Building a culture where performance shapes pay

As startups grow, the link between performance and pay becomes both more important — and more complex. This session explores what “pay for performance” really means in a startup context, when to introduce it, and how to do it without breaking culture or trust. We’ll unpack the classic startup dilemma: Do you build performance systems first, or design your comp strategy and link performance later? You’ll hear from experts in performance management and total rewards as they share practical, scalable ways to connect recognition, progression, and compensation. Brought to you by our sponsors Crewmojo, FNDN and Stello AI, this session will cover: - What pay-for-performance looks like in early vs. later-stage startups - When and how to introduce it without over-engineering - What performance signals matter—and how to align them with pay - How to evolve your approach as your org scales and roles mature - The culture risks of getting the sequence wrong (pay vs. performance)

With:

FNDN

Crewmojo

Stello AI