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When Is Translation Required for Award Documents?Aug 25, 2022
A new ruling in Quebec may require translation of equity award documents, plus we review other language requirements to be aware of around the world and offer best practices for translations of stock plan communications (required or voluntary). -
Trends in ESPP Policies and ParticipationAug 4, 2022
Highlights from our recent pulse survey on ESPP policies, including typical deadlines for enrollment and withdrawals, extension of ESPPs to worldwide employee populations, and what practices correlate with higher participation rates. -
Stock Options and Drug CartelsAug 2, 2022
Can companies use equity awards to pay for goods as well as services? We look at an episode in the TV show Ozark to answer this question and discuss some of the considerations that apply. -
Transferring Employer National Insurance Contributions due on Equity Awards in the United Kingdom to EmployeesJul 22, 2022
With the introduction of a new Health and Social Care ("HSC") Levy in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2022, we revisit a unique aspect of granting equity awards to employees in the UK: the ability to shift the employer's responsibility for paying National Insurance contributions ("NICs") on equity award income to the employees who receive the awards. -
Best Practices for Communicating Mobility TaxationJul 14, 2022
Explaining multi-jurisdictional taxation to mobile employees can be challenging. Marlene Zobayan of Rutlen Associates offers some best practices to help with this task. -
Taking a Look at Outset Medical's New Cashless ESPPJul 7, 2022
One company’s decision to offer a cashless participation feature in their ESPP. -
The SEC’s Guidance on Spring-Loaded Equity AwardsJun 23, 2022
Highlights from our podcast episode with Takis Makridis from Equity Methods on SAB 120, how it affects equity award valuation, and mitigation strategies. -
Career Spotlight: Twilio's Christine ZwerlingJun 7, 2022
For this career spotlight, I caught up with Christine Zwerling, Director of Global Stock Plan Administration at Twilio. We talked about her career in equity compensation, including her role in Twilio's DEI initiatives and the NASPP’s DEI Task Force. -
New Developments in Australian Tax and Securities Laws for Equity AwardsMay 24, 2022
Recently, the Australian Parliament has enacted reforms to Australian tax and securities laws which will impact companies granting equity awards in Australia. This blog discusses these changes and their impact on equity awards. -
5 Things You’ll Learn from the Equity Administration SurveyMay 5, 2022
How is employee education evolving, policies governing trading windows, how companies manage mobility compliance, and two other trends you'll learn about in the 2022 Equity Administration Survey. -
Considerations for Equity Grants to International PEO WorkersApr 22, 2022
As companies expand into new jurisdictions, many use third-party employment entities like professional employer organizations ("PEOs"), to engage local workers. What challenges and unexpected risks do PEOs present for the company's equity programs? -
Eight Ways to Spring Clean Your Mobility ComplianceApr 14, 2022
Keep your mobility processes up to date and streamlined with these eight suggestions. -
Your Questions Answered About the New Naspp.comApr 5, 2022
We've got answers to popular questions about the new Naspp.com online experience. -
Impact of Russian Sanctions on Equity Compensation and Potential Lessons to be LearnedMar 30, 2022
Amid war and crisis in the Ukraine caused by the Russian invasion, multinational businesses face decisions on the continuation of business in these countries. What's the impact on equity compensation plans in light of sanctions and counter-measures? -
Is Your Company’s Equity Program a Glass Ceiling?Mar 24, 2022
Your pay equity analysis should look at which employees are able to advance. Equity awards may be an important component in that assessment. -
The New NASPP.com: Navigating Online Resources for Stock CompensationMar 15, 2022
The NASPP has a new online experience. Find out how to get your bearings for key aspects of the site in 10 minutes or less. -
A Better Way to Calculate VolatilityMar 10, 2022
Most companies use closing prices to calculate historical stock price volatility. It turns out that this might be a mistake. The blog entry explains why. -
4 Reasons Mega Grants Are ProblematicMar 3, 2022
Mega grants are flashy and newsworthy—but do they make sense? Here are four reasons we don’t think so. -
Clawback Updates: Freeze of Unvested Awards in the UK and Potential for Final Clawback Regulations in the USMar 2, 2022
A vesting freeze of a former executive's stock awards in the United Kingdom lays groundwork for a potential clawback. In the U.S., recent actions by the SEC suggest that clawback rules may be finalized in 2022. -
A Career in Compensation and DiversityFeb 24, 2022
Dana Hall shares her path from human resources major and intern to compensation professional. Plus her work to promote diversity at Designer Brands and the NASPP.