I recently came across a great article from the FPA regarding referrals. In her article Stay Top of Mind to Gain Referrals, Kristine McManus at the Commonwealth Financial Network states that referrals are the best way to attract high-quality prospects to your business. This is particularly true for the equity compensation niche because grant recipients have lots of co-workers that struggle with how to get the most out of this benefit.   Kristine explains that asking for referrals is tricky territory, given...

Equity awards can provide a powerful planning opportunity for advisors to educate their clients on the benefits of donating vested company stock and options to maximize their charitable giving in a tax-smart way. The following information on equity compensation and charitable planning guidance is from Fidelity Charitable. Recorded Presentation on Equity Compensation Awards and Charitable Giving Equity Compensation and Charitable Opportunities Animated Video White Paper on Donating Restricted Stock and Option Awards to Charity

The NASPP (National Association of Stock Plan Professionals) has published the results of a quick survey they conducted of how companies are responding to COVID-19 when it comes to their equity award programs. Here are the key findings detailed in the full report: Top Concerns: Restoring lost value to equity awards and adjusting performance targets to meet current expectations are the top two concerns for survey respondents. Reduced participation is the top concern participants have for ESPPs. Actions Under Consideration:...