Executive compensation is under increasing scrutiny from investors, proxy advisors, and governance stakeholders—particularly during annual general meetings. This panel brings together experienced practitioners to examine the evolving executive pay landscape, including shareholder activism, board dynamics, and rising expectations around transparency and accountability. 

The panel will share practical strategies for engaging boards and compensation committees, aligning equity programs with performance and ESG priorities, and preparing for activist challenges. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to strengthen governance practices and confidently navigate investor and stakeholder expectations.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Identify key trends shaping executive compensation, including investor priorities, proxy advisor influence, and emerging regulatory expectations.
• Learn practical approaches for partnering with boards and compensation committees to design equity programs that align with performance goals and governance standards.
• Gain strategies to anticipate, respond to, and manage shareholder activism—particularly in the AGM context—while maintaining credibility and trust.