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EUROPEANCHAPTER

FRANCE
NETWORKING EVENTS
PEOPLE

CHAPTER TEAM:

Agnes Charpenet, Baker McKenzie (Chapter Leader)

Jean-Michel Candela, Banque Transatlantique
Colin Bernier, EY
Etienne Pujol, Berry Law
Jérome Laurre, Beyond Solutions

 


 

GEO BOARD CHAPTER LIAISON:

Amelie Desrochers, Deloitte

WELCOME TO THE FRANCE 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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REGIONAL RESOURCES

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ARTICLE
7 August 2026
EQUITY COMPENSATION ACROSS BORDERS: NAVIGATING US–UK TAX RULES FOR SHARES, OPTIONS AND DEFERRED PAY
External News

Collyer Bristow / EY

Finance, tax and accounting
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

Cross-border discussion of tax issues for US-connected employees in the UK receiving shares, stock options, RSUs and other deferred compensation.

ARTICLE
6 August 2026
DIALIGHT EMPLOYEE BENEFIT TRUST BUYS SHARES TO SUPPORT RESTRICTED SHARE PLAN
External News

Dialight / London Stock Exchange

Operational effectiveness
Restricted shares
UK and Channel Islands

Dialight's employee benefit trust purchased shares in the market to satisfy awards under the company's Restricted Share Plan.

LIVE WEBCAST
7 August 2026, 12 - 1am +07
Beyond the Tax Notice: Delivering Effective Tax Communications to a Global Workforce - ZOOM
tax comms

Morgan Stanley at Work

Communications
Finance, tax and accounting
All plan types
Global

Knowledge is power, particularly when it comes to understanding the tax implications of equity compensation. While many companies provide tools and resources to help participants navigate tax-related decisions, ensuring those communications are understood and acted upon across a diverse, global workforce remains a significant challenge.

This session will explore best practices for designing and delivering effective tax communications that resonate across different demographics, geographies, and levels of financial literacy. Through practical examples and client success stories, attendees will gain insights into creating accessible, engaging, and impactful communication strategies that improve participant understanding and support informed decision-making.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Identify common challenges and barriers to delivering effective tax communications across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce.
  • Evaluate communication strategies and tools that improve accessibility, understanding, and engagement with equity-related tax information.
  • Determine best practices for developing participant-centric tax communication programs that support informed decision-making and enhance the employee experience.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

 Field of study: Communications
 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

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ARTICLE
4 August 2026
VEOLIA GLOBAL EMPLOYEE SHARE PLAN REACHES SUBSCRIPTION STAGE ACROSS 55 JURISDICTIONS
External News

Veolia / Euronext

Employee engagement
Discount shares
France
Global

Veolia's 2026 employee shareholding operation reached its subscription stage, with eligibility across 55 jurisdictions and a 15% discount to the reference price.

ARTICLE
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.

ARTICLE
UK Reporting for Share Plans With UK Participants Due 6 July
External News

Cooley

Finance, tax and accounting
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

Annual HMRC employment-related securities reporting requirements for companies with UK participants.

ARTICLE
21 July 2026
SHARESAVE AT 45: LESSONS FROM THE EXPERTS
External News

Optio

Trending now
Save as you earn (SAYE)
UK and Channel Islands

To mark Sharesave's 45th anniversary, Murray Tompsett Optio,  Andrew Pendleton, Emma Parker (Tapestry) and Michelle Murphy (Evelyn Partners) for Optio's recent Sharesave at 45 webinar. This article draws on both academic research and many years of practical experience, exploring what drives participation, why communications matter, and the decisions that can make the difference between a plan that employees simply have, and one they genuinely value.

LIVE WEBCAST
17 July 2026, 12 - 1am +07
Building the Business Case for Equity Compensation (GEO Future Leaders Class of 2024) - ZOOM
future leaders

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!

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