Compensation Committee Priorities for 2026

Attracting and retaining top talent depends on effective incentive programs that engage skilled individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve ideal outcomes and drive sustainable value. As technological change accelerates and economic conditions remain uncertain, compensation and human capital committees play an increasingly pivotal role. Their mandate is expanding beyond executive pay oversight to encompass enterprise-wide human capital evolution—advancing talent development, engagement, and organizational resilience.

Amid transformational shifts, from the growing impact of AI to heightened expectations around trust and transparency, organizations and their boards must reassess workforce strategies and priorities to remain competitive and future-ready.