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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 11 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET Location: Virtual Contact: Diane Weber, <a href="mailto:Diane.Weber@ThompsonHine.com?subject=Brown Bag Benefits Webinar 4.28.26">Diane.Weber@ThompsonHine.com</a>

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A webinar series presented by Thompson Hine LLP

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Join us for the next session in our 2026 Brown Bag Benefits webinar series — quick and concise lunchtime programs designed to deliver timely updates on employee benefits matters without taking up too much space on your calendar. Each 30-minute session provides practical insights on emerging legal developments and regulatory trends impacting plan sponsors and benefit professionals.

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401(k) Investment Revolution: Private Equity, Collective Investment Trusts, and Other Alternative Assets

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As the investment landscape evolves, plan fiduciaries are increasingly reevaluating the investment structure of  their 401(k) lineups, including as a result of the recent proposed regulations providing guidance on the use of alternative assets in 401(k) lineups. During this session, Thompson Hine lawyers <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/links.thompsonhine.mkt4194.com/els/v2/N-79Fqaj0LHj/bzR4bDVWcFNxZmUzeTFjek9FUnlNYWVrZGhaMEw1K3hxR0xITmtheDFTZEtlY2tvdXcxd0ZxcTFpY29naGtMVUdxU0hIWHpnRlJkc3l6UUlOeTBWOVRULzRMT2dzZ2hRU0tERkIzdjRMdW5QUTNSczZZRW8wZz09S0/__;!!OdqygGz-7UHvSw!v1uQteccwZdRaT0eNxImVkU48jq3Em-uhURcPfStW-rw_eaWOzAvqHnjtQvSghrRVA1SZm7Jl-KPH_25PNKKvGloWzd7$" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brian Gaj</a> and <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/links.thompsonhine.mkt4194.com/els/v2/_KjYCqmKYPHZ/bzR4bDVWcFNxZmUzeTFjek9FUnlNYWVrZGhaMEw1K3hxR0xITmtheDFTZEtlY2tvdXcxd0ZxcTFpY29naGtMVUdxU0hIWHpnRlJkc3l6UUlOeTBWOVRULzRMT2dzZ2hRU0tERkIzdjRMdW5QUTNSczZZRW8wZz09S0/__;!!OdqygGz-7UHvSw!v1uQteccwZdRaT0eNxImVkU48jq3Em-uhURcPfStW-rw_eaWOzAvqHnjtQvSghrRVA1SZm7Jl-KPH_25PNKKvOMZA8IM$" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elizabeth Vitale</a> will examine the potential use of private equity and other alternative assets in defined contribution plans, as well as the growing role of collective investment trusts (CITs) and outsourced investment arrangements. Panelists will discuss current legal developments, fiduciary considerations, and practical implementation strategies to help attendees assess both the opportunities and the risks of expanding beyond traditional mutual fund menus.

2026 Brown Bag Benefits: 401(k) Investment Revolution

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