
What is an 83(b) Election and How Does It Work?
Intro In the furious world of tax forms and deadlines – file this by January 31st! submit that by March 31st! and so forth – there’s one particular filing that comes up randomly in conversations...

Scaling Equity Programs for Growth: Advanced Strategies for Mid-Stage Success
How Equity Compensation Helps Startups Compete and Extend Their Runway The evolution from early-stage startup to growth-phase organization demands a transformation in equity strategy. Recent research underscores this imperative: companies with sophisticated equity programs report...

The Start-Up Equity Blueprint: Building Strong Foundations
How Equity Compensation Helps Startups Compete and Extend Their Runway A brilliant idea and passionate leadership are just the beginning for any startup. The real game-changer? A well-structured equity program. Equity compensation is a startup’s...

Equity Benchmarking – Why It Matters, and What Position is Best for You
While several factors influence the structure and scope of equity plans, benchmarking stands out as a pivotal tool to gauge your position in the industry relative to peers. It offers a strategic lens through which...

How Often Should Private Companies Review Their Equity Compensation Plans?
Equity compensation plans play a significant role in attracting, retaining, and motivating key employees and executives in both public and private companies. But while public companies often have the practice of an annual refresh and...