Join our expert panel, which includes GEO Award winner panellists from Atlassian (2019 Most Creative Solution, 2022 Best Plan Communication and 2023 Best Use of Employee Share Plans in a Corporate Action) and GlobalFoundries (2022 Most Innovative and Creative Plan Design) as they delve into the post-award journey of acclaimed equity compensation programs. Discover the ongoing success of these programs beyond their initial recognition, exploring their resilience, challenges faced, and innovative adaptations over time. In this exclusive session, our panel will unravel the evolution of these celebrated equity compensation initiatives, providing valuable insights into their sustained triumph.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Navigate the complexities of post-award equity compensation strategies
• Analyze the challenges and triumphs of acclaimed programs over time
• Explore innovative approaches embraced by successful equity compensation initiatives

CPE CREDIT: 1.0
Field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Level: 0
Delivery method: Group internet-based
Advanced preparation: None

CEP CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT (CE): 1.0

*CPE credits are provided for live webcasts only. Please visit our Continuing Education and Event Policies pages for more information.

The Pay Transparency Directive in the EU is a significant step towards achieving equal pay and reducing the gender pay gap. Companies operating within the EU must adapt their pay structures and policies to ensure compliance and promote a more equitable work environment.

Join this session as the expert panel explores the practical implications of this directive and unveil strategies for fostering transparency and equity. Master the intricacies of the Pay Transparency Directive and equip yourself with the knowledge to promote pay equality and transparency in your organization.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Directive insights: Gain a deep understanding of the European directive on pay transparency, covering vital aspects such as information rights, reporting obligations, enforcement mechanisms, compensation practices, and potential sanctions.
• National law variations: Discover the key differences between the directive and current national laws in Germany, the UK, France, and Belgium, ensuring compliance in diverse legal landscapes.
• Effective employee engagement: Receive valuable tips on skillfully managing employee requests related to pay transparency and equal pay, fostering a collaborative and equitable work environment.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

Field of study: Business Law
Levels: O
Delivery method: Group live
Advanced preparation: None

CEP Continuing Education (CE) credit: 1.0 credits

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In the face of the ongoing and unprecedented mismatch between inflation and salary increases in 2023, which is expected to continue into 2024, companies find themselves in a relentless War for Talent. The challenge now is to ensure that equity plans remain effective and relevant in this ever-evolving landscape. In response to this changing environment, companies resorted to ‘one-off payments’ and ad-hoc share-based grants in 2022 and 2023.

Don't miss this session, where you'll gather invaluable knowledge about adapting equity plans to the challenges of today's talent landscape and future-proofing your organization's approach to employee rewards.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Navigating market trends: Gain insights into the market trends that unfolded in 2022 and 2023, understanding the dynamics that have shaped the current scenario.
• The power of hyper-personalization: Explore how companies are harnessing the concept of "Hyper-personalization" to tailor equity rewards to individual employee needs and aspirations.
• Revamping communication strategies: Discover how organizations are evolving their communication strategies to effectively reward and retain employees as we venture into 2024 and beyond.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

Field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Levels: O
Delivery method: Group live
Advanced preparation: None

CEP Continuing Education (CE) credit: 1.0 credits

Please visit our Continuing Education and Event Policies pages for more information.

Unlock the potential of your executive compensation strategy with innovative concepts. In this session, our expert panel delves into four crucial areas that can significantly enhance your plan design, benefiting both executives and plan sponsors. These innovative concepts are designed to take your executive compensation strategy to the next level, addressing a variety of critical topics and featuring a case study from Levi Strauss. Learn the power of combining tried-and-true practices with innovative thinking to help you make the most of your executive compensation program.

Key learning points:

• Automatic exercise benefits: Discover the advantages of incorporating automatic exercise at expiration into your executive compensation plans. This innovative approach streamlines processes, enhances plan performance, and aligns executive incentives more effectively with organizational objectives.
• Identifying long-term incentive blind spots: Gain insights into potential blind spots that may affect the effectiveness of your long-term incentive programs. By addressing these challenges, you can create a more equitable and impactful compensation structure for your executives.
• Empowering executives with equity choice: Learn how to empower your executives with greater flexibility and control over their equity compensation choices. This approach leads to higher executive satisfaction, improved retention rates, and better alignment with your corporate goals.
• Tax-efficient charitable giving: Explore tax-efficient strategies that enable executives to maximize their charitable contributions while optimizing their financial planning. This knowledge equips executives to support causes they care about while making informed financial decisions.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.5*

Field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Levels: O
Delivery method: Group live
Advanced preparation: None

CEP Continuing Education (CE) credit:1.25 credits

Please visit our Continuing Education and Event Policies pages for more information.

Delve into the dynamic world of global executive compensation trends, with a spotlight on the role played by equity compensation. Explore how these trends align with your organization's objectives and challenges, including talent attraction and retention, program management, and plan design.

Key learning points:

• Strategies for attracting and retaining top global executive talent through equity compensation.
• Effective program management and implementation considerations.
• Leveraging equity compensation in plan design to align with global executive compensation trends.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.5*

Field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Levels: O
Delivery method: Group live
Advanced preparation: None

CEP Continuing Education (CE) credit:1.25 credits

Please visit our Continuing Education and Event Policies pages for more information.