How to address the shadow of tariffs looming heavily over incentive plan goal-setting and performance assessment.
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Anticipating the Effects of Tariffs on Executive Compensation
Advisor Blog | Feb 2025 | Matt Turner | NACD
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The Pearl Meyer team includes industry experts with deep knowledge and experience in all aspects of compensation and leadership. Here they provide valuable insight on emerging issues and developing trends. They offer compelling solutions for challenging situations and advice on maximizing opportunities. Read on and learn more about how Pearl Meyer’s team can help you connect pay, people, and performance.
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Private Company Director Compensation: Securing High-Caliber Board Members
Private company boards need expert directors just as their public company counterparts do; here’s what to do when market data for private board pay is scarce

ESG and Executive Compensation: Four Discussion Points for Boards
Most boards and management teams are at least talking about how they can manage ESG issues; here are considerations for incorporating them into pay plans.

IPO Equity Awards: What’s the Message?
What happens to one’s pay at the time of a transaction is not intuitive and requires clear communication

The Ultimate Checklist: Responding to Weak, But Not Failed, Say-on-Pay Results
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Committees can effectively deal with weak shareholder support with these eight steps to demonstrate committee responsiveness

Promoting Cultural Health in a Post-COVID World
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Concepts of corporate culture and leadership are evolving: How to set the stage for transformation in your organization

Expansion of Covered Employees Subject to 162(m) Compensation Deduction Limit
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) includes a makeover for Section 162(m), governing the tax rules for some executive compensation.

Is it Time to Change Tradition? Not-For-Profit Board Compensation in a New Age
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Offering compensation for board service could be a beneficial way to help not-for-profit organizations attract a wider range of talented directors.

When New Hire Equity Grant Requirements Exceed Your Guidelines
Tips for structuring new hire equity when the guidelines aren’t sufficient to bring needed talent on board.

Timing Considerations for SPAC Equity Grants
Why it’s critical to carefully evaluate the timing of any transaction equity awards.
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New Directions for Director Pay
Boards, primarily focused on their fiduciary responsibilities, often overlook their compensation. Yet, like executive pay, board compensation can drive value. Strategic pay structures are crucial for attracting and retaining directors who enhance a visionary board sensitive to risks and opportunities, thus boosting organization's success.

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