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Cash or RSUs? Boeing Scraps Pay Increases in Favor of RSUs for 2021Dec 17, 2020
In a move that conserves cash and delivers value via stock compensation, Boeing opts to give RSUs in lieu of pay increases for 2021. -
5 Trends in Stock Ownership GuidelinesDec 15, 2020
Key trends in stock ownership guidelines, including who they apply to, how much stock must be owned, and what equity arrangements count towards ownership levels. Also, ways to mitigate the impact of stock price volatility on executives who must comply with ownership guidelines. -
The Value of Financial Wellness Benefits in Times of TurmoilDec 10, 2020
A study by UBS Workplace Wealth Solutions provides insights into how employees perceive financial wellness programs. -
SEC Proposes Updates to Form S-8Dec 8, 2020
Under a new SEC proposal, companies could file a single Form S-8 that covers all their stock plans. Here's a summary of the proposal. -
Accounting for Accelerating Service Conditions of Performance AwardsDec 3, 2020
How to account for the waiver/removal of service conditions from a performance award in connection with termination of employment--explained in fewer than 75 words. -
Are IPO Lockup Periods Negotiable? Maybe.Nov 24, 2020
With the emergence of direct listing and other alternatives to IPO, some underwriters are conceding to early-release provisions in post-IPO lockup agreements. -
5 Ways COVID-19 Is Affecting Equity Plans (and 1 Way It Isn’t)Nov 10, 2020
Many stock prices have recovered since the February crash but companies are still considering changes to their equity programs in response to current economic volatility. Here's what they are doing (and one thing they aren't). -
5 Things to Know About New 1099-NEC for NonemployeesNov 3, 2020
Stock compensation income for nonemployees is now reported on the new Form 1099-NEC. Learn 5 things to know about this change. -
How to Ensure Your Grant Procedures Are Scrutiny-ProofOct 27, 2020
The day after a company grants stock options, its stock increases by 1000%. Was it luck or manipulation? And how can you ensure your company isn't the subject of blog entries like this? -
3 Things for Your Year-End ChecklistOct 22, 2020
Three things you don't want to overlook in planning for 2020 year-end. -
5 Trends in Stock Plan Administration Staffing and PracticesOct 15, 2020
Does stock plan administration have a home? This and four other trends from the NASPP/Deloitte Consulting 2020 Domestic Stock Plan Administration Survey. -
Trends: 2020 Aggregate Share-Based CompensationOct 13, 2020
FW Cook publishes their 2020 report on Aggregate Share-Based Compensation, highlighting share usage trends for 300 sampled companies. -
Optimizing Equity Awards in a Down MarketOct 8, 2020
Insights into creative accounting approaches companies can use to restore broken incentives and insulate against future market shockwaves. -
A Tale of Three Employee Education ProgramsSep 30, 2020
How Nvidia, Cisco, and Nike are taking participant stock plan education to the next level! -
Using Data for Better Employee Retention: 5 Things to KnowSep 21, 2020
How you can use employee data that you already have to make better decisions about equity awards. -
7 More Things to Know About the Payroll Tax HolidaySep 17, 2020
Are your US payroll taxes taking a holiday? Here are seven things to know about it. -
5 Seconds, 5 Nuggets to Transform Your LifeSep 15, 2020
Learn how to dramatically impact your work and life in just 5 seconds. Plus, additional insights on how to elevate your visibility within your organization and avoid derailment of priorities. -
5 Insights from a NASCAR Champion on Conquering FearSep 4, 2020
What can a NASCAR champion (2x!) teach us about conquering fear? Insights from Julia Landauer will teach you how to overcome that which terrifies you the most. -
Next Level! 5 Takeways from the NASPP Conference Opening KeynoteSep 1, 2020
It’s not often that poetry and stock compensation come together, but when they do, it’s at the NASPP Conference. Barbara Baksa offers a few takeaways from the opening keynote. Also, witness the start of her career in sketch comedy. -
Leading Gender Equity Transformation in Executive and Equity CompensationAug 20, 2020
Learn how to lead the process of transforming gender equity in stock compensation within your organization.