Lisa Sumida, Qka, Qkc, Tgpc
About Lisa Sumida, Qka, Qkc, Tgpc
Lisa Sumida is a Senior Retirement Specialist at Guideline with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in retirement planning and compliance.
Title and Current Role
Lisa Sumida holds the title of Senior Retirement Specialist at Guideline. She has been with Guideline since 2021 in this capacity, focusing on helping clients navigate retirement planning. Her role includes ensuring compliance with retirement plans and offering strategic advice on retirement savings.
Professional Experience
Lisa Sumida brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in retirement planning and compliance. She previously worked at TIAA as a Senior Plan Document Compliance Consultant from 2017 to 2019 and as a Plan Document Compliance Consultant from 2016 to 2017. She also held the position of Senior Retirement Operations Data Lead at TIAA from 2015 to 2016. Before that, she worked with Enterprise Iron Financial Industry Solutions, Inc. as a Principal Consultant/Data Lead at TIAA-CREF from 2014 to 2015 and served as a Client Service Manager at Retirement Alliance, Inc. in 2014. Notably, she worked at Empower Retirement as a 401(k) Compliance Analyst from 2009 to 2014.
Educational Background
Lisa Sumida studied Finance and Business Administration at Regis University, where she earned her degree. Her academic background in finance and business has provided a solid foundation for her extensive career in retirement planning and compliance.
Certifications and Designations
Lisa Sumida holds several professional designations, including QKA (Qualified 401(k) Administrator), QKC (Qualified 401(k) Consultant), and TGPC (Tax-Exempt and Governmental Plan Consultant). These certifications indicate her specialized knowledge in retirement plan administration and compliance.
Industry Expertise
With strong expertise in ERISA, 401(k), and 403(b) retirement plans, Lisa Sumida is well-versed in the intricacies of retirement plan administration. Her extensive work experience and certifications reflect her deep understanding of financial regulations and retirement planning strategies.