Prosperity at Work

As market volatility continues and IPOs (Initial Public Offering) and M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) activity ramp up, executives face critical decisions about their vesting stock plans. From insider trading rules to transaction restrictions and regulatory hurdles, the stakes are high - especially for those transitioning from startup environments.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Prosperity at Work podcast, where we break down what you and your executives should be aware of. 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

·         How market volatility impacts vesting and sales windows

·         Strategies for deciding what to do with vested stock

·         Why 10b5-1 planning is more important than ever

·         The evolving role of AI in executive education

Don’t miss out on insights from Bob Fritz, Head of Executive Advisory, J.P. Morgan Private Bank and Chris Dohrmann, Strategic Partnerships at Workplace Solutions that can help you make informed decisions in 2026 and beyond. 

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

IPO readiness is one of the key themes at this year’s J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco. Transitioning to public markets is naturally rooted in financial fundamentals, but what does it take to prepare the people driving this, the founders, senior executives and talent base? How can they best prepare for the personal liquidity that comes from vesting – and what are some of the unique challenges facing healthcare sector companies planning to IPO in 2026?

Sam Quinn, Head of East Healthcare Practice for J.P. Morgan Private Bank and Chris Dohrmann, Strategic Partnerships for Equity Plan Services, J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions, join host Ankur Nanda on our Prosperity at Work podcast to share their insights on the potential pitfalls and opportunities. 

Among the topics discussed are: 

·         Passion v planning: How founder focus on growing their business can sometimes lead to their neglecting personal financial needs

·         Tax planning for incentive stock options  

·         Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approvals, blackout periods and trading windows

·         The importance of starting IPO conversations early and engaging with the right stakeholders  

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

Global employee equity: Navigating local rules, tax and complexity for mobile employees

Employee mobility went mainstream during the pandemic years and continues to be a reality of the modern working world. No longer something that affects only executives, the term digital nomad is more and more relevant across all employee tiers. 

Advances in technology benefitting tax authorities, and the need to keep up-to-date with changing tax laws and reporting requirements have added complications for HR, payroll and equity award administrators. 

With that in mind, global stock plan professional and Rutlen Associates LLC Partner Marlene Zobayan joined us on the Prosperity at Work podcast, where she and host Chris Dohrmann took a deep dive into what can be a challenging area for companies. 

Among the topics discussed were: 

• Where are your executives based and how are you tracking this
• Attitudes of US states and other countries towards mobility and equity-related tax collection 
• How technological advances make it easier for tax authorities to detect non-compliance  
• Best practices for companies
• Digital nomads and associated issues

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This publication contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This publication is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

The information provided in this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only; it is not intended as an offer for any specific product or service. Rutlen Associates LLC is not affiliated with JPMorgan Chase & Co. The podcast contains the views of a J.P. Morgan employee, which may differ from the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., its affiliates and employees. The views and strategies described may not be appropriate for everyone.  Certain information was obtained from sources we believe are reliable, but we cannot verify the accuracy of the content and we accept no responsibility for any direct or consequential losses arising from its use. You should carefully consider your needs and objectives before making any decisions. For specific guidance on how this information should be applied to your situation, you should consult a qualified professional.

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

Financial year-end can be a chaotic time for stock plan admins. There’s always a long list of things to do, with never enough time for everything and potential pitfalls lurking around every corner… but it doesn’t have to be that way. 

Equity professional Georgina Lai, who has previously led equity programs at Pinterest, Reddit and Instacart, and worked on Meta’s (formerly Facebook) transition from private to public, joins host Chris Dohrmann on our Prosperity at Work podcast to share insights on how to take the pain out of year-end prep. 

Among the topics discussed are: 

·         The importance of reliable data

·         Working effectively with all internal stakeholders  

·         Staying on top of regulatory requirements 

·         Being as organized as possible

·         The challenges associated with administrating plans across multiple countries

The information provided in this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only; it is not intended as an offer for any specific product or service. Georgina Lai is not affiliated with JPMorgan Chase & Co. The podcast contains the views of a J.P. Morgan employee, which may differ from the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., its affiliates and employees. The views and strategies described may not be appropriate for everyone. Certain information was obtained from sources we believe are reliable, but we cannot verify the accuracy of the content and we accept no responsibility for any direct or consequential losses arising from its use. You should carefully consider your needs and objectives before making any decisions. For specific guidance on how this information should be applied to your situation, you should consult a qualified professional.

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

Special guest Dexter Tang, International Equity Compliance and Operations Lead at Google joins host Chris Dohrmann on our Prosperity at Work podcast to discuss insights from his career leading employee equity programs.

From his origins in the world of tax and accounting to managing international compliance and operations for one of the world’s largest companies, Dexter addresses a range of interesting topics including:

• The importance of having a global mindset
• How being a tough customer can help people to better serve their own customers
• Why being curious and excited about tax and compliance is important
• Dealing with emerging trends
• Leveraging AI and automation to create efficiencies

This publication contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions’ Insights is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

 The information provided in this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only; it is not intended as an offer for any specific product or service. Google is not affiliated with JPMorgan Chase & Co. The podcast contains the views of a J.P. Morgan employee, which may differ from the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., its affiliates and employees. The views and strategies described may not be appropriate for everyone.  Certain information was obtained from sources we believe are reliable, but we cannot verify the accuracy of the content and we accept no responsibility for any direct or consequential losses arising from its use. You should carefully consider your needs and objectives before making any decisions. For specific guidance on how this information should be applied to your situation, you should consult a qualified professional.

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

Ever wonder how the insights of psychology into the workings of the human mind might be applied to developing an effective communications strategy to promote your employee equity compensation plan? If so, you’re in luck…

Guest Jeff Kreisler, Head of Behavioral Science with J.P. Morgan Private Bank joined host Chris Dohrmann on our Prosperity at Work podcast to discuss that very topic, leading to a wide-ranging conversation on understanding human nature and how best to connect with employees when looking to encourage equity plan participation.

Among the topics discussed are:

• The importance of knowing your audience
• Speaking to the needs of your audience
• Avoiding unnecessary jargon and acronyms wherever possible
• The importance of timely prompts/nudges
• Common mistakes people make about their own finances
• The significance of the three Cs – Community, Competence and Control

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The information provided in this podcast is intended for informational and
educational purposes only; it is not intended as an offer for any specific
product or service. The podcast contains the views of a J.P. Morgan employee, which may differ from the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., its affiliates and employees. The views and strategies described may not be appropriate for everyone. Certain information was obtained from sources we believe are reliable, but we cannot verify the accuracy of the content and we accept no responsibility for any direct or consequential losses arising from its use. You should carefully
consider your needs and objectives before making any decisions. For specific
guidance on how this information should be applied to your situation, you
should consult a qualified professional.

This publication contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This publication is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein.

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

You might assume that all C-suite executives know every detail of their equity compensation package and are fully on top of their long-term financial planning.  In fact due to their demanding positions these execs often don’t have the time or mental bandwidth to track every detail and nuance of their equity awards. That’s why providing assistance and support is so important. 

Bob Fritz, Head of Executive Advisory at JP Morgan Private Bank joined our Prosperity at Work podcast hosts Chris and Lauren for a wide-ranging conversation.

Among the topics discussed are: 

·         Guiding executives and helping them decision making 

·         How ‘three stages’ of an executive career relates to equity compensation and broader financial planning

·         The impact equity compensation can have on an executive’s retirement

·         Timing issues around stock options 

·         RSUs or stock options

·         How to help executives educate themselves on their equity

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This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

In this special episode, we take an in depth look at the period leading up to an Initial Public Offering (IPO) and what CEOs, CFOs and HR people should be considering - and why it’s never too early to get started.

Joe Notaro, Accounting Advisory Partner, Forvis Mazars and John Bagdonas, J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions explore:

• The Initial Public Offering (IPO) process
• Plotting out your financial reporting journey
• The importance of getting audit ready
• Preparing your employee equity compensation plan

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

In this month’s episode, our host, Lauren Jenkins, hosts a panel discussion to dive into the findings of our 2024 trends in equity compensation report.

Our guests include:

• Jorge Martin Head of North America, J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions
• Ryan Shreero Executive Services, J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions
• Jackson Vaught Participant Engagement, J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions
• Nancy Romanyshyn SD, Total Rewards Strategy & Solutions, Syndio

Our guests explore:

• Today’s trends and key challenges in executive compensation structures
• Talent retention and incentives for companies to offer employee share plans
• Communication and education strategies for your equity programs
• Emerging trends in pay transparency and a look to 2025

This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein. 

What impact will A.I. have on employee equity compensation plan management in 2025? At the risk of spoilers, big changes are coming down the line. 

Guests Charese Smiley, Executive Director, Artificial Intelligence Research, and Travis Dingledine, Executive Director in Product, Workplace Solutions, join  Chris and Lauren on our first episode of the new year to fill us in on how A.I. might change the game this year, including:

·         Ways to use A.I. as an admin support

·         Large language models (LLMs) supporting customer service 

·         A.I. as a helper to execs managing their comp 

·         Data security and A.I.

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This podcast contains general information only and J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions is not, through this article, issuing any advice, be it legal, financial, tax-related, business-related, professional or other. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used as such. J.P. Morgan Workplace Solutions does not assume any liability for reliance on the information provided herein.