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Flipping the Script: How Trump’s Tariffs Upend CEO Pay Design
By Agenda | Jun 30, 2025 | Read more
Partner Shaun Bisman was quoted in Agenda discussing the impact that tariffs have had on executive compensation. In the article, Shaun discusses that (in response to tariffs) companies have been “flattening” performance ranges, incorporating more relative performance ranges, and adding more qualitative / subjective elements to their plans. Additionally, companies can consider granting one-time awards for retention purposes.
Gaining Altitude: Almost Half of S&P 500 CEOs Enjoy Jet Perks
By Agenda | Jun 13, 2025 | Read more
Partner Shaun Bisman was featured in Agenda discussing the growing trend of CEOs receiving personal use of corporate aircraft. In 2024, 44% of S&P 500 CEOs received jet perks — the highest in recent years. Shaun points to security concerns and hybrid work models as key drivers of the increase.
Insurers Show Strongest Financial Performance in a Decade
By InsuranceNewsNet | Jun 12, 2025 | Read more
Partner Melissa Burek and Principal Roman Beleuta were quoted in InsuranceNewsNet discussing CAP’s latest research on executive pay and performance in the insurance industry. CAP’s analysis highlights a standout year in 2024, with strong financial results, increased CEO incentives, and record total shareholder return across publicly traded insurers.
Banks Back Away from Using DEI in Determining Executive Pay
By American Banker | Jun 4, 2025 | Read more
Partners Shaun Bisman and Kelly Malafis were quoted in American Banker’s recent article which explores a sharp decline in the use of diversity-related metrics in bank incentive plans. This analysis, conducted by CAP, reflects a broader trend among large and regional banks as regulatory pressure and legal uncertainty reshape corporate DEI strategies.