Using Tokens to Compensate Employees: What You Need to Know

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Darren Goodman and Taryn Cannataro of Lowenstein’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group are joined by guest Eric Weiner, partner in the firm’s Tech Group and the Co-Chair of Lowenstein Crypto to discuss a hot topic and emerging trend in executive compensation: cryptocurrency and token issuances. Despite the recent downturn in the crypto markets, we have continued to see crypto employers granting tokens to incentivize their employees. This podcast episode provides a brief overview of the various forms of token issuances, See more +
Darren Goodman and Taryn Cannataro of Lowenstein’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group are joined by guest Eric Weiner, partner in the firm’s Tech Group and the Co-Chair of Lowenstein Crypto to discuss a hot topic and emerging trend in executive compensation: cryptocurrency and token issuances. Despite the recent downturn in the crypto markets, we have continued to see crypto employers granting tokens to incentivize their employees. This podcast episode provides a brief overview of the various forms of token issuances, how token awards differ from equity awards from a tax perspective, and considerations to keep in mind if you plan to grant tokens to employees.

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Darren Goodman, Partner, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

Eric Weiner, Partner, Tech Group and Co-Chair of Lowenstein Crypto

Taryn E. Cannataro, Associate, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

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