Post-IPO Incentive Programs: Key Considerations for Success with Dirk Besse

30/04/2025 32 min Temporada 1 Episodio 8
Post-IPO Incentive Programs: Key Considerations for Success with Dirk Besse

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we return to Berlin with Dirk Besse, a seasoned lawyer from Morrison & Foerster to explore the complexities of redesigning incentive programs for companies undergoing an IPO. Building on our previous discussion about pre-IPO considerations, we dive into the critical aspects of transitioning employee compensation structures when a company goes public, including timing considerations, stakeholder management, and retention strategies for key talent. Dirk shares insights on the fundamental differences between public and private company incentive designs, highlighting the increased regulatory constraints and the importance of flexibility in program development. For more informationCheck our website: https://www.optioincentives.com/stock-n-rollFollow Optio on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/optio-incentivesRead the blog: https://www.optioincentives.com/resource-hub/post-ipo-incentive-programsJoin Stock 'N Roll with Christoffer Herheim, CEO and co-founder of Optio, as we break down what works—and what doesn’t—in equity compensation, with insights you can act on.

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