Startup Compensation in 2024

After a difficult 2023, compensation at startups stopped falling in 2024.

Average salaries rose gently to start the year and equity packages were effectively flat from the end of 2023. Founders are still scrutinizing new hiring closely, but the layoffs which had been rampant across private tech have receded.

This conversation touches on every aspect of the startup compensation landscape, including:

Will hiring pick back up in H2 2024?
The key changes to comp packages – and how you can effectively adapt
How many employees work at startups at various stages
How compensation in cities across the US compares to top markets

Featuring

Hannah Wells
Principal Consultant
White & Gale Consulting

Heather Doshay
Partner, Head of Talent
SignalFire

Josh Steinfeld
Principal Product Strategist
Carta

Peter Walker
Head of Insights
Carta

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