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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:

  • May 16, 2024 from 11am – 12pm
  • June 13, 2024 from 11am – 12pm

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

ABP Preparing for Retirement

Public Employees Retirement (PERS) Workshop

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.

PERS Retirement Zoom Workshop Dates:

  • May 16, 2024 from 12:30pm – 1:30pm
  • June 13, 2024 from 12:30pm – 1:30pm

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

PERS Preparing for Retirement

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:

  • Wednesday, September 11, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 524
  • Tuesday, October 8, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412
  • Tuesday, December 3, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412

Bloomfield Campus Dates:

  • Wednesday, October 2, 2024
    • Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07
  • Tuesday, November 5, 2024
    • Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07
  • Wednesday, December 18, 2024
    • Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07

VOYA – Frank Booth

Register here for your one-on-one session

  • Tuesday, September 24, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412
  • Wednesday, October 9, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 327
  • Tuesday, November 19, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412

Paycheck and Retirement Workshops:
When: Every Tuesday 12pm – 1pm
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

  • Wednesday, August 14, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412
  • Tuesday, September 17, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412
  • Thursday, October 3, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412

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, September 18, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412
  • Wednesday, October 23, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 327
  • Thursday, November 14, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 327
  • Wednesday, December 11, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 412

VALIC – Nazma Begum

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

  • Thursday, September 12, 2024
    • Where: School of Business 524
  • 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

This workshop complements the New Employee Welcome by providing detailed benefits information tailored to your eligibility. New employees should plan to attend within the first week of hire to learn detailed information on their benefit options, medical, dental, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, pension and life insurance benefits and would like assistance before completing their online enrollment.

Let’s get you scheduled, please contact the benefits team at benefits@montclair.edu

NJ Well State Health Benefits Programs (SHBP)

Wellness Webinars

Skin Care: Keep It Healthy and Radiant In Any Season, September 5th 1pm – 2pm

Jenna Mathews leads this session, diving into top skin care techniques and practices to keep skin healthy.

Register Now

Breaking the Diet Cycle, September 11th 12pm – 1pm

Health Educator Rachel Lendner discusses why diets are hard to follow and provides insights on breaking the cycle.

Register Now

Managing Your Money in Tough Times, September 17th 12pm – 1pm

Financial planner and army veteran Garrett Sorensen will teach you to thrive despite tough financial times.

Register Now

Virtual Reiki Session, September 24th 1pm – 2pm

Learn to open energy blockages in this session led by Micheline DeBono, Yoga Instructor and Reiki Master.

Register Now

Create Your Own Happiness and Live Your Best Life, September 26th 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Your happiness does not depend on others; you can create it for yourself. Join us for this session led by Keny Moon to learn how to create your own happiness.

Register Now

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

NJM Insurance Group

Auto, Home, Condo, Renters and Umbrella – get the insurance that’s right for you!
Obtain your customized NJM quote in minutes!

Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: HR Benefits Satellite Office – 18 Normal Ave

Register for an appointment with NJM

Please have your current policy declaration pages and driver’s license numbers for all the residents in your household. All employees are eligible to apply.

State Training Webinars

Overview for Employees in the DCRP
When: Monday, August 5,2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Deferred Compensation (NJSEDCP) Plan Overview for State of NJ Employees
When: Monday, August 5,2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Retirement Planning for PERS and TPAF Members – State Employees Only
When: Thursday, August 8,2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Live Q&A for PERS and TPAF Members – State Employees Only
When: Friday, August 9,2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Understanding Your Pension Benefits for PERS & TPAF Members – State Employees Only
When: Monday, August 12,2024
Register here to attend the webinar

Social Security Benefits for Members of all NJ State Administered Retirement Systems
When: Monday, August 12,2024
Register here to attend the webinar