2008 Biography

Emily Cervino, CEP, Director, Certified Equity Professional Institute, Santa Clara University

As Director of the Certified Equity Professional Institute (CEPI) at Santa Clara University, Emily leverages her 12 years of experience in the equity compensation field to develop and promote the rigorous standards of the CEPI. Emily coordinates program marketing and development to grow the CEP program and the professional recognition. She also coordinates an extensive volunteer base in defining course curriculum, test development, and standard setting to comply with the rigorous certification standards. Under Emily's leadership, the CEPI launched a research agenda focusing on risks and controls for equity compensation. Emily is a frequent speaker at equity compensation events, including the NASPP, Global Equity Organization, the NCEO, and, of course, the CEPI. Emily holds a BS from Santa Clara University and obtained her CEP designation in 1998.