Michael Shapson

Background

About Michael Shapson

Michael is a Director in PwC’s Workforce Transformation group (WT), based in Philadelphia, PA. Michael joined the Firm in and specializes in domestic and international executive compensation planning. Michael works extensively on executive compensation matters related to mergers, particularly Golden Parachutes issues. He has worked with many clients on the acquisition of both large multinational corporations as well as small private companies. He is recognized as a PwC Subject Matter Advisor in the area of IRC sections 280G and Michael has significant experience in matters related to global equity plan design, compliance and administration. He advises many multinational corporations on domestic and foreign tax issues, withholding and reporting requirements, recharge (or charge-back) agreements and issues related to cross-border and multistate employees. He works with PwC’s international network to help clients meet their security filing and other legal compliance issues related to operating their equity plans in foreign jurisdictions. His other areas of focus include compensation issues related to corporate tax deductions (including IRC section 162(m)), deferred compensation arrangements (IRC section 409A), restricted property (IRC section 83(b)). Michael also helps companies with issues related to the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section of their annual proxy disclosures. Michael has presented to the Philadelphia Bar Association on various matters related to tax and executive compensation including the Golden Parachute Rules (IRC sections 280G and corporate tax deductions (including IRC section 162(m), ERISA, and tax reform. A devote Phillies fan, Michael has developed many close personal and professional relationships with Yankee (and even Met) fans. Select Professional Memberships: NASPP (Philadelphia Chapter Board Member), Philadelphia Bar Association (Co-Chair M&A Committee), Board of Limited Jurisdiction of St. Mary Interparochial School (Member of the Finance Committee)