This session will demonstrate how generative AI can make share plans smarter and more efficient. You’ll see a live demo of the tools already in use to improve the experience for plan participants, compensation committees, shareholders, and administrators alike.

Practical examples will cover how AI can assist in plan design, communication, disclosure, and more. Discover how generative AI tools can generate ideas, improve clarity, and offer instant expertise. We’ll also discuss how to address privacy and confidentiality concerns when using AI tools.

The session will feature Clarita, the internal chatbot of specialty chemicals manufacturer Clariant. Launched in 2023, Clarita has become an invaluable resource, used daily by over 1,000 employees.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Explore how generative AI can streamline share plan design and communication to improve efficiency.
• Discuss real-world applications of AI tools to enhance clarity, reduce complexity, and drive engagement in share plans.
• Share best practices for managing privacy and confidentiality when integrating AI tools into equity compensation processes.

Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and equity compensation in this engaging session. As ChatGPT evolves, this session questions whether AI can match human expertise in this field.

Join this roundtable session as equity compensation experts critique ChatGPT's responses, examining its handling of scenarios like stock options, restricted stock units, and performance shares through live demonstrations and discussions.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Evaluate ChatGPT’s capabilities in equity compensation, identifying its strengths and limitations through live demonstrations.
• Exchange insights on practical applications of AI in managing stock options, restricted stock units, and performance shares, drawing from shared experiences.
• Discuss the future of AI in finance and compensation roles, exploring how it might reshape the equity compensation landscape and influence professional practices.

As global stock plan administration grows more complex, advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are becoming essential tools for enhancing efficiency, reducing errors, and maintaining compliance. This session will delve into practical applications of AI-driven tools and automation, focusing on real-world experiences from leading issuers.

Attendees will gain actionable insights into streamlining stock plan administration, improving both corporate and employee experiences, and preparing their operations for the future.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Collaborate with peers to uncover practical strategies for leveraging AI and automation to simplify stock plan administration.
• Exchange ideas on how to effectively integrate automation tools into existing frameworks and address potential challenges.
• Discuss emerging trends in AI and automation and brainstorm innovative ways to prepare for the future of stock plan management.

Since its establishment in 1993, the Czech Republic has seen significant changes in equity compensation. Our panelists, who began their careers around that time, will discuss the evolution of accounting, tax, and regulatory legislation, and their impact on common equity plan practices. We will also explore how employee expectations and corporate practices have evolved. The session will conclude with a look at current and future trends, including the effects of the global talent war, technological advancements, and corporate ownership on equity compensation.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Understanding the global evolution of equity compensation and its regulatory impacts.
• Exploring how employee expectations and corporate practices have shaped equity plans.
• Considering the future of equity compensation in light of global talent trends and technological changes.