Compensation and equity resources for PE- and VC- backed companies
Whether you’re a startup that is just starting their compensation philosophy or a large enterprise that is reviewing merit planning and equity awards, we have 20+ reports, blogs, articles, and guides that’ll help you optimize your people spend, extend runway, and directly tie your compensation and equity strategies to business outcomes. Fill out our form and get instant access to the comp and equity resources below.
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Insights & Report
2025 Compensation & Equity Trends Report
Get a year-over-year analysis of compensation and equity trends for tech companies.
Insights & Report
2025 Compensation & Equity Report Sneak Peek
Insights & Report
2024 Compensation Best Practices Report
See the lastest compensation practices trends and program changes.
Blog
Executive Compensation 101: Fundamentals for Planning
Learn why startups must approach executive compensation plans differently.
Executive Compensation 101: Common Mistakes & Best Practices
Understand pitfalls and best practices when designing your exec comp strategy.
Blog
Executive Compensation 101: Nailing Equity
Learn how to design your executive comp strategy to attract and retain talent.
Blog
Executive Compensation 101: Equity Refresh Grants
Learn how to offer equity refreshes that satisfy and motivate executives.
Compensation Philosophy Drift: How to Get Your Pay Strategy Back on Track
Learn the signs of comp philosophy drift and how to manage it.
Article
Resilient Compensation Structures: How to Get Comp Right in a Challenging Economy
Learn the three key elements of a strong comp structure that’ll hold up in any economy.
Article
2024 Trends: Long-Term Incentives for Executives
Get key insights on trends for long-term incentives for executives.
Article
Merit Increases: 2024 Trends and Considerations for Different Growth Stages
Here are some things to consider as you build your merit award process.
Article
Merit Cycle Essentials: How To Drive Business Goals While Engaging Employees
Learn the basics of a successful merit cycle and how to execute it correctly.
Guide
Compensation Planning and Reflection Checklist
Here are key steps that’ll help you stay focused through the comp planning process.
Compensation Philosophy Essentials for Growing Companies
Learn the fundamental steps to building a compensation philosophy.
Article
Navigating Pay Equity Compliance in VC-Backed Companies
Discover how data management ensures your comp structure is compliant.
Article
Why Is a Strategic Compensation Plan Vital to Startup Success?
Discover how to control and optimize the majority of your startup’s spend.
Article
Demystifying What a Compensation Philosophy is for VC-Backed Companies
Learn how to appropriately compensate employees with a strategic comp philosophy.
Article
How to Manage Compensation Packages for a Distributed Workforce
Learn how to manage compensation packages for your distributed employees.
Article
The Power of Aligning Comp and Benefits Strategies with Business Goals: Startup Secrets to Success and Valuation
Successfully align your comp and benefits strategies to your business goals.
Article
How to Use Equity to Retain and Recruit Top Talent When Cash Is Tight
Learn how to take advantage of equity to manage burn rate and overhang.
Article
5 Qualities of an Effective Total Compensation Program
See how five key comp qualities can optimize your total people spend.
Article
How to Adapt Your Compensation Philosophy as Your Company Grows
Read when and how to update your comp philosophy as your company continues to scale.