This three-hour seminar (with dinner included) addresses an issue that has captivated the attention of "the other 99%" of Americans in recent years: the dramatic increase in executive compensation in the United States.

We'll address the "numbers" associated with executive compensation, how executive pay in the United States compares to other nations, and how it has reached such dramatic heights. Through interactive discussion with participants, the presenter will address proposed solutions to the "problem" of executive compensation (if indeed it is a problem), including whether government intervention is necessary.

Our Leader

A native of Burke County, Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Penley earned a bachelor's degree in economics and political science and a law degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He practiced insurance defense law for a large law firm in Charlotte before joining the faculty at Catawba Valley Community College.

Penley teaches business administration and serves as a lecturer for CVCC's Small Business Center. He has served in numerous leadership roles at the college, and in 2007 he received the Catawba Valley Community College Excellence in Teaching Award.

A member of the North Carolina State Bar, he serves as an adjunct faculty member for Gardner-Webb University's Goal Program and Masters of Business Administration Program. He received the Gardner-Webb University Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award in 2002.

To Register

Registration for the Executive Compensation seminar is open to all adults by phone, mail or online through March 29. After March 29, call 828-324-6966, ext. 2008.

Cost is only $25 per person, including a dinner meal on arrival. Payment is due at the time of registration and may be made by credit card, check, or PayPal account.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your registration on or before March 29. After March 29, no refunds will be given; however, substitutions are welcome. We reserve the right to cancel this event in the case of unforeseen circumstances. If the program is cancelled for any reason, a full refund of the registration fee will be given.