Wittman to Share Insights On Comp, Talent, and Value at NACD Summit

A recognized leader in corporate performance and total rewards management, Farient Advisor Tracy Wittman has more than three decades of experience advising organizations on compensation, benefits, and talent management. Her experience reflects a commitment to excellence and innovation, shaped by high-profile roles at Target Corp., General Mills, and KinderCare Learning Cos. (KLC).

Ahead of her participation next week at NACD’s 2025 Directors Summit, we had the opportunity to sit down with Tracy to discuss her career, her views on the business of consulting and more specifically on what it takes to align compensation, talent management, and corporate governance in today’s ever-changing environment.

A Career Built on Compensation and Rewards

Tracy’s career path is a testament to her command of executive compensation and governance. She says her decision to join Farient Advisors as an advisor earlier this year was driven by a desire to be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence. Before joining Farient, Tracy was vice president of total rewards at KLC, General Mills, and Target Corp.

Insights on Consulting: The Good and the Challenging

Now as a compensation, talent management, and corporate governance consultant, Tracy says she appreciates its dynamic nature and the opportunity to collaborate with clients in diverse industries, at different stages of maturity, and with specific strategic goals. She also acknowledges the challenges that come with the territory, such as the need to stay informed on emerging topics affecting leadership succession, pipeline development, and workforce planning amid shifting economic, regulatory, and geopolitical forces.

Join Us at the Summit

Tracy joins panelists TrueBlue Director Colleen B. Brown and KPMG’s Annalisa Barrett to explain the vital linkages between talent, compensation, and business strategy that result in value creation. Their panel, Retaining Mission-Critical Talent: Strengthening C-Suite Succession Planning, takes place at the convention center in National Harbor, Maryland, on Tuesday, October 14 at 10:45 a.m.