Why Give Front-Loaded Equity?
How one-time multiyear performance awards can revitalize a pay plan. Read more
Compensation Philosophy & Programs
Browse the latest articles on pay philosophy, including articles on pay prominance, strategic valuation of pay, talent retention methods, framing the compensation discussion and analysis (CD&A) portion of the proxy statement, and non-direct compensation matters such as SERPs and employee benefits.
Board Oversight of Gender Pay Equity
Questions and guidance for directors. Read more
Investors Want More Human Capital Oversight
Time for directors to oversee “the most important asset.” Read more
5 Steps for Tying Executive Compensation to Sustainability
There are five steps to designing sustainability incentives that effectively address myriad challenges. Read more
Executive Pay As a Tool to Advance Diversity Efforts
We address four critical action items to consider when setting up and executing D&I-linked compensation programs. Read more
The Tough Love of Payout Discretion
Should you exercise discretion to pare back some of the executives’ annual bonuses? Read more
Economic Value Added Makes a Comeback
With well-thought-out education to advance literacy, people right down to the front lines can be taught the basics of EVA. Read more
Managing Exec Comp in Emerging Growth Companies
An EGC's newly public status presents opportunities and challenges to design and communicate pay programs. Read more