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CHAPTER TEAM:

Veerle Lerut, Baker McKenzie – Chapter Co Lead
Matthieu Sabonnadiere, Banque Transatlantique - Chapter Co Lead
Henk Debrock, Bekaert

GEO BOARD CHAPTER LIAISON:

Amelie Desrochers, Deloitte

WELCOME TO THE BELGIUM CHAPTER

This local chapter community is dedicated to sharing knowledge, experiences, and resources to help members develop their skills, expand their networks, and make a positive impact in their communities. You will have access to a wide range of valuable resources and opportunities including educational sessions and networking events. 

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4 August 2026
INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP 2026
External News

The ESOP Association

Trending now
All plan types
Global
USA

International employee ownership programme bringing together practitioners and stakeholders to discuss developments in employee-owned business.

ARTICLE
2 August 2026
EMPLOYEE SHARE OPTION SCHEMES IN 2026: FROM INCENTIVE TOOL TO STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE
External News

Global Advisory Experts

Design and strategy
Stock options
Global

Examines ESOP design, vesting, performance conditions and the strategic use of options to attract, retain and align employees.

LIVE WEBCAST
16 July 2026, 10 - 11am MST
Building the Business Case for Equity Compensation (GEO Future Leaders Class of 2024) - ZOOM
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Jordan Dorich, Gallagher 
Lewis Dulley, Tapestry 
Nicole Thomas, Shopify 
Meho Cerimovic, Baker McKenzie 
Danielle Roseland, Morgan Stanley at Work

Data and business intelligence
All plan types
Global

Join the inaugural class of the Future Leaders of Global Equity as they examine the evolving business case for equity compensation. Drawing on fresh survey data, broader industry research, and insights from the thought leadership paper Making the Business Case for Equity-Based Compensation: A Practical Framework for Driving Equity Adoption, this forward-looking session moves beyond foundational concepts to deliver a structured, outcome-driven approach to equity strategy. 

Designed for practitioners ready to elevate their influence, this session explores how equity programs can be intentionally aligned with organizational strategy, talent philosophy, and measurable business outcomes. Attendees will gain practical insights into how equity compensation can accelerate high-impact performance, support global growth, strengthen retention, and foster an ownership-driven culture across the workforce.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Identify the core business drivers that make equity compensation a strategic tool for talent, growth, and organizational performance.
  • Apply a practical framework for aligning equity programs with company strategy, workforce philosophy, and measurable outcomes.
  • Strengthen your ability to communicate and defend the value of equity compensation to leadership and key stakeholders.
     

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

 Field of study: Specialized Knowledge
 Levels: O
 Delivery method: Group Internet-Based
 Advanced preparation: None

CEP Continuing Education (CE) credit:1.0 credits *CPE credits are provided for live webcasts only.

Please visit our Continuing Education and Event Policies pages for more information.


COST

  • Members: Free access — Live and on-demand
  • Non-members: $85 per webcast — Live and on-demand

Unlock unlimited access! Join GEO from just $375/year and watch every webcast free—live or on-demand plus more member perks!

ARTICLE
10 July 2026
U.S. Backup Withholding Tax: What Every Non-U.S. Investor Needs To Know
External News

Sprintax 

Finance, tax and accounting
All plan types
Global

Summarizes the importance of submitting a valid W-8BEN (for shareholders outside the US holding US stock) . This usually prevents this withholding, ensures the correct tax treatment, and may qualify them for reduced withholding under a tax treaty.

ARTICLE
9 July 2026
7 Ai Prompts Every Compensation Analyst Should Know
External News

Pave

Trending now
Global

Which AI prompts should compensation analysts trust with generic tools—and which need a true comp agent? 7 ranked prompts, from safe to specialist-only.

LIVE WEBCAST
30 June 2026, 7 - 7:45am MST
EXCELLENCE IN GLOBAL SHARE PLANS: BEST PRACTICE INSIGHTS (HOSTED BY COMPUTERSHARE)
computershare

Elliot Alexander, Computershare 
Ceri Newby, Diageo
Jennifer Ritchie, Anglo American

Case Study
GEO award excellence
All plan types
Global

BEST PRACTICE INSIGHTS: WHAT AWARD-WINNING EMPLOYEE SHARE PLANS DO DIFFERENTLY 
HOSTED BY COMPUTERSHARE

Join Elliot Alexander, Associate Director, Relationship Management at Computershare, for a webinar discussion featuring Diageo and Anglo American, as they explore what sets award-winning employee share plans apart.

From driving broad participation and inclusive ownership to delivering clear, engaging communications that help employees understand and act with confidence, this session will provide practical insights you can apply.

Use their expertise to help you navigate employee share plan strategies with confidence and success.

WHY ATTEND:

  • Learn what top-performing share plans do differently – and how to apply it
  • Gain practical ideas to increase participation and engagement
  • Discover communication strategies that drive understanding and action
  • Take away actionable insights you can implement immediately


COST

  • Members: Free access — Live and on-demand
  • Non-members: Free access - Live I $85 per webcast — On-demand

Unlock unlimited access! Join GEO from just $375/year and watch every webcast free—live or on-demand plus more member perks!

LIVE WEBCAST
24 June 2026, 10 - 11am MST
CROSS-BORDER EQUITY PLANS: MANAGING VALUATION COMPLEXITY AND AUDIT RISK
23/2 June

Amit Majumder, Qapita 
Evelyn Tay, Qapita
 

 

Legal and regulatory
All plan types
Global

Cross-border equity plans can create a complex web of valuation requirements, especially when companies must align US 409A valuations, Indian merchant banker reports, and fair value measurements under ASC 718 or IFRS 2.

In this session, we’ll explore the most common mistakes companies make when managing global equity valuations across multiple entities and jurisdictions. Using practical examples and firsthand lessons from issuers operating internationally, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to approach fair market value versus fair value assessments, avoid audit and compliance issues, and strengthen their readiness for the next reporting cycle.
 

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Explain common valuation challenges in multi-entity and cross-border structures, including volatility, peer groups, discounts, and PWERM.
  • Describe common audit and compliance risks, including stale valuations, missed material events, and unsupported assumptions.
  • Define practical lessons and best practices for managing cross-border equity plans and audit readiness.

     

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

 Field of study: Specialized Knowledge
 Levels: O
 Delivery method: Group Internet-Based
 Advanced preparation: None

CEP Continuing Education (CE) credit:1.0 credits *CPE credits are provided for live webcasts only.

Please visit our Continuing Education and Event Policies pages for more information.


COST

  • Members: Free access — Live and on-demand
  • Non-members: $85 per webcast — Live and on-demand

Unlock unlimited access! Join GEO from just $375/year and watch every webcast free—live or on-demand plus more member perks!

ARTICLE
24 June 2026
WHAT GEO AWARDS JUDGES REALLY LOOK FOR: 10 TIPS FOR A STRONGER SUBMISSION
Awards
GEO award excellence
All plan types
Global

Successful GEO Award submissions clearly tell the story behind the achievement by defining the challenge, explaining the solution, and demonstrating measurable business impact. Judges value authentic, issuer-led innovation supported by data, clear outcomes, and lessons that can benefit the broader equity compensation community. Companies of any size can submit a winning entry by focusing on meaningful results, creativity, and compelling storytelling.

ARTICLE
9 June 2026
Veolia Launches A New Employee Stock Ownership Plan Offered To 180,000 Group Employees
External News

euronext

Case Study
Employee stock purchase plans (ESPP)
Global

Veolia launched a global employee stock ownership plan for approximately 180,000 employees across 55 countries. The plan offers discounted shares through company savings schemes, reinforcing employee participation in the company's long-term growth and sustainability strategy

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