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What’s new: In this Human Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders discuss how organizations are taking pay transparency from a regulatory requirement to a leadership priority. Drawing on findings from Aon's 2026 Pay Transparency Pulse 2 Study, they explore why trusted transparency depends on strong data foundations, clear governance and confident decision-making. The conversation examines how leaders can strengthen employee trust, equip managers for more effective conversations and create a scalable approach that supports workforce confidence and long-term growth.

Key Takeaways:             

1. Pay transparency is becoming a test of organizational leadership. Organizations are focused on demonstrating that pay decisions are consistent, explainable and supported by strong governance.

2. Connected workforce data creates confidence and insight. Bringing together job architecture, pay programs, performance information and workforce data gives leaders a stronger foundation for decision-making.

3. Manager capability is critical to successful execution. Organizations that stay ahead are equipping managers with the tools, guidance and confidence needed to navigate pay conversations and reinforce trust at scale.

Experts in this episode:           

• Laura Wanlass, Governance/ESG Practice Leader, Talent Solutions, North America, Aon 

• Steve Guyer, Partner, Head of Rewards and Workforce Advisory, Aon
• Anthony Poole, Partner and Industry Sector Leader, Human Capital, Aon

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