We hope to meet you at the 2025 NASPP Conference & Exhibition! This year, five of our Equity Methods professionals will be speaking across four panels to discuss this year’s hottest topics.

What’s Hot, What’s Next: 2025 Equity Comp Update with Takis Makridis 

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 8:30am – 9:30am PDT

Back by popular demand—and better than ever. Stay on top of the most important equity compensation developments shaping 2025 and beyond. From clawback policies and stock option grant timing disclosures to new rulemaking and emerging litigation, we’ll break down what’s changing—and what it means for your plans. A live audience poll will guide bonus discussion topics, and we’ll wrap with a lightning round of what to watch heading into 2026.

Joining Takis on the panel will be Mark Borges (Compensia) and Jessica Lange (Bodman).

Section 162(m) Under ARPA: Are You Ready for 2027? with Raenelle James 

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 12:15pm – 12:45pm PDT

Changes to Section 162(m) under the American Rescue Plan Act will expand the number and category of covered employees starting in 2027—but preparation needs to start now. Learn how to track covered employees, forecast deferred tax asset impacts, and reduce exposure to future accounting adjustments. Review the evolution of 162(m), what’s changing under ARPA, how to distinguish permanent vs. non-permanent covered employees, and strategies for maintaining accurate forecasts as deductions are lost post-2026.

Joining Raenelle at the power talk will be Victor Flores (Baker McKenzie).

Financial Reporting for Global Equity Plans with Raenelle James

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 2:15pm – 3:15pm PDT

Financial reporting for global equity plans is full of potential pitfalls—especially when dealing with local laws, cross-border requirements, and inconsistent reporting standards. Explore the most common pain points companies face and how to avoid them. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of what “getting it right” really looks like—and the benefits that come with running a truly global plan.

Joining Raenelle on the panel will be Melissa Jackmin (Mohawk Industries), Carolina Koch (Procter and Gamble), and David Neves (J.P Morgan Workplace Solutions).

10 Common Drivers of Financial Reporting Complexity with Boxian Kolb and Matt Gabrielson

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 4:00pm – 5:00pm PDT

Financial reporting for equity awards gets complicated—fast. This fast-paced overview highlights 10 common triggers of complexity, including modifications, international reporting, acquisition bifurcation, and unusual award designs. Learn what makes these areas challenging, what to watch for, and how companies are navigating them. You’ll leave with a sharper understanding of where the red flags are—and where to dig deeper for accurate, compliant reporting.

Joining Boxian and Matt on the panel will be Allyson Graham (EQT Corporation)