Timely data from 248 companies on how organizations of all sizes and ownership types are approaching executive compensation pay practices for 2026.
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Pay vs. Performance: What Do Public Company Directors Need to Know?
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Management may bear the heavy burden when it comes to the new disclosure, but there are key points boards must understand and discuss this fall.
What Growth-Stage Biotech and Pharma Companies Need to Know About the PvP Rules
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While the rules are clear on what needs to be done to comply with pay vs. performance disclosure, there are unique challenges for biotech and pharma.
A Fresh Look at the Much Debated “Last-Minute” Excise Tax Gross-Up
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Providing an excise tax gross-up is sensitive for boards, given its poor reputation. Here is data providing a clear picture of the practice.
Overseeing Executive Compensation and Leadership Development Should Be the Role of the Compensation Committee
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A siloed approach to executive pay, business strategy, and leadership development may hinder long-term value creation.
The SEC Just Kicked CD&A Drafting Season into High Gear
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Given the new pay versus performance rules, drafting this year’s CD&A will be an especially heavy lift. Here’s how to get started now.
Pay Versus Performance Rules Finalized and Effective for Next Proxy Season
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After 13 years and much debate, the SEC has finalized its guidance for one of the most complex executive compensation disclosures required under the Dodd-Frank Act.
Creating Clarity in Incentive Strategy in an Uncertain Business Environment
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A preview of the trends beginning to emerge ahead of the 2023 pay cycle to help compensation committee members prepare for the next round of pay-setting discussions.
The Importance of Compensation, Retention, and Professional Development in Tumultuous Times
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The seniors housing industry has been particularly hard-hit since 2020; here are ideas on rewarding and retaining difference-making talent.
The Inflation Reduction Act: What You Need to Know
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Unlike an earlier proposal, the current Act does not include legislation directly impacting executive compensation, although there may be some derivative impact.
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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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