Global equity programs bring complex reporting obligations that touch multiple stakeholders throughout the plan lifecycle—from implementation to plan termination or conversion in an M&A context. This session brings together legal experts, corporate issuers, and a financial institution representative to unpack these requirements, offering insight into how companies manage reporting duties across jurisdictions while maintaining compliance and governance standards.
 

Panelists will share practical approaches for handling regulatory and market transparency obligations, addressing evolving requirements, and mitigating risks tied to non-compliance. Attendees will gain actionable guidance on establishing oversight, managing cross-border reporting, and ensuring alignment with both global and local obligations, including indirectly related regulations like the EU Pay Transparency Directive.


KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Understanding the full scope of reporting obligations tied to global equity programs.
  • Best practices for managing compliance effectively across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Strategies for maintaining oversight and mitigating risks of reporting failures.
Speaker/Author

Jeff Bauman, Baker McKenzie (US)
Melanie Anderson, Atlassian (US)
Simona Paduraru, Google (US)
Corey Slagle, Emerson  (US)

Event date
Wednesday, 22 Apr 2026, 10:45 - 11:45
Country
Breakout series
Location
JW Grand Salon 2
Field of Study
Specialized Knowledge
Level
I