How does your ESPP compare to peer companies? Get the latest benchmarks from the 2026 ESPP Survey from the NASPP and Deloitte Tax—covering trends in economic and tax benefits, participation constraints, employee education, plan management, and global practices.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• What are the latest trends in ESPP plan benefits, including discounts, contribution and purchase limits, lookback provisions, and offering period lengths?
• What eligibility criteria, purchase limitations, and holding requirements commonly restrict ESPP participation?
• How are administrative practices, policies, and procedures for ESPPs evolving? 
• What approaches are companies using to educate employees about their ESPPs?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Executive compensation is evolving faster than many compensation committee agendas. You’ll get a direct look at emerging issues reshaping expectations but often left out of committee discussions, including AI‑enabled performance measurement, non-financial metric incentives, new disclosure trends, global talent and mobility pressures, and evolving views on pay equity and structure. We’ll discuss how compensation committees and HR leaders can prioritize what matters, adjust plan design and governance, and build a forward‑looking agenda. You’ll walk away with a practical list of questions your committee should be asking now.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• What emerging executive compensation issues should compensation committees be prioritizing now?
  
• How are AI, pay equity, and non-financial metrics changing equity plan design and performance measurement?
• Are your equity compensation programs prepared for evolving disclosure, governance, and global mobility expectations? 
• What questions and action items should compensation committees bring into their next planning discussion?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Fast-growing private companies are competing for scarce talent—and a strong total rewards strategy is what drives attraction, retention, and performance. Get a structured, data-driven approach to designing and scaling equity programs that align with business objectives, market realities, and employee expectations, plus proven frameworks and cross-issuer insights for building clarity, consistency, and impact across compensation and benefits.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• How can high-growth private companies design a total rewards framework that scales with the business
• How can cross-issuer data inform pay band design, compensation ratios and market competitiveness?
  
• What does it take to integrate benefits and non-cash rewards into a cohesive total rewards strategy?
• How should companies communicate and revisit total rewards to sustain employee engagement over time
• When does it make sense to offer equity-for-cash tradeoffs, and how do flexible equity choices fit into a total rewards program?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Build a Strong Foundation in Equity Compensation

Gain the skills and confidence to manage equity compensation programs at public companies. This course provides practical, real-world knowledge across taxation, securities laws, and stock plan administration—so you can support compliance, reduce risk, and contribute more effectively in your role.

Who Should Attend

• Those new to equity compensation
• Experienced professionals looking to refresh their knowledge and strengthen their skills
• Individuals who support or want to transition into equity compensation roles at public companies

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the features and real-world application of the most common equity award types
• Apply best practices to help ensure equity plans comply with U.S. securities laws
• Identify taxable income events and navigate employer withholding and reporting obligations
• Understand how equity compensation impacts financial reporting and company profitability
• Implement effective policies and procedures to manage equity programs
• Recognize key differences in global compliance and the additional requirements for equity programs outside the United States

Course Features

• Six expert-led live virtual sessions with opportunities for real-time Q&A
• Recorded sessions so you can revisit key concepts anytime
• Supplemental resources to deepen your understanding of complex topics
• Interactive quizzes to reinforce learning and build confidence
• Certificate awarded upon successful completion

Why Enroll

Whether you're building foundational knowledge or strengthening your expertise, this course equips you with the tools and insights needed to succeed in equity compensation.

• NASPP Members: $900
• Nonmembers: $1,800 (Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.)

Nonmembers will need a free NASPP.com account to register. If you do not already have an account, click the "Log In" button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Private company equity plans offer real opportunity—but also complexity that isn't always obvious at the outset. Valuation, liquidity, taxes, documentation, and communication challenges can trip up even experienced professionals. 

Learn from our experience. Members of the NASPP's Private Company Editorial Committee share the lessons they wish they had known earlier—from helping employees understand vesting and exercise costs to building job structures that support consistent equity awards and maintaining audit-ready documentation from day one.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• Why does employee education matter, and what should employees understand about vesting, exercise costs, and termination?
• How does job structure affect the fairness and consistency of equity awards?
• What risks do rules of thumb create for compliance and plan operations?
• Which stakeholders should review equity agreements, and why?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Audit season doesn't have to be a scramble. For equity plan teams, the difference between a smooth audit and a stressful one comes down to what happens the rest of the year. From day-to-day data management to multi-system reconciliation and SOX controls, the habits and processes you build now determine how prepared you are when the auditors arrive. Leave with practical frameworks for strengthening data integrity, standardizing reporting across periods, and managing the audit process with confidence.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• What day-to-day data management practices set equity teams up for a clean, stress-free audit?
• How can equity administrators maintain reporting consistency across periods and multiple systems?
• What should equity teams know about working effectively with external auditors and managing audit requests?
• How do SOX controls, exception handling, and change management protect data integrity over time? 
• What are the most common equity reporting pitfalls and how can teams prevent them?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Artificial intelligence isn’t replacing equity compensation professionals—it’s helping them work smarter. From automating reconciliations to improving participant communications, AI tools are transforming how stock plan teams operate. The question is no longer whether to adopt AI, but how to use it responsibly and effectively.

This intensive virtual 10-part program delivers practical, hands-on training you can apply immediately. Learn from industry experts through real issuer case studies and interactive sessions designed specifically for equity compensation professionals.

You’ll walk away with:

• Prompting and AI agent strategies tailored for equity compensation
• Ready-to-use Excel templates and workflow tools
• Real-world use cases for equity administration
• Practical techniques to improve efficiency, accuracy, and communication across your stock plan operations

• Conference Add-On: $199 (If you wish to add AI Week to your new or existing conference registration for the exclusive discounted rate of $199, you may do so by clicking here.)
• NASPP Members: $399
• Nonmembers: $499 (Join or renew your membership to receive the discounted member fee and all member benefits.)

Nonmembers will need a free NASPP.com account to register. If you do not already have an account, click the "Log In" button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Get exclusive expert insights on private company equity compensation practices from the latest survey data conducted jointly by the NASPP, Certified Equity Professional Institute, and Pave. Discover how your peers structure awards, eligibility, and vesting—and tackle liquidity challenges head-on. Walk away with benchmarks and data-driven insights you can put to work immediately.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• What type of equity compensation vehicles do private companies offer?
• Which employees and other service providers are eligible to receive equity awards?
• What are the typical equity grant sizes and granting practices at private companies?
• How do private companies provide liquidity opportunities for employees and other equity holders? 
• How do private companies manage, administer, and communicate their equity programs to participants?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

As equity programs grow and employee trading becomes more automated, pre-clearance has shifted from a narrow compliance checkbox to a core risk management function. This session examines how companies are modernizing pre-clearance frameworks—expanding beyond Section 16 insiders to employees trading through online platforms and Rule 10b5-1 plans. Equity, legal, and compliance leaders will explore how organizations translate policy into scalable, auditable operating models—balancing control, efficiency, and employee experience. Leave with a practical blueprint for structuring modern pre-clearance programs that support growth and enable responsible trading.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• How is ownership and accountability for pre-clearance evolving as equity programs scale?
• How should companies define and manage distinct pre-clearance populations, from executives and directors to broader employee groups?
• What governance and oversight considerations apply to online trading and Rule 10b5-1 plans, including for non-executive participants?
• How can automation improve efficiency and consistency while preserving appropriate human judgment? 
• What operational risks, data dependencies, and control gaps commonly arise in day-to-day administration?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.

Financial reporting for equity awards comes with hidden complexity that can catch even seasoned practitioners off guard. Walk through 10 common triggers—including modifications, international reporting, acquisition bifurcation, and unique award designs. Learn what makes each area challenging, what to watch for, and how companies are navigating them. You'll leave with a sharper eye for where financial reporting goes wrong and what it takes to stay accurate and compliant.

Key questions this webinar will answer:

• Which equity award design features create the most financial reporting complexity, and why?
• How do delayed accounting grant dates affect ASC 718 expense recognition, disclosures, and volatility?
• When does ASC 718 modification accounting apply, and what are the biggest reporting pitfalls to watch for? 
• How do corporate transactions and international operations complicate stock-based compensation reporting?

A recording of the webinar will be posted shortly after conclusion of the live broadcast.

All attendees are required to register in advance. 

• NASPP Members: Current NASPP members can attend at no cost.
• Nonmembers: The cost for non-members is $299. Join or renew your membership to receive complimentary access to this program and all member benefits.

Nonmembers must create a free NASPP account to register; to create your account, click the Login button in the upper right corner and then click the "Don't have an account?" link.

All registrations are non-refundable.