Compensation Committees are navigating an increasingly complex landscape. Investor expectations continue to evolve, economic and policy uncertainty are complicating performance assessments, and boards are being asked to oversee a broader range of talent, workforce, and governance issues that can ultimately influence executive pay outcomes.
Following the 2026 proxy season, public company boards are taking stock of what investors supported, where scrutiny intensified, and what that means for compensation oversight going forward.
This Director Peer Exchange will bring together an exclusive group of public company directors for an off-the-record discussion on how boards are approaching executive compensation oversight and related governance considerations in a more complex operating environment.
Participants will hear how institutional investors are evaluating executive pay decisions, board judgment, and governance oversight amid economic uncertainty, policy shifts, and evolving investor expectations.
*The exchange is limited to public company board members and participation is subject to approval.
As boards face growing scrutiny around executive compensation, AI governance, workforce transformation, and long-term value creation, understanding investor expectations has never been more important. Hear from Bob McCormick, Executive Director of the Council of Institutional Investors, on the governance trends, shareholder priorities, and emerging issues shaping board-investor dialogue today.
Topics will include:
Executive Director, Council of Institutional Investors
Prior to the event, participants will help shape the discussion agenda, ensuring the conversation reflects the issues and decisions your board is grappling with today. This off-the-record discussion provides an opportunity to compare approaches and learn how peers are navigating an increasingly complex environment for executive pay and talent oversight.
Discussion topics may include:
Managing Director, Semler Brossy
Managing Director, Semler Brossy
Partner, DLA Piper
Hosted by
Offices of DLA Piper
444 W Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60606
