
Retirement Plan Consultants & administrators
The Retirement (k)oncierge Group
Where service is embedded in our name
Retirement Plan Consultants & administrators
The Retirement (k)oncierge Group
Where service is embedded in our name
Retirement Plan Consultants & administrators
The Retirement (k)oncierge Group
Where service is embedded in our name

Retirement Plan Consultants & administrators
The Retirement (k)oncierge Group
Where service is embedded in our name


ABOUT Us
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The Retirement (k)oncierge Group, LLC (RKG) is a Cleveland based firm and is built upon 160+ years of collective experience in the retirement plan industry. Our collective experiences working for recordkeepers and retirement plan consultancy firms has allowed RKG to create a first rate experience that focuses on exceptional service and proactive solutions. We are a 100% employee owned company, and putting our clients’ interests first is our top priority. More specifically, RKG is built upon the following guiding principles:
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• Customer Centricity – Our mission is to provide exceptional retirement plan administration service at a reasonable fee. We believe partnering with our clients and their retirement adviser professionals is key to achieving superior results.
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• Proactive Solutions – We know that having a retirement plan is a key benefit to attracting and retaining quality employees, as well as a way for them and your leadership team to successfully prepare for the future. We have found that too many plan sponsors have not fully maximized their plan and are unaware of options and solutions that are readily available. This is why we provide a yearly review supplies ideas about how to further enhance the plan in areas such as plan design, operations, and employee education.
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• Fair Value – At RKG, we strive to provide exceptional service at a fair fee. We will continue to automate solutions to minimize human error, reduce administrative burdens and keep costs reasonable. In addition, we strive to keep our fees competitive and will periodically benchmark our costs to ensure we keep pace with the marketplace.
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RKG Leadership


Jennifer Tanaka, J.D., QPA, QKA, CPFA, MBA
Vice President
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• Co-founder
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• Earned credentials from the American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA)
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• Qualified Pension Administrator • Qualified 401(k) Administrator
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• Earned a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation through the National Association of Plan Advisors
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• Five years working in various facets of legal and financial compliance specifically in consumer financial protection laws and in ERISA
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• Four years of experience preparing estate planning documents
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• Licensed attorney & notary in the state of Ohio
Aubrey M. Christ, QKA, QPFC
President
• Co-founder
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• 25+ years of industry experience
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• 18 years at Voya Financial overseeing $3.5 billion in retirement plan AUM
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• Three years at National Associates, Inc. leading a 75-year-old TPA with 300 retirement plans with nearly $1 billion in AUM
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• Four years at Gallagher Benefit Services serving as a regional leader of retirement plan consulting services and overseeing $8.4 million of revenue for 500+ retirement plans
• Credentialed ASPPA member​
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• Women in Pension Network Member
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Meet the Team
With over 160 years of combined experience, our seasoned and caring team works hard to make sure clients' retirement plans run smoothly.

Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
Sharon has an extensive background in human resources and retirement plan administration. She has worked with plans of varying size and complexity. Sharon works closely with the RKG team on compliance reviews and plan documents.

Retirement Plan Consultant
Tricia has spent over 25 years working on 401(k)’s, 403(b)’s, 457 and Cash Balance plans. She has worked with various recordkeepers and has been a successful advisor which provides insight into what the plan sponsor, participants and financial advisors are looking for. Her thoughtful approach to plan design and deep understanding of the business set her apart. Combined with her passion and enthusiasm for working with plan sponsors and participants, clients can expect a truly elevated level of customer service.

Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
After working for National City Bank (now PNC) as an internal auditor, Brenda began a 30-year career working with retirement plans, performing all aspects of plan administration for 403(b), 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans with anywhere from 1 to 500 participants. She has assisted hundreds of employers overseeing the operational and technical aspects of their retirement plan and has worked with numerous financial and legal professionals helping to design, maintain and resolve retirement plan issues.

Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
Colleen has worked with several hundred employers over her career and specializes with small businesses across a wide variety of industries. She focuses on helping her clients manage their 401(k) plan’s compliance and operational aspects. She enjoys assisting her clients understand their plans and utilize them to their fullest potential.

Retirement Plan Consultant
Stacie worked as an attorney and in financial services. She took some time away from the industry to focus on her growing family. Stacie joined RKG early in 2023 and works with new clients to assist them with onboarding and provides support to the plan administration team.

Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
Michelle has been working with retirement plans for over 35 years, performing all aspects of plan administration for 401(k), Profit-Sharing and 403(b) plans. She handles retirement plans for the solo professional, plans with 1000+ participants, and plans with every number in between.
She has assisted hundreds of employers overseeing the operational and technical aspects of their retirement plan and has worked with numerous financial and legal professionals helping to design, maintain and resolve retirement plan issues.

Director of Compliance Services
As the Director of Compliance, Julie serves in helping to lead RKG’s administration team. She consults retirement plan sponsors, reviewing and addressing their financial goals by customizing personalized plan designs. Julie also works closely with financial advisors, CPAs and all partnering service providers to ensure plan sponsors receive a comprehensive, well-rounded analysis of both short and long-term retirement objectives, while keeping in compliance with government rules and regulations. Prior to RKG, Julie worked for a number of retirement services companies in the industry, managing traditional Defined Benefit plans, Cash Balance plans, and 401(k) / Profit Sharing plans ranging from small “owner only” employers, to large employers with over 2,000 employees. In recent years, Julie has specialized in administering Cash Balance plans for small business owners across various industries, creating opportunities for the businesses and their employees through a combined design with Defined Contribution plans.

Retirement Plan Consultant
​As an emerging professional in the Retirement Plan Administration industry, Modest is bringing 25+ years of experience as a Software Engineer and an IT professional who has developed and managed legacy systems that have allowed for successful interactions between internal and external partners at the Plain Dealer Publishing Co. In a changing environment with AI and new technological enhancements, Modest is excited to apply his skills in problem-solving, process optimization, and delivering reliable solutions across systems to support retirement plan operations, developing best practices, and helping clients achieve their long-term financial goals with qualified retirement plans.

Director of Consulting Services
Jenny leads RKG’s consulting team, bringing over 15 years of experience in defined contribution retirement plans. She collaborates closely with plan sponsors, financial advisors, CPAs, and other service partners to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Jenny is committed to delivering exceptional client service by providing clear communication and customized retirement plan solutions. By combining her technical expertise with a consultative approach, Jenny aims to assist plan sponsors with achieving their organization’s objectives.

Retirement Plan Consultant - Onboarding Specialist
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Services and solutions
Plan Design & Documents
One size does not fit all when it comes to the design of a retirement plan. Your Retirement (k)oncierge will offer you a variety of options for your plan design, whether you are starting a new plan or updating your existing one. Your plan will be designed on an individual basis with your company’s objectives in mind. Drafting your plan document does not set your plan provisions permanently. Your Retirement (k)oncierge will keep you apprised of new provisions and proactively look for ways to enhance your plan design as your objectives evolve and new options become available.
Plan
Administration
At RKG, we perform a full range of ongoing plan administration services including plan document consulting, compliance testing, monitoring of contribution limits, illustrations for employer contributions, government reporting and distribution and loan support. Your Retirement (k)oncierge is highly trained, knowledgeable and stays abreast of all laws and regulations by staying current with continuing education requirements and seeking out information and trends that can be leveraged by our clients and adviser communities.
Audit
Assistance
If your plan is subject to audit, we are happy to partner with you and/or work directly with your auditor to provide documentation they need and assist with responding to their inquiries. In addition, if your plan is ever selected for an audit by the IRS or DOL, we can assist you to minimize time spent and alleviate any related stress. We have the expertise and experience to guide you through these processes to ensure they run as smooth as possible.
Plan
Corrections
Mistakes sometimes happen in retirement plans. If a plan sponsor makes a mistake with administration, RKG can assist with analyzing the mistake, determining the proper fix and help find ways to avoid it from happening again.
Employee
Education
At RKG, we know a key factor to a plan’s success is attributed to the plan participants’ understanding and engagement. We welcome the opportunity to work with you and any of your retirement plan advisers/consultants to explain the benefits to your employees and help them understand how to best engage with the plan to maximize their retirement readiness. We are able to conduct educational seminars and have the ability to create customized recordings that your employees can watch at their convenience.

resources
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Simple IRA vs. 401(k) vs. 403(b) - What's Right for your Company?
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SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k) Plan - Which is Right for your Business?
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Tax Credits for Startup Plans - Secure 2.0
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To Be or Not to Be....Safe Harbor
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Secure 2.0 - Key Provisions-Detailed
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Long Term Part Time Employees - Overview
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Roles & Responsibilities when Working with a Recordkeeper
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Managing Your Retirement Plan with your Service Provider Team
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Sample QDIA Participant Notice
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