Hot Topics in Equity Compensation: Trivia Challenge
Think you’re up to date on the latest equity compensation developments? Put your knowledge to the test in this fast-paced, interactive trivia session covering key developments affecting stock plans. Teams will compete to answer questions on topics including SEC enforcement activity, insider trading enforcement, Rule 10b5-1 usage, ISS equity plan policy updates, Section 83(b) election changes, IRS reporting developments, and emerging trends in plan design and administration.
Expect practical insights, friendly competition, and a lively learning experience designed to help you stay current on the issues shaping equity compensation today. And yes—there will be prizes, including the Swindle family’s famous chocolate chip cookies!
Summer Briefing: New Developments in Global Share Plans
As summer unfolds and the pace shifts, it’s an ideal moment to take stock and refresh your approach. Join us for a summer-themed session where we’ll explore the latest developments in global equity laws—helping ensure your share plans remain compliant, competitive, and aligned with evolving market practices. Baker McKenzie attorneys Brian Wydajewski and Tulsi Karamchandani will lead a discussion covering recent legislative updates, key compliance considerations, and practical strategies for managing equity plans across both domestic and international landscapes. Think of it as a summer reset for your incentive programs, offering actionable insights to help you stay ahead.
Soak up the insights and leave with a clearer, more confident path forward for the months ahead.
Agenda
10:30 – 11:00 am Networking before presentations
11:00 – 1 pm Announcements, Presentation and Trivia!
1:00 – 2:30 pm Roundtable Discussion
PRESENTERS
Tommy Swindle, CEP, NDEF
Director of Content and Communities, NASPP
Tommy leads NASPP’s content strategy, educational programming, and chapter network. He oversees the development of high-quality, multi-format learning resources tailored to equity compensation professionals and provides strategic support to NASPP’s nationwide chapters to strengthen community engagement. He also drives cross-functional collaboration to enhance the member experience and elevate NASPP\'s brand visibility.
With nearly 20 years of experience in equity compensation, Tommy’s background includes stock plan administration, financial reporting, product development, training, and industry engagement. He holds a B.B.A. in Finance from Middle Tennessee State University and is a Certified Equity Professional (CEP). In 2023, he was named a NASPP Distinguished Equity Fellow (NDEF). A frequent speaker at leading industry events. Tommy is passionate about advancing education, community, and thought leadership within the equity plan community.
Tulsi Karamchandani
Tulsi Karamchandani, a senior associate with Baker McKenzie’s Compensation Practice, has 10 years of experience advising clients in US and international employee benefits and executive compensation issues. Tulsi regularly advises multinational companies on issues related to tax, securities law, labor law, and foreign exchange controls. She focuses her practice on international equity compensation programs and mobile employment arrangements. Mrs. Karamchandani advises companies of all sizes in the design, implementation, and ongoing compliance of their retirement and equity compensation plans, including data privacy and exchange control. She also counsels clients on the effects of mergers, reorganizations, spin-offs or other corporate adjustments in relation to their benefit and equity compensation programs.