, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Take control of your financial life: 5 steps to save money and manage debt
When: December 4, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar

How can I afford college for my kids or grandkids
When: December 12, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar

VOYA – Frank Booth

Register here for your one-on-one session

  • Tuesday, November 19, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412

Retirement and your Paycheck Workshops:

  • Wednesday, December 11, 2024 11:30am
  • Wednesday, January 8, 2025 11:30am
  • Wednesday, February 12, 2025 11:30am
  • Wednesday, March 12, 2025 11:30am
  • Wednesday, April 9, 2025 11:30am

Register here to attend the workshop

Empower (formerly Prudential Retirement) – Jordan Swartz

Call/email to schedule an in person one-on-one session:
732-236-6782
jordan.swartz@empower.com

Register here for a virtual session with Jordan Swartz

AXA Equitable – David Lynch

Call/email to schedule an appointment:
732-585-2451
david.lynch@axa-advisors.com

Empower (formerly Mass Mutual) – Ira Goldberg

Call/email to schedule an appointment:
848-248-4353
igoldberg@gittermanwealth.com

MetLife – David Sharpe

Register here for your one-on-one session

  • Wednesday, December 11, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412

VALIC – Nazma Begum

Register here for your one-on-one session
Registration Code: 7269UPP11AA

  • Wednesday, November 20, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 327

Your Retirement Plan at Work Workshops:
When: Every Friday 12pm – 1pm
Register here to attend the workshop

Social Security 101

Social Security Benefits workshops are designed to complement the Retirement Planning workshops offered by Human Resources. The Social Security 101 session will be presented by a Social Security Specialist from the U.S. Social Security Administration.

Register to attend a Social Security Benefits Workshop

New Employee Benefits Workshop

Part 1: New Hire Benefits self-guided presentation

Part 2 (optional): Q&A Workshop for New Hire Benefits | *Prerequisite Required*
Congratulations on completing the New Hire Benefits self-guided presentation! Now it’s time to dive deeper and get answers to any lingering questions you might have.

We’re excited to invite you to an interactive Q&A Workshop. This is your opportunity to gain further clarity on any areas you found complex or need clarification.

To make the most of this Q&A session, we encourage you to come prepared with any general questions you’ve gathered from the presentation. Our goal is to make this an informative and engaging discussion!

Important Reminder: This workshop is open to employees who have completed the self-guided New Hire Benefits workshop. If you haven’t done so yet, please complete it before registering for the Q&A session.

NJ Well State Health Benefits Programs (SHBP)

Wellness Webinars

Financial Fitness, November 20th 12pm – 1pm
Even with a high-paying job, you can fall victim to cash flow and debt issues. This webinar will address the impacts of financial inaction on individuals and their families, exploring the simple steps necessary for change.
Register Now

Diabetes: Start Reducing Your Risk by This Afternoon, November 26th 1pm – 2pm
Dr. Eric Biondi, MD, explores diabetes, decreasing risk factors, and how those diagnosed can live healthily.
Register Now

To watch a recorded webinar, please visit HorizonBlue.com/njwellwebinars.

State Training Webinars

Retirement Types, Eligibility & Calculations for PERS & TPAF Members
When: Monday, November 18, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar

PERS and TPAF Pension Payment Options
When: Monday, November 18, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Reviewing a Sample Retirement Application for PERS and TPAF Members
When: Monday, November 18, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Retirement Planning for PFRS (Police & Fire) Members
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Register here to attend the webinar