Increased scrutiny from regulatory bodies and various stakeholders has put greater emphasis on the importance of establishing, and adhering to, a clear process for making director pay decisions. CAP helps public and private boards recruit and retain directors equipped to steer their organizations toward a sustainable future with pay programs that are both competitive and defensible.

Although director pay data is tightly clustered and increasingly homogenous across public companies, certain design questions should be addressed with tailored solutions to ensure alignment between the unique needs of an organization and an evolving corporate governance landscape. CAP uses market analytics to advise committees on competitive and differentiating program designs that promote sound corporate governance principles. These processes include analyzing:

  • Board recruitment and structure
  • Comparator group director pay
  • Chair and committee compensation
  • Director pay limits
  • Stock ownership requirements

CAP also is uniquely positioned to help private companies on their director pay programs. With MLR Media (Directors & Boards, Family Business and Private Company Director), CAP maintains a proprietary database of private company director compensation and governance.

Along with crafting customized solutions in our advisory role, CAP regularly publishes reports about director pay that are frequently cited by peers and media outlets. Learn more about CAP’s expertise in director compensation here or contact us for additional information.

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Jun 25, 2026

Roundtable: Short-Term Incentives in a Volatile Performance Environment

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Join Partner Eric Hosken and Partner Lauren Peek for a roundtable discussion on how organizations effectively design and adapt short-term incentive plans in today’s…
  • Eric Hosken
  • Lauren Peek

Jun 25, 2026

PSUs: An Effective Tool for Aligning Pay and Performance?

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

This panel will explore diverse perspectives on PSUs, sharing real-world experiences, research findings, and market trends. Attendees will gain insights on how to design…
  • Michael Bonner
  • Melissa Burek

Aug 12, 2026

2026 Private Company Compensation and Governance Survey

Webinar

Join the PDA Minnesota chapter on August 12th for a webinar led by Bonnie Schindler and Louisa Heywood, who will provide a comprehensive overview…
  • Louisa Heywood
  • Bonnie Schindler