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Does Performance Matter?

• September 22, 2020
• Corporate Board Member

The short answer is yes, but it isn't obvious from the numbers. A look at how to interpret the latest findings on LTI performance awards.

A recent study by Meridian Compensation Partners found that companies that deliver 50% or more of LTI to senior executives as performance awards tend to underperform their peers. Does that mean performance doesn’t matter?

Not at all, says Meridian Compensation Partners Partner Jamie McGough. In a recent conversation with CBM, McGough explained the research findings and the key takeaways for boards.

For comments, questions and feedback, contact:

Jamie McGough, Partner, Meridian Compensation Partners, LLC

jmcgough@meridiancp.com

Jamie Tassa, Publisher, Corporate Board Member

jtassa@chiefexecutivegroup.com

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