John Hancock Financial Network recently launched a new defined contribution consulting program to help John Hancock financial advisors at every level expand their retirement plan business and provide better service to their clients.

According to a new study by Northwestern Mutual, 74 percent of Americans feel the pace of today’s society is making it harder for them to focus and remain on track toward achieving long-term goals — including savings goals.

Changes made by the Legislature will mean reduced pension payments for state and local government employees taking early retirement if they leave their jobs after Aug. 31.

Marketing advisory firm Eastbridge Consulting Group announced Tuesday it has recognized CIGNA as a leader in voluntary sales growth for 2010.