Hosted by Jennifer Yeaton, ISG LLC
Shane Gornik Speaker, Peter Lothridge Speaker

During the session, participants learned how Social Security benefits are calculated, when to begin claiming benefits, and how claiming decisions can affect lifetime retirement income. The presentation also covered common misconceptions, factors that influence benefit amounts, and the importance of coordinating Social Security with employer retirement plans, personal savings, and other retirement income sources.
Understanding your Social Security options is an important step toward making informed retirement decisions. By taking time to learn how the program works before retirement, members can better prepare for the future and maximize the value of the benefits they’ve earned.
ISG LLC offers customized seminars and virtual workshops designed to help employees and members better understand their benefits and prepare for retirement. Contact us today to learn more.

In March 2026, Jennifer Yeaton of ISG LLC hosted a virtual educational meeting for Chicago Pipefitters Local 597 members focused on understanding Social Security and how it fits into an overall retirement strategy.
During the session, participants learned how Social Security benefits are calculated, when to begin claiming benefits, and how claiming decisions can affect lifetime retirement income. The presentation also covered common misconceptions, factors that influence benefit amounts, and the importance of coordinating Social Security with employer retirement plans, personal savings, and other retirement income sources.
Understanding your Social Security options is an important step toward making informed retirement decisions. By taking time to learn how the program works before retirement, members can better prepare for the future and maximize the value of the benefits they’ve earned.
ISG LLC offers customized seminars and virtual workshops designed to help employees and members better understand their benefits and prepare for retirement. Contact us today to learn more.