Smarter Compensation: Retain Talent & Run Lean

In today’s cautious hiring climate, retaining your best people matters more than ever—and so does every dollar you spend. As companies face tighter budgets, longer hiring cycles, and greater scrutiny on compensation, how can you ensure your team stays motivated without putting your company at financial risk?

Watch this timely virtual event where we dive into how to navigate today’s macroeconomic headwinds. We explore how to build transparent, competitive, and sustainable compensation strategies that don’t just attract talent—but retain it.

You’ll learn:

Smart ways to manage equity and cash while keeping long-term burn in check
How companies like OpenPhone and Wisp are using comp data to retain top talent without overextending
Why transparency and equity health are essential in today’s market
How AI is helping companies optimize compensation and make smarter, data-driven decisions

Whether you’re trying to stretch your runway, stay competitive, or build a more thoughtful approach to comp, this session is built to give you tactical takeaways and strategic perspective.

Featuring

Elizabeth McConnaughey
Head of People & Talent
Wisp

Rachel Kleban
VP, People
OpenPhone

Josh Steinfeld
Principal Product Strategist
Carta

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