6.5 Essential equity plan numbers to have at your fingertips

Stock plan administrators often face the challenge of urgent requests from leadership, creating a sense of dread. This session, led by experts including a world-leading life sciences issuer and seasoned administration providers, aims to alleviate this by focusing on crucial figures. Applicable to both Private and Public companies the panel will decipher these figures, gaining insights into their derivation, interest groups, and relevance. The session also delves into the current market and tech labor force volatility, exploring their influence on these essential figures.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Defining and understanding the relevance of available shares
  • Exploring key metrics and their impact on equity plans
  • Unveiling insights into usage patterns and planning

 

CPE CREDIT: 1.0
Field of study: Accounting
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.

Speaker/Author

Elena Thomas, OptionTrax
Noone Janigian, Thermofisher Scientific
Ken Lockett, OptionTrax

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 15:25 - 16:15
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 3

6.4 Optimizing global equity plans for talent retention and an employee-centric workforce

A comprehensive exploration led by an expert panel, dissecting the complexities of equity compensation programs across diverse regions. Delve into the influential factors guiding the offering of tax-qualified plans in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Hear firsthand from two issuing companies as they uncover the regulatory and tax considerations specific to each jurisdiction and share their decision-making processes and strategies for communicating equity compensation programs across countries. Assess the current participation scenario and gain valuable perspectives as the panel discuss future changes they are contemplating.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Explore the factors shaping tax-qualified plan offerings in diverse geographical areas
  • Uncover the unique intricacies of regulatory and tax considerations in each jurisdiction
  • Gain insights into clients' decision-making processes and explore anticipated future changes in equity compensation programs

 

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.

Speaker/Author

Zackary Crumpton, Computershare
Aimee Soodan, Baker McKenzie
Rachel Ulep, eBay
Fiona Doran, Computershare

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 15:25 - 16:15
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 2

5.5 Do androids dream of equity compensation? How AI will impact pay decisions

A transformative exploration of Artificial Intelligence's (AI) impact on pay decisions and equity awards, guided by insights from our expert panel. Discover the current global AI landscape and its evolution, differentiating between Traditional and Generative AI. Delve into how algorithms are reshaping decision-making for HR and Equity Comp professionals, illustrated through practical case studies like Moog. Uncover the collaborative benefits of human-AI interaction, understanding AI as a support mechanism that reduces administrative burdens and provides crucial data insights, thereby elevating stock plan administrators and enhancing overall user experience.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Gain insights into the current global AI landscape and its evolution
  • Explore the practical application of algorithms in reshaping decision-making processes
  • Understand the collaborative benefits of human-AI interaction, reducing administrative burdens and providing valuable data insights

 

CPE CREDIT: 1.0
Field of study: Information Technology
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.

Speaker/Author

Charles Russo, Computershare
Sean Trotman, Deloitte
Katie King, Moog
Adie Leung, FGE, Citi

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 14:00 - 15:00
Topic
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 3

5.3 Excellence in Global Share Plans: An award-winner update

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.

Speaker/Author

Liz Stoudt, Infinite Equity 
Deirdre Salisbury, Infinite Equity
Anabel Pichler, GlobalFoundries
Veena Bhatia, Atlassian
 

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 14:00 - 15:00
Topic
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 1

4.4 Equity plan data considerations and action plans for mergers and acquisitions

An expert panel, seasoned in navigating corporate transitions, will explore critical considerations of equity plans amid mergers, acquisitions, and spinoffs, such as the post-transaction treatment of outstanding awards, ensuring equity and managing excise tax exposure. Join them in unraveling key accounting and data intricacies, and discover actionable insights to sidestep administrative nightmares.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the seasoned experts as they share invaluable strategies for navigating the complex landscape of equity plans in corporate transformations.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Navigate the post-transaction treatment of outstanding equity awards
  • Ensure fairness in equity distribution during corporate restructuring
  • Manage and mitigate excise tax exposure effectively

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.

Speaker/Author

Michael Mauro, insightsoftware
Liz Stoudt, Infinite Equity
Sara Anderson, Thermofisher Scientific

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 12:45 - 13:45
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 2

3.4 Mastering equity financial reporting dynamics

Join our expert panel of financial reporting specialists as they dissect the nuanced landscape of equity compensation plan accounting. While the basics are rules-driven, complexities arise when managing global plans with dual reporting, diverse awards with cash and equity settlement options, varied performance conditions, participant movements impacting cost centers, and navigating tight reporting deadlines amidst multiple stakeholders. In this workshop, delve into the functional and practical processes employed by financial reporting specialists throughout the year. Uncover the top challenges in stock plan accounting and gain actionable insights into navigating these complexities effectively.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Explore strategies for dual reporting in global equity plans
  • Understand practical approaches for handling multiple awards with cash and equity settlement options, each with unique performance conditions
  • Learn practical ways to streamline reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and meeting tight deadlines in the midst of multi-stakeholder dynamics

 

CPE CREDIT: 1.0
Field of study: Accounting 
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.

Speaker/Author

Chris Dohrmann, FGE,  J.P. Morgan 
Mayura Arankalle, J.P. Morgan 
Susan Keiser, J.P. Morgan Corporate Finance

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 10:45 - 11:45
Plan type
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 2

3.3 Closing the gap: quantitative approaches to addressing gender pay disparities

A vital exploration of gender pay equity with our expert panel, presenting a joint perspective from Siemens Energy, hkp/// group, and the University of Goettingen. Beyond recognizing the importance of equal pay, our session provides a global and organizational lens, offering practical solutions to bridge gender pay gaps.

Join our panel to delve into the complexities, learn from real-world experiences, and empower yourself with practical strategies for fostering gender pay equity in your organization.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Gain insights into equitable strategies, blending Siemens Energy's internal perspectives and hkp/// group's external expertise.
  • Explore challenges in identifying and managing gender-related pay gaps, with a focus on Siemens Energy's detailed case study
  • Derive actionable lessons from Siemens Energy's field experiment, offering compensation experts strategies for implementing and sustaining equitable practices

 

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.

Speaker/Author

David Voggeser, hkp///group
Marc Myntermann, Siemens Energy
Julia Bartsch, Siemens Energy
Michael Wolff, University of Goettingen

Event date
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2024, 10:45 - 11:45
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 1

1.3 What's your issue?

Join our expert panel of industry leaders for a comprehensive discussion on the most formidable issuer challenges we've encountered in the equity realm. Dive into the "biggest and baddest" issues encompassing our firsthand experiences, participant perspectives, and optimal vendor response strategies when offering feedback. With diverse backgrounds spanning various business segments and extensive dealings with administration platforms, Transfer Agents, brokers, education resources, legal, payroll, valuation, and more, our panel provides a broad perspective. Gain insights into pain points encountered with domestic, international, and mobile populations.
 

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Explore challenges and best practices across various vendors, including administration platforms, Transfer Agents, brokers, and more
  •  Benefit from a wide-ranging perspective with experiences from different business segments and   interactions with domestic, international, and mobile populations
  • Learn how to provide constructive feedback to vendors, optimizing their response and enhancing overall issuer/vendor relationships

 

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.

Speaker/Author

Cherie Curry, FGE, Hilton Worldwide
Garry Devine, Amgen
Lamont Walker, Lyft
Rebecca Kargl, Zillow
Deirdre Salisbury, Infnite Equity

 

Event date
Tuesday, 9 Apr 2024, 15:15 - 16:15
Country
Breakout series
Location
Germantown 1
IN-PERSON CONFERENCE
8 April 2024, All day CDT
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION MATTERS - NASHVILLE
ECM
Executive plans
Global

This one-day event held the day before GEO's 25th Annual Conference brings together thought leaders and practitioners who will address the key issues and trends in global executive compensation, C-suite and Board priorities, and evolving business and broader societal issues.

 

NEWS
3 August 2023
THE CEO PAY GAP AND THE IMPACT OF AI
article

Allison Morrow

Executive pay
Trending now
Executive plans
USA

The article discusses a report from the AFL-CIO, highlighting the significant disparity between CEO and median worker pay, even though CEO pay decreased slightly. The report reveals that the average CEO compensation in S&P 500 companies was $16.7 million, the second-highest level recorded, with 2021 having the highest at $18.3 million. The decline in CEO pay was not proportional to the drop in stock prices, which raises concerns about the fairness of their compensation.The article also touches on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on this pay gap. The AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer expresses concern that unchecked AI adoption could exacerbate economic inequality and job insecurity. CEOs are incorporating AI into their businesses without sufficient safeguards for workers or worker input, potentially leading to increased inequality. The labor movement emphasizes the importance of workers having a say in how AI is implemented, especially considering concerns over AI-generated content and ownership of workers' digital replicas. The article underscores the need for greater transparency and fairness in executive compensation and AI integration to avoid exacerbating existing disparities.

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