Sales Compensation Symposium: New York
Transform Your Sales Compensation Strategy
Alexander Group’s Sales Compensation Symposium is back in person in New York City on August 20.
Join leaders across sales compensation, human resources, sales, sales operations and finance for the #1 sales comp event of the year and immerse yourself in thought-provoking keynotes, interactive panels and results-driven workshops.
This event is geared to bring leaders together to learn the latest Alexander Group insights, dive deep into key topics, exchange perspectives with peers, and build meaningful connections.
August 20, 2026 | New York, NY
Convene
75 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10017
Industry Focus: Media, Business Services & Financial Services
Registration is limited for this in-person leader forum.
I’m always looking to expand my knowledge on sales compensation. It is an ever-changing field.Sales Compensation Executive
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Agenda
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8:30 – 9:00 a.m. ET
Breakfast & Registration
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9:00 – 9:15 a.m. ET
Opening with Matt Bartels:
The State of Sales CompensationA brief look at the trends shaping sales compensation in 2026 and why leading companies are using it as a strategic lever to drive growth, agility, and alignment.
Matt Bartels
Partner, Global Head of Sales Compensation
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9:15 – 10:15 a.m. ET
Alexander Group Industry Leader Perspectives
Expert Insights. Alexander Group industry experts unpack the trends transforming go-to-market strategy and redefining high-impact sales compensation programs.
Matt Bartels
Partner, Global Head of Sales Compensation
Alexander Group
Mike Burnett
Partner
Alexander Group
Mark O’Donnell
Director
Alexander Group
Kelly Rue
Director
Alexander Group
Igor Uroic
Partner
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10:15 – 10:25 a.m. ET
Break
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10:25 – 11:30 a.m. ET
Leader Panel:
Using Sales Comp as a Strategic AdvantageHear the real story from senior leaders and discover how they are using sales compensation as a competitive tool to win talent and drive results.
Mary Burke
Chief Commercial Officer
GLG
Robin Rees
Chief of Staff to Chief People Officer
Clear Street
Stacie Yamaguchi
Chief Financial Officer
AppCast -
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ET
Speed Networking
This high-energy networking session brings sales compensation professionals and enthusiasts together for rapid-fire conversations, new connections and fresh perspectives.
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12:15 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Lunch
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1:00 – 1:45 p.m. ET
Breakout Sessions
Industry Spotlight: Media & Consumer TechnologyGet exclusive insights! Our industry experts reveal the critical trends reshaping media and consumer technology go-to-market models as well as industry-specific sales compensation strategies you can implement immediately to overcome your biggest obstacles and outperform your competition.
Yang Liu
Director
Alexander Group
Mark O’Donnell
Director
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Industry Spotlight: Financial Services
Get exclusive insights! Our industry experts reveal the critical trends reshaping banking and FinTech go-to-market models as well as industry-specific sales compensation strategies you can implement immediately to overcome your biggest obstacles and outperform your competition.
Dave Eddleman
Principal
Alexander Group
Jeff Wood
Principal
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Designing a Sales Comp Org to Deliver a High Impact Program
High-performing sales compensation organizations don’t happen by accident. They’re built to deliver results. Discover how leading companies structure their teams and operating rhythms to launch effective plans on time and with the credibility needed to build trust across the business.
Igor Uroic
Partner
Alexander Group
Zack Houghton
Director
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1:45 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Break
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2:00 – 2:45 p.m. ET
Breakout Sessions
Industry Spotlight: Business ServicesGet exclusive insights! Our industry experts reveal the critical trends reshaping business services go-to-market models as well as industry-specific sales compensation strategies you can implement immediately to overcome your biggest obstacles and outperform your competition.
Zack Houghton
Director
Alexander Group
Kelly Rue
Director
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Deconstructing the Complexities of Recurring Revenue
Dive into the fast-evolving world of recurring revenue models and uncover the measures that matter most and when to use them. Gain practical insights into the biggest sales compensation challenges and the proven solutions leading companies use to solve them.
Igor Uroic
Partner
Alexander Group
Rachel Parrinello
Principal, Sales Compensation
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Using Sales Comp to Power Business Transformation
When companies undergo business transformation, they turn to sales compensation to drive desired behaviors. Explore how to adapt plans for new leadership philosophies, evolving go-to-market models and a sharper focus on profitability.
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2:45 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Break
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3:00 – 3:15 p.m. ET
The Future Is Here:
The AI-Enabled Sales Comp OrganizationWeed through the AI noise. Discover where AI is delivering real, measurable value today across the end-to-end process (assess, design, communicate, administer, and manage) and where it’s still just hype.
Rachel Parrinello
Principal, Sales Compensation
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3:15 – 4:00 p.m. ET
Practitioner Panel:
Putting AI Into ActionGet the unfiltered truth and hear from top sales compensation practitioners on what AI solutions actually look like in practice, including the wins, the failures, and the hard-earned lessons.
Kelly Englisch
Director, Sales Incentives
Iron Mountain
Nathan Rosas
Head of Sales Incentive Compensation
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4:00 – 4:45 p.m. ET
Closing Session:
Ask the ExpertBring your toughest sales compensation questions to Alexander Group’s most senior advisors. Join this open-mic forum to pressure-test ideas, settle internal debates and walk away with direction tailored to your organization.
Matt Bartels
Partner, Global Head of Sales Compensation
Alexander Group
Mike Burnett
Partner
Alexander Group
Mark O’Donnell
Director
Alexander Group
Kelly Rue
Director
Alexander Group
Jeff Wood
Principal
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4:45 – 6:00 p.m. ET
Networking Reception
Close the day with peers over drinks. Continue the conversations sparked in the sessions, build relationships and pick up a few more ideas to take home.
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