Qapita's 2025 Equity Compensation Trends Report Launch
Discover the latest global trends and best practices in equity compensation. This report offers practical, actionable insights for founders, HR, and finance leaders seeking to design or refine equity and cash plans that meet market standards, regulatory requirements, and evolving employee expectations.
Agenda
6pm - Arrival and Networking
6:45pm - Key findings from Report
7pm - Panel Discussion
7:30pm - Dinner + Networking
Drawing on data from nearly 500 companies across the US, Europe, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia/New Zealand, the report spans all stages of equity management, from startups creating their first pools to listed companies managing multi-country programs. It covers the essentials of equity design, including instrument selection, vesting schedules, performance conditions, liquidity options, and employee communication strategies.
What you will learn:
Global and regional trends: How equity practices are aligning worldwide, with attention to local nuances.
Regulatory insights: Jurisdiction-specific rules shaping cross-border equity plans.
Design fundamentals: Pool sizes, plan structures, coverage, and grant practices.
Liquidity strategies: Converting equity into real value.
Corporate actions: Managing splits, buybacks, and plan adjustments.
Implementation best practices: From setup to day-to-day administration.
Valuation and reporting: Accounting, audit, and compliance considerations.
Employee engagement: Communicating equity effectively to foster ownership and motivation.
Whether you are setting up your first equity pool, scaling a cross-border team, or managing a listed company’s global plan, this report provides both a clear snapshot of current trends and a practical roadmap for success.
Featuring Our Panel:
Cheryl Liew, Head of Talent, Monk's Hill Ventures - Building talent pipelines for portfolio companies across SEA's most promising startups, with deep insights into emerging market talent trends.
Sarah Ho, Head of Rewards, Org Development and People Services, Carousell - Oversees rewards programmes and workforce planning to ensure that Carousell’s people and culture practices continue to support business growth and agility.
Rebecca Li, Head of Talent, Rewards and Organization Performance, Funding Societies - Leads the Talent Acquisition, Rewards and Performance functions for the company across SEA including Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, India and Taiwan.
Amit Majumder, Head of Equity Management, Qapita - Expert in designing equity compensation strategies that attract incentivise top talent in competitive markets while navigating financial reporting obligations and complex equity regulations across borders.