Techweek 2013 Chicago

Startups have come to represent high-reward, hard work environments—they are notoriously lean on funds, so compensation can become a tricky juggling act of varied incentives. Learn how to develop a compensation strategy, incorporating base salary, bonuses, and long-term equity plans. Planning ahead ensures your employees feel valued and committed to your company's mission. Alternately, severance and regulatory issues can be equally tricky to navigate and should be considered early on in a startup's evolution.