Center on Executive Compensation's 2025 Annual Meeting

Where Executive Pay and Leadership Converge

Fast-moving developments. Sharpened expectations. Boardroom-ready insights.

The Center on Executive Compensation’s 2025 Annual Meeting brings together CHROs, Heads of Total Rewards, and executive compensation leaders for candid dialogue on the forces shaping the future of pay, performance, and governance.

Join us November 5–6 at The Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC, for in-person discussions with top experts, senior peers, and those influencing compensation from every angle—regulatory, shareholder, and boardroom. This is not just another conference. It’s your opportunity to pressure-test ideas, share what’s working, and anticipate what’s next.

Detailed Agenda

At this one-day, in-person event, you'll gain:

Unfiltered insight from SEC leaders, executive pay experts, and board-savvy practitioners
Private, peer-level conversations that sharpen your thinking
Boardroom-ready clarity on evolving trends in pay-for-performance, long-term incentives, and succession
A high-trust network of senior leaders facing the same decisions you are

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS

Shareholder Proposal Guide: A Playbook for CHROs and Total Rewards

As shareholder proposals increasingly target issues tied to human capital management, executive compensation, and ESG, HR leaders are finding themselves at the center of corporate governance debates. This playbook offers CHROs and Total Rewards executives a step-by-step framework to assess, respond to, and manage shareholder proposals in alignment with business goals, employee interests, and stakeholder expectations. It emphasizes proactive collaboration across HR, Legal, and Investor Relations teams and provides practical tools and examples to help companies navigate complex proposals, mitigate risks, and strengthen trust and reputation.

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This event is an excellent opportunity to enhance your professional skills and network with industry leaders. Spaces are limited, and early registration ensures your place at this essential event. Register today!

Hotel Accommodations:
The Center’s room block at the Mayflower Hotel is now closed.
To be added to the Mayflower waiting list, please contact Christine Salvador at csalvador@chro.org.

For your convenience, we’ve compiled a list of nearby hotels within walking distance of the venue.

The Partners Behind Our Annual Meeting

The Center On Executive Compensation is proud to showcase the incredible organizations that make this event possible. Whether you're looking for innovative HR solutions or strategic insights, our partners are here to help!