In today's fast-paced regulatory environment, staying on top of disclosure rules related to executive compensation and performance metrics is crucial for businesses. Our session will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the latest updates and requirements for Pay vs. Performance disclosure rules, including the SEC's interpretations issued after companies had completed their first disclosure. We will explore how these regulations impact corporate governance and the overall transparency of compensation practices. We'll also look at the most prevalent company selected metrics, and shareholder and other stakeholders’ reaction to the disclosures. This session will share invaluable insights into ensuring compliance and effectively communicating the alignment of pay with performance. Don't miss the opportunity to hear our experts' take on lessons learned, what this means for your company, and how to streamline compliance with these regulations going forward, based on the latest interpretations of the disclosure rules.
Terry Adamson, Partner
Terry is a Partner at Infinite Equity and has advised thousands of public and private companies with regard to equity design, rewards strategies, and share management. Terry was formerly on the FASB Round Table on Employee Share Options, and on the Executive Advisory Committee of the NASPP. Terry currently serves on the Advisory Board of the CEP (as Chair-Elect) and is the Chairperson of the Society of Actuaries taskforce on stock option valuation. Terry is known as one of the premier experts on Performance Share programs, specifically Relative TSR plans. Terry earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Georgetown University. Terry is a Fellow of Global Equity (FGE) and a Certified Equity Professional (CEP) and is based in Philadelphia.
Ryan Ross, Managing Director
Ryan is a Managing Director at Infinite Equity, where he helps companies design, value, account for, and track their equity programs. Ryan specializes in the valuation of complex awards requiring Monte Carlo simulation and assisting companies to navigate stock-based compensation accounting. Ryan most recently worked in an equity compensation consulting role from 2014 to 2023, where he served as an Associate Partner and the Western US Practice Leader. Ryan frequently speaks on a wide variety of equity compensation topics across the US. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a specialization in Financial Markets from Washington State University and is a Certified Equity Professional and a Fellow of Global Equity. Ryan is based in Denver.