Lulu Seikaly

In a compelling discussion, Amy Stewart, Principal of Research and Insights, Sara Hillenmeyer, Senior Director of Data Science, and Lulu Seikaly, Senior Corporate Employment Counsel at Payscale, analyze the evolving landscape of compensation. They dive into the 2025 Compensation Best Practices Report, highlighting trends in pay transparency and AI's growing role in HR. The trio emphasizes the need for organizations to foster clear communication about compensation practices while also addressing the challenges of pay equity and legislative impacts on compensation strategies.

Lulu Seikaly, a senior corporate attorney and pay transparency expert at Payscale, joins the discussion to shed light on the evolving landscape of pay transparency. She reveals the latest developments in pay legislation across the U.S. and Europe, debunking common misconceptions for organizations. Lulu emphasizes the significance of internal pay equity checks and offers best practices for fostering trust through transparency. As employees demand greater visibility into compensation, she discusses emerging trends that organizations must navigate for a fair future.

Lulu Seikaly, in-house employment counsel for Payscale, discusses pay transparency laws across states, the benefits to employers, unintended consequences, generational differences, and proposed legislation in Pennsylvania.

Lulu Seikaly, a corporate attorney focused on pay transparency laws, and Elaina Van Kirk, a Principal Consultant specializing in equitable compensation, delve into the complexities of pay transparency. They discuss how misalignment among HR, Legal, and Leadership can erode employee trust. Lulu highlights legal risks tied to compensation confusion, while Elaina emphasizes the need for clear communication to unify stakeholder messages. Together, they envision a future where transparency fosters shared understanding and builds lasting trust within organizations.

Lulu Seikaly, Senior Corporate Employment Counsel at Payscale, and Vicky Peakman, Director of Fair Pay Partners, dive into the crucial updates on pay transparency laws. They explore the 2025 landscape, highlighting how new U.S. state regulations and the EU Pay Transparency Directive will reshape compliance strategies by 2026. The discussion addresses challenges, like job category determination and the implications of not meeting deadlines. Emphasizing a culture of transparency, they share practical steps companies can take to foster trust and fairness in pay practices.