Our November Bank Compensation Corner is out! This month, we explore three key trends shaping executive and board pay: - Using Pay versus Performance data for self-assessment - The 25% rise in private company board compensation - What investors really think about pay design, according to the latest ISS survey As banks prepare for 2026, understanding these shifts can help strengthen governance and align pay with performance.

In this month’s edition of Bank Compensation Corner, we distill the latest in compensation trends shaping the banking sector—from new regulatory pressures to emerging compensation governance best practices. Dive in for actionable insights and strategic guidance tailored for bank HR and compensation leaders.

Our latest analysis reveals that public bank directors earn more than their private bank peers, often 55% to 60% higher. This difference reflects the greater scrutiny, regulatory demands, and liability public bank directors face. Read the full breakdown and see why these compensation gaps make sense in today’s banking environment.