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Balancing Credit Union Executive Incentives When There is No Stock to Share
Credit unions often rely on SERPs as executive retention tools; here’s why and how to implement more performance-oriented long-term incentives.
Overlap of Executive Incentive Plan Performance Measures: Is the Concern Warranted?
Our statistical analyses of the data uncovers whether or not the increase in proxy advisor scrutiny on “redundant” incentive plan measures is justified.
ISS Releases 2020 Policy Updates—Details on Incorporation of EVA Forthcoming
The anticipated incorporation of EVA into ISS’ pay-for-performance test will be a significant change for 2020.
The Case of New and Conflicting Executive Compensation “Best Practice” Guidelines
In an era of increasing viewpoints on the purpose of a company, not all influencers agree that performance-based executive pay is a “best practice.”
How Banks Can Do More to Address the Gender Pay Gap
While data show a somewhat lackluster effort to close the pay gap, banks are in a uniquely strong position to move the needle.
Are Incentive Stock Options Worth the Trouble?
Tax reform has renewed interest in incentive stock option grants. There are some positive benefits, but the details are complicated.
ESG: Building Shareholder-Focused Incentive Plans for a New Generation of Investors
Investors and the public at large are increasingly pressuring organizations to expand performance criteria beyond traditional financial yardsticks.
Closing the Gender Pay Gap: The Long and Winding Road
Recent data show companies believe this is an important priority, but few have specific policies and procedures in place.
SEC Issues Interpretive Guidance for Investment Advisors and Proxy Advisors
Both entities must now exercise a higher level of care in voting. Here’s what this means for boards and compensation professionals.
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