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The NASPP's interactive Community Hub is your destination to connect with peers, find expert guidance, and ask and answer questions on how others are tackling the challenges you face.Latest News
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Readying Equity Plans for the Public StageExplore six essential strategies for building equity programs that not only withstand public market pressures but actively contribute to sustained performance. From thoughtful plan design and executive alignment to scalable infrastructure, inclusive ownership, and timely ESPP launches, these best practices help companies transition from IPO-ready to IPO-proven.
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Educating Start-Up Employees on the Value of Their EquityMany employees at private companies don’t fully understand their equity grants or what to do with them. And that lack of understanding? It comes at a cost. This blog discusses the risks of failing to help employees at pre-IPO companies understand their equity and offers tips on how to educate employees.
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Fixing Mistakes: Operational Errors in Section 423 PlansCommon errors that occur during the operation of ESPPs and how to fix them.

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Key Trends in Executive Equity Services & Compliance
April 15, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM (Pacific Daylight Time)
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Equity Award Taxation: What Private Companies Should Know
May 13, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM (Pacific Daylight Time)
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