Executive compensation, increased communication and transparency for shareholders are among the hot-button issues in economic reform. Say on Pay Proposals — non-binding proposals included in a company’s proxy materials that call for an annual shareholder advisory vote on a company’s executive compensation program — have become more widespread as momentum is swinging toward allowing shareholders more access in matters of compensation. This panel will address recent developments in executive compensation as they relate to Say on Pay Proposals and will explore ways companies can position themselves to prepare for mandatory shareholder input on executive compensation. In what promises to be a lively and relevant discussion, the panel will discuss issues such as the federal guidelines on compensation, severance, and clawbacks, proper disclosure of employment agreements and other “golden parachute” agreements, SERPs, and mandated compensation risk disclosure.