The Performensation Principles

•    Goals - objectives that provide direction and a specific course of action

•    Responsibility - defining who will carry a task forward to the defined goal. Best when combined with authority to drive processes forward

•    Accountability - a clearly defined and communicated measurement system that allow all parties to understand their responsibilities and meet expectations

•    Reward - fair return for goals met

Successful programs are built on these four basic principles. We work closely with you to define these elements and how to best apply them.   We often find that only a few simple elements are missing from a program and that a new program is not required. Other times a new approach yields the desired results .

Performensation was founded by Dan Walter, CEP as a response to regular requests for better expertise in the area of Equity Compensation Design and Administration. Dan has more than a decade of experience in the industry. His work includes both executive and broad-based programs. He has provided end-to-end solutions for private and public companies both within the United States and abroad.

Dan has worked extensively in both the Silicon Valley and New York. His work with young entrepreneurial companies and established Fortune 100 companies provides his clients with an unique perspective on compensation issues. His focus is on effective, and at times innovative, company-specific solutions. He also provides post-consultation support to help ensure programs are working as designed.

Dan is also a highly sought after speaker on a broad range of topics. He is an award winning member of the National Association of Stock Plan Professionals and an active member of World at Work, National Center for Employee Ownership, Global Equity Organization, and the Society for Certified Equity Professionals.