Aligning Succession Planning and Executive Pay
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NACD Colorado
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Maureen Upton, Partnership Advisor
Kathleen Clevenger, Director of Operations
NACD Colorado Chapter
5151 W. Ottawa Avenue
Littleton, CO 80128
programs@colorado.nacdonline.org
720-271-1751
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About The Event
This session was held on October 29, 2025. Attendees gathered for a dynamic discussion on succession planning and executive compensation. The session emphasized the board’s critical role in preparing for leadership transitions and aligning pay with performance while keeping long-term organizational value at the forefront.
Participants shared practical strategies for weaving succession planning into regular boardroom conversations, underscoring the importance of proactive and transparent dialogue. The conversation also explored how thoughtful compensation design can both retain top talent and incentivize strong results.
As investor and regulatory scrutiny continues to grow, the discussion highlighted the need for boards to remain agile and forward-looking. Attendees left with actionable insights to strengthen their oversight, ensure leadership continuity, and foster sustainable value creation.
NACD Colorado
Contact Us
Maureen Upton, Partnership Advisor
Kathleen Clevenger, Director of Operations
NACD Colorado Chapter
5151 W. Ottawa Avenue
Littleton, CO 80128
programs@colorado.nacdonline.org
720-271-1751
Find a Chapter
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