How Prevalent are ESPPs?
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Equity Expert: A Podcast from the NASPP
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How many companies actually offer ESPPs? What trends exist based on company demographics, such as size, region and industry? This episode examines research conducted by Aon, in partnership with the NASPP and Fidelity, on the prevalence of employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs) within Russell 3000 and S&P 500 companies.
Host: Jennifer Namazi, Content Director, NASPP
Guests: Daniel Kapinos, Partner and Rachel Lopez, Consultant,
both of Aon Rewards Solutions
About our Guests
Dan Kapinos, Partner in Aon’s Rewards Solutions business, serves as the Head of Aon’s Equity Services Team, which provides expertise, service and advice on all things related to equity compensation to over 900 companies globally. Dan is a frequent speaker and writer on a variety of compensation topics and has held many industry positions including President of the NASPP Philadelphia Chapter and member of the CEP Institute’s Curriculum Committee. Currently Dan sits on the NASPP’s Executive Advisory Committee.
Rachel Lopez, is a Consultant with Aon’s Equity Services team, where she uses her background in statistical analyses to address clients’ equity needs for a wide range of equity-based compensation vehicles. Rachel currently oversees the team’s thought leadership development and has written multiple articles exploring current trends in equity compensation and addressing the nuances of stock-based compensation plan design.
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