2026 Benefits & Retirement Outlook: TRC Breakfast Briefing
Join us for the 2026 Benefits & Retirement Outlook: TRC Breakfast Briefing, an engaging morning program designed to help employers and plan sponsors prepare for the evolving health and retirement benefits landscape. This Cincinnati-area breakfast event will explore emerging trends, regulatory considerations, and strategic planning opportunities organizations should be addressing now as they look ahead to 2026—while offering valuable time to connect with peers and industry leaders.
The program will feature a strong lineup of expert speakers. Steven Silverman, Vice President and Regional Retirement Consultant with American Century Investments, will discuss the top trends, issues, and opportunities shaping the retirement plan environment in 2026.
In addition, Meredith De Guire, Principal and Senior Health Consultant, and Tom Hackman, ASA, MAAA, Principal and Senior Health Actuary Leader from Mercer, will present Tackling Faster Health Cost Growth: Actionable Insights for Total Reward Leaders. Drawing on findings from Mercer’s 2025 National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans, they will examine the key drivers behind rising health costs and share practical strategies employers are using to respond.
Attendees will leave with timely, actionable insights—all delivered over a hosted breakfast and engaging conversation.
Steve Silverman
Meredith De Guire
Tom Hackman
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Speaker Bio: Steven Silverman
Steven Silverman is a Vice President and Regional Retirement Consultant at American Century Investments, where he is part of the sales team dedicated to working with advisors, platform wholesalers, and TPAs. His focus is on providing tools and products that help partners grow their business and increase market share. Steven joined American Century in January 2013 and currently covers Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky.
With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Steven began his career as an Assistant Vice President and Senior Financial Consultant with Merrill Lynch. Prior to joining American Century, he served as Regional Director for The Newport Group across 11 states, building relationships with retirement advisors, consultants, and brokers. His career also includes regional sales leadership roles with Fifth Third Institutional Services, Wachovia Retirement Services, and Paychex, Inc. Steven is a graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in Finance.
Speaker Bio: Meredith De Guire
Meredith De Guire is a Principal Consultant within Mercer’s Health and Benefits practice, based in Cleveland, Ohio. She is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and addressing the challenges of the healthcare system. Meredith embraces a collaborative approach, working closely with employers and the Mercer team to ensure her clients receive innovative solutions that align with their mission and add value to their strategic plans.
Experience: Meredith brings over 25 years of experience in the employee benefits industry, including 10 years at Mercer. Prior to joining Mercer, she spent 10 years at Medical Mutual of Ohio in various underwriting and actuarial roles. She also worked for an international employee benefits consulting firm, providing strategic and analytical advice to clients.
Education: Meredith earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical and Physical Sciences, with a focus on Actuarial Sciences, from The Ohio State University. She holds resident Life & Health and Consulting licenses in Ohio, as well as in all states where she has client responsibility or oversight.
