As the executive protection landscape evolves, boards should take a proactive, measured, and transparent approach to CEO security.
Insights and Research
Insights and Research
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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On Point Survey: Clearly Communicating Executive Pay
Data show a difference in opinion among boards and management about the effectiveness of executive compensation communication.

A Tale of Two Cases: Federal Non-Compete Rules Remain In Limbo Until the End of the Summer
Suggestions for clients during this period of uncertainty and in anticipation of the approaching FTC effective date.

Private Company Compensation: Retaining Key Talent to Ensure Long-Term Success
How do private companies leverage compensation to retain high-performing employees and ensure sustained success?

How to Use External Compensation Advice at Different Stages of Private Company Growth
When should investors consider outside advice for their portfolio companies’ compensation plans?

Is Your Board's Compensation Risk Assessment Doing Enough?
How and why to conduct a more in-depth compensation risk assessment than is typical.

Midstream Oil and Gas: Executive Compensation Data from 2024 Proxies
Many midstream companies maintained significant levels of cash flows from operations in 2023; here is data on how that affected CEO pay.

Evaluating Executive Compensation for Potential Portfolio Companies
A comprehensive understanding of an investment target’s executive pay program can help mitigate PE risk.

Update on the Oversight and Regulation of Proxy Advisors
What the most recent court ruling means for ISS, Glass Lewis, and public companies.

Peer Group Development for Life Sciences Companies
An interview exploring the most impactful criteria for an industry-specific executive compensation peer group.
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Our experts dive into the real-world challenges and conversations shaping executive compensation and leadership strategy. Forthright, insightful, and sometimes unexpected—this is where we connect the dots between people, purpose, and performance.

Evergreen Content
This library brings together foundational thinking on topics—from cultural transformation and pay equity to incentive innovation and succession planning. These are timeless resources built to inform, guide, and future‑proof decision‑making.

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.

Private Companies
We offer experience and guidance that helps private organizations attract, motivate, and develop the talent that will move your strategy forward.
