Executive compensation is one of the most powerful instruments companies have to align directors' interests to company performance, to hold them accountable for their executive decisions, and to communicate strategic priorities to stakeholders. The inclusion of the say on pay vote in many markets globally has forced investors to take a more active role in tackling remuneration concerns, such as overly complex remuneration structures, inadequate performance metrics and excessive pay-outs. As such, executive compensation is a top agenda item for those who are advocates for good corporate governance and seek to foster changes in pay structure through active ownership. READ MORE