PCS Strengthens Leadership Team with New Head of Product

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PCS Retirement, a leading provider of retirement services, announces a significant addition to its executive team. Kristin McCarthy has been named Head of Product, where she will lead the strategic direction, development, and management of PCS's product portfolio, focusing on the ERISA and Individual Retirement business lines.

Bringing over 25 years of industry expertise, Kristin joins PCS with a proven history of driving innovation and delivering client-centric solutions. Her previous roles at Aspire Financial, Morningstar Investments, and Benetic Inc. reflect her deep knowledge and success in enhancing products and experiences for financial professionals.

Kristin's appointment comes at a pivotal time for PCS as it strengthens its commitment to accelerating growth and innovation. "We are thrilled to welcome Kristin. Her extensive experience and dynamic approach to product strategy will be instrumental in advancing PCS's mission to deliver unmatched products and services to financial professionals and their clients," said Scott David, PCS CEO. 

Kristin shares similar enthusiasm about her new role at PCS. "Having played a key role in building Aspire Retirement before its acquisition by PCS, I'm thrilled to return and lead the product team. The organization's new leadership has fostered a dynamic, fast-paced environment that offers exciting opportunities to make a meaningful impact," she noted. "My goal is to establish a collaborative, client-focused, product-led organization that is both strategic and influential, driving innovation and long-term success."

Kristin holds an MBA from Elon University and a degree in Finance from Virginia Tech. Additionally, she is an active member of the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA). Her experience and commitment to creating scalable, client-focused solutions will enable PCS to enhance its digital footprint and deliver industry-leading retirement products.

The leadership update also includes the transition of Ted Harlan, who after serving PCS in various capacities for 14 years, will assume the role of Head of Business Transformation. Ted will be responsible for leading enterprise-wide initiatives that align with PCS's corporate growth strategy. "Ted's leadership and his vast knowledge of our operations ensure that he will play a crucial role in driving transformational initiatives," said Scott David.

About PCS Retirement

PCS Retirement is among the nation's largest independent and conflict-free retirement solution providers in the industry. PCS Retirement offers Recordkeeping services to over 28,000 plans and 800,000 participants representing $30.7+ billion in retirement assets. PCS allows mutual fund companies, investment managers and other financial institutions to offer leading white label and branded retirement solutions for the complete spectrum of retirement plans and accounts. To learn more, visit https://www.pcsretirement.com/.

SOURCE PCS Retirement, LLC