Michigan Stock Option Plan of Hayes Wheels International, Inc., which provides for grant of Incentive Stock Options and Nonqualified Stock Options

• Category: Corporations - Public - Stock Options
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-CC-18-345E
• Format: Word; Rich Text

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18-345E 18-345E . . . Stock Option Plan which provides for grant of Incentive Stock Options and Non-qualified Stock Options and (b) initial option grants to certain named officers, employees and consultants which contain specific Time Conditions and Performance Conditions as follows: number of shares underlying each option grant is divided into five equal portions which are designated Tranche A through Tranche E. Twenty percent of shares included in each of Tranches A through E shall satisfy Time Condition if optionee is employee or consultant on January 31, 1997 and on each January 31 thereafter. One hundred percent of shares included in each of Tranches A through E satisfy Performance Condition if average per share price of common stock for any consecutive twenty trading days on principal exchange on which common stock is traded equals or exceeds following prices: Tranche A - $16 per share, Tranche B - $32 per share, Tranche C - $48 per share, Tranche D - $64 per share, Tranche E - $80 per share. Notwithstanding above, Initial Grants become fully exercisable on ninth anniversary of date of grant The Michigan Stock Option Plan of Hayes Wheels International, Inc. is a comprehensive program designed to incentivize and reward employees by granting them Incentive Stock Options (SOS) and Nonqualified Stock Options (Nests). These stock options serve as a valuable tool to attract top talent, boost employee morale, and align employee interests with the success of the company. Under the Michigan Stock Option Plan, employees have the opportunity to receive SOS, which provide certain tax advantages and are governed by specific rules outlined in Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code. These options are typically granted at a predetermined exercise price, allowing employees to purchase company stock at a later date. SOS are subject to various restrictions and typically come with a vesting schedule, incentivizing employees to remain with the company for a certain period of time before fully realizing the benefits of their stock options. Alternatively, the Michigan Stock Option Plan also includes the grant of Nests, which do not qualify for the same tax advantages as SOS. Nests offer greater flexibility in terms of exercise price and vesting arrangements, making them an attractive option for both employees and employers. Unlike SOS, Nests are not governed by the strict requirements of Section 422 and allow employees to exercise their options at any time, subject to the terms of the plan. By providing both SOS and Nests, Hayes Wheels International, Inc. ensures a well-rounded stock option plan that caters to a diverse set of employee needs. This approach enables the company to offer competitive compensation packages and retain key talent while aligning employee and shareholder interests. Keywords: Michigan Stock Option Plan, Hayes Wheels International, grant, Incentive Stock Options, Nonqualified Stock Options, SOS, Nests, tax advantages, Internal Revenue Code, exercise price, vesting schedule, restrictions, employee retention, employee incentives, employee morale, shareholder interests, competitive compensation packages.

The Michigan Stock Option Plan of Hayes Wheels International, Inc. is a comprehensive program designed to incentivize and reward employees by granting them Incentive Stock Options (SOS) and Nonqualified Stock Options (Nests). These stock options serve as a valuable tool to attract top talent, boost employee morale, and align employee interests with the success of the company. Under the Michigan Stock Option Plan, employees have the opportunity to receive SOS, which provide certain tax advantages and are governed by specific rules outlined in Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code. These options are typically granted at a predetermined exercise price, allowing employees to purchase company stock at a later date. SOS are subject to various restrictions and typically come with a vesting schedule, incentivizing employees to remain with the company for a certain period of time before fully realizing the benefits of their stock options. Alternatively, the Michigan Stock Option Plan also includes the grant of Nests, which do not qualify for the same tax advantages as SOS. Nests offer greater flexibility in terms of exercise price and vesting arrangements, making them an attractive option for both employees and employers. Unlike SOS, Nests are not governed by the strict requirements of Section 422 and allow employees to exercise their options at any time, subject to the terms of the plan. By providing both SOS and Nests, Hayes Wheels International, Inc. ensures a well-rounded stock option plan that caters to a diverse set of employee needs. This approach enables the company to offer competitive compensation packages and retain key talent while aligning employee and shareholder interests. Keywords: Michigan Stock Option Plan, Hayes Wheels International, grant, Incentive Stock Options, Nonqualified Stock Options, SOS, Nests, tax advantages, Internal Revenue Code, exercise price, vesting schedule, restrictions, employee retention, employee incentives, employee morale, shareholder interests, competitive compensation packages.