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Anticipating the Effects of Tariffs on Executive Compensation
Advisor Blog | Feb 2025 | Matt Turner | NACD
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Driving Innovation Through Corporate Venture Capital and Carried Interest
Mature companies can mirror the incentive pay practices of market disruptors to help drive innovation.

Economic Value Added is a Shortcut That Doesn’t Consider Nuance
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Our survey data show that while ISS is very interested in EVA, investors are not. We explore why that is likely the case.

Assessing the Need for Retention during M&A
The compensation committee will have to address a number of pay-related issues during a merger or acquisition.

Compensation Strategies for Succession Planning
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Carefully constructed compensation strategies can help develop a leadership pipeline, advance succession planning goals, and mitigate transition risk.

Your Guide to The 162(m) Grandfathering Rule
The IRS has issued transition rules relating to the “old” 162(m) rule. Here’s what you need to know.

Yes, Your Compensation Committee Should Talk about ESG Performance Measures
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Are ESG metrics appropriate for your executive compensation plan? Results from our Quick Poll show boards and management teams may not be fully aligned.

Smaller Reporting Company Threshold Increased as of 9/10/18
The SEC has finalized a new threshold amount for defining SRCs. We outline the change and what it means for executive compensation disclosure.

Executive Perquisites: Two Not-so-Simple Steps to Determine if You Should Disclose
The SEC’s rules for perquisite disclosure have not changed, but recent high-profile cases warrant a review of the rule’s basic framework.

Executive Succession Planning, Retention, and the Role of Compensation
A recently published study indicates the highest CEO turnover since 2008. How can compensation play a role in retaining high-performing executives?
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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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