It’s no secret that in recent years, pay equity has become an increasing focal point for organizations. Demands for companies to offer fair and competitive salaries, and to be transparent about them, are increasing, as are penalties for non-compliance. In 2024, women earn roughly 84 cents for every dollar that a man earns, according to Forbes, which is a stark reminder that gender equality still has a ways to go. In fact, according to Pew Research, the gender wage gap has barely closed..