Sales Comp Top 50 '27
Nominations for the Sales Comp Top 50 are open
Help us recognize the very best in sales compensation.
Annually we recognize the people making sales comp work. The leaders setting incentive strategy and the operators keeping plans accurate and trusted.
You can nominate yourself, individuals, or a team.
Nominate as many people as you like. Only one nomination can be submitted at a time.
Nominations run Nov 10 to Nov 27. Public voting opens Nov 30.
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About the Top 50
Sales comp is a powerful revenue lever.
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The people behind it should get some credit.
Every enterprise spends significant revenue paying their sellers.
But the people who design, model, and administer the comp plans rarely get a thank you – let alone the spotlight, despite this complex, impactful work.
The Sales Comp Top 50 list exists to change this. The list is nominated by peers and winners voted on by the community. In this niche space, it's often the first public recognition someone has had for years of hard work.
The Top 50 list celebrates:
Sales comp leaders
Those setting the strategy, vision, and direction for sales compensation.
50 honorees
Sales comp operators
Those who ensure accurate payouts: analysts, administrators and systems leads who make complex plans work every pay cycle.
50 honorees
This year we've got a new way to recognize entire teams at an organization. Nominate a team that demonstrates excellence in any of the following:
Innovation
E.g.: They've rolled out a new plan or approach that's changed how comp works for the better.
Operational excellence
E.g.: They've made payouts faster, cleaner, and more trusted.
Transformation
E.g.: They've led a major change: a new system, a reorg, or a plan redesign at scale.
Business impact
E.g.: They have moved a revenue, retention, or productivity number.
criteria
Some nomination guidelines
Know someone who deserves recognition? We want to hear about them! Nominations are anonymous and your name won't be shared with your nominee.
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Must work in sales compensation
Nominees should be actively engaged in the sales compensation function and contribute to advancing the field.
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Must be an in-house practitioner/operator
We’re seeking to recognize in-house professionals responsible for sales comp strategies and execution.
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Ideally has a minimum of 3+ years in the space
Your nominee should have at least three years in a relevant role.
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Must have demonstrated impact or innovation
Nominees ideally have a track record of contributions that show measurable or innovative results in sales compensation.
Nominations close Nov 27
It takes just three minutes. Questions? Email community@forma.ai.