ICYMI, here are three key themes from the panel "Compliance Hot Topics: What Employers Must Know to Mitigate Risk" at the Grove Conference. 1) Growing companies have several risk areas - - from the Affordable Care Act and the Form 5500 filing requirement to employee misclassification, location tracking for remote-first companies, mergers & acquisitions, and transitioning to self-insurance. 2) As legislation and litigation continue to evolve, the importance of fiduciary responsibility and setting up solid internal processes, such as monitoring the performance of third-party administrators, is paramount. 3) Working with a trusted partner who invests in compliance tools and technology, like Sequoia, will help you navigate the complicated compliance landscape, especially with regard to state-based regulations. A big thank you to our moderator Kristen Peed and our panelists Joanna Castillo, Sheldon Blumling Fisher Phillips, Stacy Barrow Barrow Weatherhead Lent LLP, Diane Cross, Nelsie Nelson PharmD, MBA for their invaluable insights.
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Sequoia is the strategic comp and benefits partner helping employers get the most out of their global people investment. For 23 years, we’ve specialized in VC-backed companies and guided the growth and people strategies at some of the world’s most innovative startups. With our tech-enabled advisory, unified services, and powerful platform, we help clients control costs, save time, stay compliant, and win over top talent. Visit Sequoia.com to learn more.
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- Business Consulting and Services
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- San Mateo, CA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2001
- Specialties
- Compensation Advisory, Employee Benefits, Healthcare, Retirement / 401(k), Wellbeing, Compliance, Mobile Health, People Analytics, and Global Benefits
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VC-backed companies have the perpetual challenge of securing top talent while controlling burn rates and extending runway. An informed and well-optimized comp and equity practice is essential to sustainably winning the race. On Tuesday, October 29 at 10 am PT/1 pm ET, our market insights and compensation advisory teams will explain how VC-backed companies are handling their compensation and equity practices heading into 2025. Leveraging key trends from our most recent compensation and equity report, they’ll cover: - Long-term and short-term incentive plans - Equity awards - Compensation philosophies - Merit pay structures Register now: https://lnkd.in/eyyEcpuP #compandequity #compensation #comptrends #equitytrends
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In honor of World Mental Health Month, October's Wellbeing Webinar will focus on building a supportive workplace through mental health allyship. We will break down the small steps that we all can take to listen to and show empathy for our coworkers. Join us on Wednesday, October 16th at 10 am PST/1 pm EST. Register at https://lnkd.in/gFuKiRe7
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We asked Shannon Arens, moderator of the Grove Conference panel "Finding the Balance: Employee Care vs. Cost Management" to share her key takeaways from her two sessions. The biggest? "Employers are integrating diverse data points—claims data, survey feedback, demographics, peer benchmarking, trends/insights, and company values—to create comprehensive benefits strategies. They’re not just looking at utilization to measure ROI, but also benchmarks and employee retention data." Shannon also emphasized the importance of going back to basics to encourage preventive care. "Employers are ensuring employees understand their benefits and can find primary care providers, sometimes bringing back onsite screenings, flu shots, and mobile mammograms. Taking a proactive approach goes a long way in ensuring medical plan savings." Big thank you to our panelists on both coasts: Aaron Smith UnitedHealthcare, Juliette Monser AppLovin, Elizabeth Thomas Handshake, Brett Burlin, Toni Fritz Chobani, Annie Trombatore Vox, Matson Conrad Rightway #GroveConference2024 #EmployeeCare #BenefitsStrategy #FutureOfWork
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Our Country Selection Assessment is Here! To stay competitive, selecting the right location for your business expansion is crucial. Our new country assessment provides a side-by-side comparison of key factors such as typical employee cost (benchmarked salary data and benefits costs), talent availability, regulatory considerations, and ease of implementation. Don't leave your next move to chance! Reach out to our global consultants and start making data-driven decisions that pave the way for an efficient international expansion: https://lnkd.in/gPhM3jdj #GlobalExpansion #CountrySelection #TalentStrategy #BusinessGrowth #DataDrivenDecisions
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What an incredible experience at #GroveConference2024 in New York yesterday! Our keynote speakers, Mark Cuban and Glen Tullman captivated our audience with their suggestions for scaling companies and tackling one of the costliest challenges employers face today: rising healthcare costs. Breakout sessions were packed, and the energy from our client community coming together in person was spectacular. A heartfelt thank you to our clients and team members who made our Grove events, both yesterday in New York and last week in San Francisco, so special. Many more photos to come soon! #GroveConference2024 #ClientCommunity #Leadership
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We just spent a great few days in vibrant Mexico City, hosting our annual Sequoia Global Network Conference! This event brought together over 65 partners and guests from around the globe, all united by a common goal: To maximize the value of our network and continue providing industry-leading service to our clients, wherever they are in the world. The conference was an incredible platform for collaboration, insightful discussions, and innovative strategies. It was inspiring to hear from our guest client speakers, Tabitha Mondragon, Michelle Soto, as well as syd™, Benefex, and Workplace Options. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us both at the conference and our Impact event, making this event truly unforgettable. We look forward to continuing to grow together! #SequoiaGlobalNetwork #SequoiaGlobalBenefits #SequoiaImpactProgram
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As companies grow and evolve, equity refresh grants become a critical tool for rewarding executives who have driven that success. Unlike initial equity awards, the timing, structure, and amount of refresh grants are not standardized—there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Our latest article explores the essentials of equity refresh grants, why they matter, and how companies at various stages—whether scaling or preparing for an IPO—can leverage these grants effectively. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eCJax5Bp #equity #compensation #executivecomp
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Such an amazing experience at #TheGroveConference2024 yesterday! 🌲 Keith Ferrazzi, our keynote speaker, captivated a packed room with his insights and engaged with thoughtful questions from our enthusiastic audience. Breakout sessions were standing room only, and the energy from our client community coming together in person was 🌟incredible🌟. A heartfelt thank you to our clients and team members who made the afternoon so special. Your participation and passion truly made the event unforgettable. We’re excited to connect with our friends in NYC—just five more days to go: https://lnkd.in/gfzq3Jip #GroveConference2024 #ClientCommunity #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth #Networking
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September is #SuicidePreventionMonth, and there’s still time to register for a Talk Saves Lives webinar, hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Everyone is invited to join this free and anonymous session, where we’ll learn: ☑ Suicide prevention factors ☑ Common risk factors and warning signs ☑ What you can do to keep yourself and others safe Visit sequoia.com/impact to learn more and register for an upcoming webinar date. 👉 Tuesday, 10/08/2024 Time: 11:00 AM PT / 2:00 PM ET 👉 Thursday, 11/14/2024 Time: 11:00 AM PT / 2:00 PM ET #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth #SequoiaImpact