Join us for a dynamic session that sheds light on the thriving startup landscapes in both Germany and Spain. Berlin consistently ranks among the top three startup cities in Europe, while Madrid and Barcelona secure coveted spots in the top 10. In this enlightening presentation, we will explore how both countries have recently upgraded their regulatory frameworks to support the creation and growth of startups.

The expert panel will provide invaluable insights into implementing your equity strategy across the transition in both countries. Discover how the Spanish Act to Promote the Startup Ecosystem, enacted in 2023, has revolutionized the regulatory landscape to support startups, and compare it to the German startup ecosystem.

This session is a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of startup-friendly policies in Germany and Spain and equip yourself with the knowledge to thrive in two of Europe's most dynamic startup ecosystems.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

• Startup ecosystem comparison: Gain a deep understanding of the startup ecosystems in Germany and Spain, and learn why Berlin is a top contender. Explore the factors that contribute to the success of these cities.
• Navigating equity vehicles: Understand the intricate landscape of equity vehicles, spanning both private and public markets, and gain insights into their significance for startups in both countries.
• Evolution of equity guidelines: Explore the evolving equity guideline framework, tracing its journey from the private sector to the public domain in both Germany and Spain, and grasp its implications for your startup's growth trajectory.
• Global equity roll-out: Dive into market data and practical perspectives on executing a global equity strategy, ensuring you're well-prepared for international expansion, with a specific focus on Germany and Spain.

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

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This insightful session offers a step-by-step guide to securing shareholder approval for new or amended equity plans. Gain essential insights on the recommended timeline, project plan, and key stakeholder roles. 

Key learning points:

- Navigating key developments: Stay informed about the latest developments affecting equity plans and the shareholder approval process, including proxy advisor and institutional shareholder voting policies.

- Best practices and compliance: Discover best practices and essential updates for equity plans in light of recent legal, tax, and governance changes, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.

- Effective communication and execution: Learn strategies for effectively communicating material plan changes to executives and gaining board buy-in. Explore proxy disclosure considerations, including addressing potential stockholder risks. Additionally, delve into unique considerations related to ESPP approval and post-shareholder approval action items that demand attention.

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.