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The Investor-Backed Guide to Executive Compensation

Compensation is one of the most effective ways to attract and keep talent while driving performance to hit business goals. Executive roles put this to the test more than any other.

While broad-based compensation programs are designed to support the wider employee base, executive compensation operates on a different level. More than just pay, it influences leadership behavior, company performance, and investor confidence.

Sequoia’s exclusive Executive Compensation Guide is designed to help you think more strategically about your executive compensation plan no matter your company’s stage of growth.

What you’ll learn:

  • The core principles of executive compensation
  • Proven executive comp best practices and common pitfalls to avoid
  • Equity strategies that align leadership with long-term value
  • How to navigate leadership transitions with effective severance planning

Whether you’re leading a pre-seed startup or preparing for IPO, this guide will provide you with the tools you need to support performance, retention, and long-term value creation.

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The Investor-Backed Guide to Executive Compensation

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