The 19th Annual NASPP Conference

November 2-4, 2011
San Francisco
Workshop Descriptions

Say-on-Pay Workshop Conference

Say-on-Pay: The Proxy Advisors Speak

Featuring key representatives from the top proxy advisory firms in the United States, this session will provide critical updates on proxy advisor policies and hot button issues relating to executive compensation. (Levels II and III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Carol Bowie, ISS
• Bob McCormick, Glass Lewis

(Double session with "How to Work with ISS & Glass Lewis: Navigating the Say-on-Pay Minefield")

How to Work with ISS & Glass Lewis: Navigating the Say-on-Pay Minefield

This veteran panel will feature a variety of perspectives—issuer, proxy solicitor, and compensation consultant—on how to make sure your executive pay passes muster with the leading proxy advisors. (Levels II and III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Rhonda Brauer, Georgeson
• Art Crozier, Innisfree M&A
• Jim Kroll, Towers Watson
• Christoph Pereira, General Electric

(Double session with "Say-on-Pay: The Proxy Advisors Speak")

Putting Your Best Foot Forward: How to Ensure Your Pay Practices Pass

Hear from experienced compensation consultants on key strategies and fixes for executive compensation. (Levels II and III, CPE Field of Study — Personnel/HR)

• Donna Anderson, T. Rowe Price Associates
• Myrna Hellerman, Sibson Consulting
• Mike Kesner, Deloitte Consulting
• James Kim, Frederic W. Cook & Co.

Say-on-Pay: Director (and HR Head) Perspectives

A panel of directors speak frankly about their first year's experience with Say-on-Pay and what they would change—or not—next year. (Levels II and III, CPE Field of Study — Personnel/HR)

(Double session with "Failed Say-on-Pay? Lessons Learned from the Front")

Failed Say-on-Pay? Lessons Learned from the Front

Failed Say-on-Pay votes reached well into double digits in this year's proxy season. Learn from the mistakes that led to these failed proposals in this not-to-be-missed session. (Levels II and III, CPE Field of Study — Personnel/HR)

• Jayme Collins, Monsanto
• James Kim, Frederic W. Cook & Co.
• Eric Marquardt, Pay Governance

(Double session with "Say-on-Pay: Director (and HR Head) Perspectives")

Say-on-Pay: Best Ideas for Putting It All Together

The final session of "The Say-on-Pay Workshop Conference" will summarize key ideas presented throughout the day to provide strategies for approaching next year's executive pay packages and Say-on-Pay votes.

• Ken Bertsch, Society of Corporate Secretaries & Governance Professionals
• Carol Bowie, ISS
• Michelle Edkins, BlackRock
• Robbi Fox, Exequity
• Mike Kesner, Deloitte Consulting
• Bob McCormick, Glass Lewis

Latest Legislative & Regulatory Developments

Today's Hottest Topics in Stock Compensation

From rigorous new legislation to cutting-edge trends in compensation design, every year brings a host of late-breaking developments impacting stock plans. This session, featuring key thought leaders, will cover the latest hot topics in stock compensation. To ensure that the session is as timely and relevant as possible, the actual topics to be covered and the panelists will not be announced until shortly before the Conference. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Business Law)

The IRS Speaks

Featuring key IRS speakers, this session will focus on difficult issues that have arisen during the past year with respect to new tax laws, regulations and changes in government positions. The panelists will discuss recent developments, including reporting requirements for equity plans, new, more restrictive rules for executive compensation paid by certain entities, and NQDC law changes. In addition, this session will focus on how problems can be solved as companies discover that errors have been made, either through self-correction or voluntary disclosure to the IRS. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Stephen Tackney, IRS
• Elizabeth Drigotas, Deloitte Tax
• Deborah Walker, Deloitte Tax

Are You Ready to Rumble? The IRS Executive Compensation Examination Program

The IRS is one year into a large-scale audit of executive compensation—consisting of company audits that the IRS has acknowledged to be "invasive." Our veteran panel will highlight what the IRS is looking for, which companies are being selected for audit, how the IRS is enforcing the examination process, and what you should be doing now to prepare for an exam. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Boyd Brown, Intel
• Andrew Gibson, BDO USA
• Mary Hevener, Morgan Lewis & Bockius

Did It Pass? Understanding Shareholder Voting Issues

Confused about voting requirements? This primer on shareholder voting will explain the fundamentals, including voting rules and how to determine the quorum required, as well as how abstentions and broker non-votes play into these rules. You'll also learn about special voting requirements with respect to ISOs and Section 162(m), Blue Sky law requirements, and voting requirements under Say-on-Pay. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Business Law)

• Keith Bishop, Allen Matkins
• William Haubert, Richards, Layton & Finger
• Thomas Montrone, Eagle Rock Proxy Advisors
• Nancy Wojtas, Cooley

Section 16 and Rule 144 Considerations in Today's Market

Today's volatile market and media criticisms of executive compensation have heightened the importance of having spotless Section 16 and Rule 144 procedures. Hear the leading authorities on Section 16 and Rule 144 discuss evolving case law, news from the plaintiffs' bar, recent reporting developments, year-end gifts, and guidance from the SEC on these complex and highly visible areas of compliance. (Levels I, II, III. CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Robert Barron, Consultant
• Jesse Brill, NASPP
• Alan Dye, Hogan Lovells
• Peter Romeo, Hogan Lovells

Key International Updates and Action Plans

International regulations change at the speed of light; have your stock plans kept pace? This expert panel will cover key tax and legal changes around the world—as well as enforcement activity that may warrant immediate response—and provide you with a clear action plan of issues to consider and steps to take to address recent changes. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Amit Banker, Ernst & Young
• Edward Burmeister, Baker & McKenzie
• Valerie Diamond, Baker & McKenzie
• Cheryl Spielman, Ernst & Young

NASPP Question of the Week Goes Live!

Are you testing your equity compensation knowledge with the NASPP Question of the Week Challenge? Play along with the rest of the audience as the Question of the Week goes live! Whether you are new to the industry—or consider yourself a pro, you're sure to learn a lot. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR

• Barbara Richley, ETRADE Corporate Services

Cost-Basis Reporting for Stock Compensation

For the first time ever, Forms 1099-B issued in early 2012 will include cost-basis data for stock purchased this year, however the rules for cost-basis reporting for employee plans are confusing and may not always result in an accurately reported basis. Find out how to determine if Forms 1099-B issued to your employees will be accurate, what your responsibilities are, and how you should educate employees with this just-in-time session. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Derek Arisian, Wells Fargo
• Barbara Baksa, NASPP
• Andrew Schwartz, BNY Mellon Shareowner Services

Section 6039: Lessons Learned

With one year of Section 6039 reporting behind us, this panel will examine the experiences of four companies/practitioners—including two in-house panelists, one that managed their reporting responsibilities internally and another that used a third-party provider—to cull out key lessons learned and best practices for this year's filings. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Jessica Carbullido, Con-Way
• Christine McCarthy, Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe
• Ryan Strong , Fidelity Investments
• Lisa Tangen, 3M Company

Plan Design & Redesign

Extreme Makeover: Equity Plan Edition

How many companies considered a makeover for their equity plan in preparation for Say-on-Pay? How many should have? This session will take your stock plans from drab and outdated to the envy of your peer group. Our expert panel will explain how to create a simpler, sleeker and more refined program that is easier for all stakeholders to understand and your directors to administer. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Michael Andresino, Posternak Blankstein & Lund
• Irving Becker, Hay Group
• Stephen Coolbaugh, Jones Day
• Blair Jones, Semler Brossy Consulting

Risk Mitigation for Stock Compensation

With compensation risk management in the spotlight, companies are re-evaluating the risk mitigation features in their stock and incentive plans. Practices are clearly evolving relative to clawbacks, deferral features, holding period requirements, non-competes, use of discretion, and other risk mitigation features. This session will explain the numerous practical and technical considerations inherent in these features and include a practical checklist of key design considerations and administrative pointers. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Stephen Coolbaugh, Jones Day
• David Johnson, Consultant
• Paula Todd, Towers Watson

The Consultants Speak: Hot Topics in Executive Compensation

Hear candid guidance from the top consultants about where we have gone astray—and how to make the necessary fixes. These experienced experts will share straight talk on the latest issues, challenges, and best practices for executive compensation. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Francis Byrd, Laurel Hill Advisory Group
• Donald Delves, Delves Group
• Jannice Koors, Pearl Meyer & Partners
• Eric Marquardt, Towers Watson

Ten Common Performance-Based Equity Compensation Pitfalls

With increasing pressure to put the "performance" back into performance-based compensation, this session will focus on requirements and common pitfalls under Sections 409A and 162(m). The panel, which features a key IRS staffer, will identify "traps for the unwary" and use real-world examples to illustrate practical solutions for improving compliance and avoiding unintentional violations. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Stephen Tackney, IRS
• Elizabeth Buchbinder, Ernst & Young
• Catherine Creech, Ernst & Young
• Jeffrey Kroh, Groom Law Group

Taking the Difficulty Out of Setting Performance Goals

Limited line of sight and unforeseen obstacles impacting financial results make finding the right metrics for performance-based awards an uphill struggle. Find out how new market-based awards—such as relative total shareholder return and market stock unit plans—can solve these problems and learn about the design and accounting considerations key to a successful TSR or MSU program. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Jon Burg, Radford
• Gloria Estrada, Agilent Technologies
• Kathryn Neel, Frederic W. Cook & Co
• Susan Stemper, Biogen Idec

It's a Matter of Time(ing)

This presentation examines how long-term incentive delivery portfolios are being designed to create intricate matrices of payout timelines and delivery forms. These matrices respond to the hold-to-retirement and clawback demands of regulators and investors as well as management's pay-for-performance strategy, while ignoring the timing barriers traditionally associated with vesting and payout schedules, resulting in a powerful tool to drive business strategy. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Myrna Hellerman, Sibson Consulting Group
• Jonathan Minor, Sibson Consulting Group

Payback Time: Issues and Answers on Clawback Provisions

If your stock compensation isn't subject to a clawback provision now, we expect that it will be soon. Find out why clawback provisions are more and more popular and learn about fundamental design considerations—such as who should be subject to clawback provisions and for how long, use of discretion, and enforcement considerations. This session will also address the tax treatment of clawbacks for both the company and executives. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Rosina Barker, Ivins, Phillips & Barker
• Michael Melbinger, Winston & Strawn
• Mark Muedeking, DLA Piper US

The Leading Edge: Beyond Traditional Stock Plans

This session will highlight benefits of expanding your equity compensation programs beyond traditional vehicles. Our intrepid panel will explore ways in which companies are using cash-based plans and capped/max value SARs to replace or augment traditional plans, including key design and administrative considerations to think about before implementing these arrangements. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Bill Dunn, PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Eric Gee, Genworth Financial
• Brennan Latham, Fidelity Investments

(Double session with "Alternatives to Shareholder Approval: Tricks, Tips and Traps")

Alternatives to Shareholder Approval: Tricks, Tips and Traps

Public company listing rules require shareholder approval for all stock plans unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies. This workshop will describe how to stretch your stock plan reserve by maximizing these often misunderstood exceptions and will highlight creative and innovative arrangements that can be implemented within these exceptions. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Megan Arthur, Cooley
• Jennifer Drimmer, Exelixis

(Double session with "The Leading Edge: Beyond Traditional Stock Plans")

That's Impossible! Theory vs. Reality of Plan Design

Innovative ideas for plan design are not always cost effective for ongoing administration. Using a case-study approach, this presentation will discuss the most problematic plan features and suggest practical design alternatives. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Alan Nadel, Strategic Apex Group
• Martha Steinman, Dewey & LeBoeuf
• Daniel Walter, Performensation Consulting

(Double session with "It Seemed Like a Good Idea: Inadvertent Consequences of Common Practices")

It Seemed Like a Good Idea: Inadvertent Consequences of Common Practices

Certain well-intended plan provisions and administrative practices have inadvertent consequences for the unwary. This session covers common grant provisions and practices and the administrative headaches and regulatory deep-water that these "benefits” can create. If you are wading through these swirling waters without a paddle, this session will provide a life-raft of solutions and a safe paddling guidebook. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Chris Dohrmann, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
• Bernic Toy, Cisco
• Denise Vitale, EASi

(Double session with "That's Impossible! Theory vs. Reality of Plan Design")

Say-on-Pay: The New Roadmap for Equity Compensation

Say-on-Pay provides a strong incentive to re-examine equity awards—and the SEC's new upcoming pay-for-performance disclosure requirement will only increase the pressure. This session will look to paradigmatic companies from small, high-volatility technology companies to large, stable companies to examine how stock plans need to adapt to the post Say-on-Pay landscape. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Arthur Kohn, Cleary Gottlieb
• Peter Suzman, FAS123 Solutions
• Fred Whittlesey, Compensation Venture Group

Best Practices in Equity Compensation

Winning Shareholder Approval in the New Governance Environment

Gaining stock plan approval can be fraught with peril—it pays to know the pitfalls. This lively dialogue will cover the current governance environment, including the impact of Say-on-Pay on stock compensation. Our veteran panelists will discuss how to dialogue with shareholders, strategies for dealing with a negative recommendation from ISS and Glass Lewis, and hot button issues to address to ensure investor approval. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Business Law)

• Kelly Crean, Mercer
• Paul Gilles, Time Warner Cable
• Reid Pearson, Alliance Advisors
• Russell Posner, Marsh & McLennan

Death, Taxes and Senior Executives: Estate Planning and Retirement Programs

Everything you need to know about executive wealth management and retirement planning techniques, from the vocabulary you need to survive to sophisticated tax considerations, securities law and disclosure pitfalls, corporate governance concerns, and practical tips for working with executives' financial advisors. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Eddie Adkins, Grant Thornton
• John Provo, Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand
• Martin Rosenbaum, Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand
• William Thoms, UBS Financial Services

After the Gross-Up is Gone: Avoiding and Managing the 280G Excise Tax

With merger activity on the rise, understanding the excise tax under Section 280G is a critical skill. This session will explain how the tax works, why it is a growing problem for stock and executive compensation, why grossing up is no longer a strategy, and other alternatives to avoid or mitigate the excise tax now that the gross-up is gone. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Terry Adamson, Aon Hewitt
• David Schmidt, James F. Reda & Associates
• Laura Thatcher, Alston & Bird
• Laurence Wagman, Golden Parachute Tax Solutions

A Sensible Approach to Stock Ownership Guidelines

There is a lot of talk about imposing stock ownership guidelines on directors and executive officers. For those who are considering their design and implementation, here is some practical talk about common design features, what holdings should count, retention ratios, and what the institutions think. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• John Cannon, Shearman & Sterling
• Kenneth Laverriere, Shearman & Sterling
• Doreen Lilienfeld, Shearman & Sterling

(Double session with "Stock Ownership Guidelines: Towards the Achievable, Meaningful, and Manageable")

Stock Ownership Guidelines: Towards the Achievable, Meaningful, and Manageable

Successful share ownership guidelines must be of sound design, practicable, and supported by effective tracking and enforcement mechanisms. This panel will look at trends in design, as well as common issues and challenges for stock ownership guidelines, and discuss the most interesting tweaks and approaches companies are using to overcome these obstacles. The group will also focus on the administrative best practices to ensure that these programs stay on track. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Jennifer Namazi, Stock & Option Solutions
• Kristi Oberson, ProLogis
• Cimi Silverberg, Frederic W. Cook & Co.

(Double session with "A Sensible Approach to Stock Ownership Guidelines")

Oh No! Equity-Related Mistakes and How to Prevent and Fix Them

It's unavoidable—mistakes happen. Our veteran panel will focus on common stock plan mistakes and explain how to fix them—and how to prevent them. Some of the mistakes that will be addressed include issuing more shares than are registered or available under the plan, short-swing transactions, stock options expiring and awards vesting in a black-out period, an unexpected negative recommendation from ISS or Glass Lewis, 409A pitfalls, and more. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Matthew Johnson, Sidley Austin
• John Kelsh, Sidley Austin
• Richard Robbins, Morningstar

Avoiding and Correcting Fatal 409A Problems

Section 409A mistakes are among the most costly errors you can make with stock awards. This life-saving panel will review the relief available under the formal IRS corrections programs, which errors are correctable—and which aren't, outside-the-box fixes not expressly covered by the official correction programs, and, most important, best practices to avoid the whole 409A mess in the first place. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Daniel Hogans, Morgan Lewis & Bockius
• Michelle Lara, Cooley
• Alexander Lifson, Covidien
• Rebecca Peters, NVIDIA Corporation

Equity Compensation in Mergers and Acquisitions: Step-by-Step from Term Sheet to Close

This lively session will review everything you need to know about equity compensation in mergers and acquisitions from term sheet through due diligence, transaction close, and the aftermath. You'll learn key pitfalls to watch out for, such as the treatment of performance awards and 409A valuations, along with practical tips to ensure a smooth transition. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Terra Castaldi, Intel
• Wendy Davis, Cooley
• Blake Martell, Fenwick & West
• David Thomas, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Recurring Nightmare: Administering FICA Taxation of RSUs

RSU awards commonly become subject to FICA taxation before the awards are paid out (and before they become subject to federal income tax). Our tax-savvy panel will review the FICA tax nightmare and highlight ways to cope when FICA strikes early. Detailed examples will illustrate how alternatives for plan administration actually work in the real world. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Boyd Brown, Intel
• Douglas Patterson, Intel
• Andy Shulman, Freddie Mac

(Double session with "Social Security Tax Compliance for Stock Compensation")

Social Security Tax Compliance for Stock Compensation

This presentation will review Social Security taxation of stock compensation from an international perspective. Our seasoned panel will review the basic application of social security taxation and benefits, discuss global social security taxation, international social security agreements and the complications faced by employers and employees when those employees work in multiple countries during the vesting period of their awards. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Andrew Gewirtz, KPMG
• Ed Kennedy, KPMG

(Double session with "Recurring Nightmare: Administering FICA Taxation of RSUs")

The Buck Stops Here (Unless, of Course, It Stops Somewhere Else)

Go beyond the basics in mobility tracking with this advanced session! Using a case study approach, our cosmopolitan panel will examine option and RSUs transactions by globally mobile employees, digging into the employee's tax liability, requirements for withholding and remittance of tax, corporate tax accounting and deductions, and subsidiary expense allocation and true-ups. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Taxes)

• Jennifer Baehr, OptionEase
• Kate Forsyth, Deloitte Tax
• Jim McBride, AST Equity Plan Solutions
• Marlene Zobayan, Rutlen Associates

Accounting, Auditing and Controls

Diluted Dilemmas: Understanding and Solving Complexities in Diluted EPS

Diluted EPS is by far the most scrutinized number in earnings releases, yet the EPS denominator remains shrouded in mystery to many. This panel will explain this complex calculation, then dive into advanced considerations, such as restricted stock awards, performance awards, options assumed in an acquisition, and repriced options. The panel will highlight common mistakes and provide tips on how to avoid them. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Accounting)

• Elizabeth Dodge, Stock & Option Solutions
• Ruth Doyle, UBS Financial Services
• Takis Makridis, Equity Methods
• Winny Van Veeren, Vanveeren Consulting

Tax Accounting Troubles and Solutions

Just when you thought it was safe to close the books on your deferred tax assets, the auditors have begun calling companies to the carpet to justify their tax accounting entries and balances. This expert panel will cover the most common pitfalls in stock plan tax accounting and offer suggestions on how to solve them and get the numbers you and your auditors need—with less effort and greater accuracy. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Accounting)

• Josfa Allmen, Verigy
• Elizabeth Dodge, Stock & Option Solutions
• Ellie Kehmeier, Creekview Consulting

(Double session with "Indecent Disclosures: Polishing and Perfecting Disclosures under ASC 718")

Indecent Disclosures: Polishing and Perfecting Disclosures under ASC 718

Are your stock plan disclosures too much, not enough, or just right? Find out with this panel, which will translate the disclosures required under ASC 718 into plain English and provide examples of right and wrong disclosures. You'll leave with sample language that you can use as a basis for your own financial statement footnotes. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Accounting)

• Elizabeth Dodge, Stock & Option Solutions
• Bill Dunn, PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Barbara Richley, ETRADE Corporate Services

(Double session with "Tax Accounting Troubles and Solutions")

Out on a Ledge: Stock Compensation, Journal Entries and the General Ledger

Debits, credits, APIC, and DTAs—this expert panel will demystify the journal entries necessary to record stock plan transactions in the general ledger for non-accounting professionals. You'll leave with an understanding of the accounting system, the five components of a journal entry, and when to use a debit vs. a credit—along with sample entries for common stock plan transactions. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Accounting)

• Danyle Anderson, NASPP
• Kevin Hassan, PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Danielle Kaneski, Deloitte & Touche
• Robyn Shutak, NASPP

Administration & Communication Practices

So You Think You Can RSU? Prove it!

How does your fancy footwork compare to "the professionals” at managing an RSU plan? Can your tax two-step keep time with the IRS remission requirements? Can your employee RSU communications cha cha? Does your tax payment method merengue? Many issuing companies struggled with their first releases last year and learned that the moves aren't as easy as they look! Join our expert panel to learn the latest steps that will keep your RSU program waltzing and your employees jiving with joy. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Tami Bohm, Radian Group
• Emily Cervino, CEP Institute
• Marilyn Pasquinelli, Gilead Sciences
• Laura Reis, Stock & Option Solutions

The Check's in the Mail: Tracking Down Transaction Proceeds

This panel will take a close look at what really happens to stock plan transaction proceeds after the trade executes, particularly for non-US employees. Our expert panel will discuss best practices for distributing proceeds, including interfacing with payroll, how to avoid delays, tax withholding complexities, currency conversion, electronic funds distribution, and dealing with local restrictions. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Rosalie Borzumato, CBS Corporation
• Nicholas Greenacre, White & Case
• Brian Penzel, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
• Jewon Wee, Independent Stock Plan Advisors

Maximizing Perceived Value of Equity Compensation

Are you really getting your money's worth from your stock plan? This session will examine how employees value stock compensation—it's no surprise that they don't use the Black-Scholes model—and what you can do to increase that perceived value and the company's ROI on its stock plans. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Personnel/HR)

• Suzanne Bentley, NVIDIA
• Brad Johnston, Johnston Group
• James Sillery, Buck Consultants
• Renee Trotta, Charles Schwab

Not-So-Stupid Equity Plan Questions: What Your Employees Are Really Asking

You've seen and heard it all from employees—but are you effectively using that feedback to improve your education programs? This session examines employee inquiries to reveal common misconceptions and gaps in participant knowledge, highlighting opportunities for more direct and targeted education. You'll learn exactly what employees are trying to tell you, ways to simplify complex topics, and methods for getting through to your employees more effectively. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Communications)

• Nancy Dartez, Prometheus Laboratories
• Pam Ellis, Solium Capital
• James Humza, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
• Joel Rudin, UBS Financial Services

How to Speak Generation Y: Adapting Stock Plan Education for Today's Technology

Did you know that 47% of Generation Y prefers to access the internet through their mobile phones rather than computers? Your tried and true, 50-page FAQ doesn't reach this new generation of employees; learn how to adapt to a hand-held world with this cutting-edge session. Our tech-savvy panel will discuss current and future trends in communication technology and illustrate how to modify existing white mail communications for mobile devices—without losing important content. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Communications)

• Summer Day, Nike
• Ruth McAllister, BNY Mellon Shareowner Services
• Billy Vitense, Starbucks

(Double session with "The Deja View: Game-Changing Technologies for Stock Plan Administration")

The Deja View: Game-Changing Technologies for Stock Plan Administration

In the new era of smaller is better, what's next for stock plan technology? Our tech-savvy panelists will review the advances to date—what's optional, what's required and what's still yet to come. Learn how smartphones, tablet PCs, iPads, the cloud, data warehousing, dashboard driving—and other technologies—are changing stock plan administration. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• John Hammond, AST Equity Plan Solutions
• Kimberly Kovacs, OptionEase
• Chris Steffen, Kroll Factual Data
• Edwin Yuen, Microsoft

(Double session with "How to Speak Generation Y: Adapting Stock Plan Education for Today's Technology")

Security Breach: Making Sure Employee Data Is Safe

Are you taking steps to protect employee data? Safeguarding sensitive stock plan data protects your company and your employees and is just plain good business. This session will explore critical security lessons and best practices to safeguard data, with a focus on antifraud procedures, authentication requirements, data suppression, and employee data management procedures. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Jon Doyle, International Law Partners
• Craig Rubino, ETRADE Corporate Services
• Jewon Wee, Independent Stock Plan Advisors

(Double session with "Take a Tip from the Boy Scouts: Be Prepared with a Disaster Recovery Plan")

Take a Tip from the Boy Scouts: Be Prepared with a Disaster Recovery Plan

Learn how to plan for all types of disasters, from wide-scale power outages to unexpected natural disasters. Our expert panel will discuss the components of a disaster recovery plan, including assessing recovery priorities, and will provide examples of actual recovery plans—along with lessons learned. You'll also receive a worksheet to help you analyze your own business needs and disaster preparedness. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Dan Ferretti, Campbell Soup
• Barbara Rabinowitz, UBS Financial Services
• David Sarabacha, Deloitte & Touche

(Double session with "Security Breach: Making Sure Employee Data Is Safe")

Everything Excel

In this boot-camp session, industry experts will reveal how to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently to maximize Excel's potential. Panelists will also highlight ways to get your spreadsheets "under control" in an internal controls environment. Spreadsheet junkies—this is one workout you don't want to miss! (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Rachel Murillo, E*Trade Corporate Services
• Robyn Shutak, NASPP

Mastering ESPP and RSU Withholding Outside the United States

This session will take on the challenging topic of withholding taxes for non-US employees participating in ESPP and RSU programs. You'll learn about the relevant taxable events, potential methods of collecting tax payments, tax reporting requirements, and how to work with your broker to implement an effective solution. (Levels I, II, III, CPE Field of study — Business Law)

• Narendra Acharya, Baker & McKenzie
• Jennifer Kirk, Baker & McKenzie
• Mathew Roberts, Fidelity Investments
• Billy Vitense, Starbucks Coffee Company

Did You Get the Memo? Moving Global Alerts Out of Your Inbox and Into Your Daily Procedures

How do you translate the mountain of information on changing international laws into practical procedures that promote ongoing global compliance? This session will highlight how three companies adapt to regulatory changes, including how to assess risk and compliance activity, allocate budget, balance local demands with administrative constraints, and effectively manage time. Come prepared to hear our panelists' creative solutions and share your own real-world experience. (Levels II, III, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Veena Bhatia, Gilead Sciences
• Tracy de Swiet, ISP Advisors
• Sorrell Johnson, Avago Technologies
• Jacobin Zorin, Verigy

Simplify Administration Using New Technology

This session will bring you up to date with recent advances in administrative tools by featuring the top ten ways new technology can help you solve common plan administration challenges, save you time and money, and increase your overall efficiency. You'll learn how to work faster, increase productivity, and make fewer mistakes. (Levels I, II, CPE Field of study — Administrative Practice)

• Jennifer Baehr, Option Ease
• Keyoor Mankad, My Equity Comp
• Mike Reinschmidt, Accenture
• Jean Wong, Apple