Midwset

NORTH AMERICA CHAPTER

MIDWEST
NETWORKING EVENTS
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CHAPTER TEAM:

Joe Pancamo, BDO

Bojan Balaban, Verano

Thinh Nguyen, KPMG

Anne Hajigeorgiou, Morgan Stanley At Work

GEO BOARD CHAPTER LIAISON:

Michelle Tomasetti, Infinite Equity

WELCOME TO THE MIDWEST 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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IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT
20 August 2026, 3 - 5pm CDT
Texas Chapter Meeting - HOUSTON
Houston

Houston, TX

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All plan types
USA

Join us for a relaxed summer gathering designed to bring our Texas community together! Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the group, this is a great opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, connect with colleagues, and strengthen relationships across our network in a casual setting.

What to expect:

  • A welcoming environment to connect and unwind with peers
  • Fun, interactive activities at the start to help spark conversations and build connections
  • Light finger foods to enjoy throughout the event
     

We hope you can join us for an afternoon of networking, conversation, and summer fun!

LOCATION:
Yard House (CityCentre) 
800 Sorella Ct, 
Space 116 
Houston, TX 77024

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ARTICLE
14 August 2026
2026 ESOP RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION SURVEY
External News

National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO)

Employee engagement
All plan types
USA

New survey based on 433 respondents examining whether employee ownership helps companies attract and incentivise employees and how ESOP companies communicate ownership.

ARTICLE
7 August 2026
ORIC PHARMACEUTICALS USES OPTIONS AND RSUS TO RECRUIT NEW EMPLOYEES
External News

ORIC Pharmaceuticals / Business Insider Markets

Employee engagement
Non-qualified plans
USA

ORIC granted non-qualified stock options and RSUs to five new non-executive employees as inducement awards.

ARTICLE
7 August 2026
SPYRE THERAPEUTICS GRANTS STOCK OPTIONS AND RSUS TO NEW EMPLOYEES
External News

Spyre Therapeutics / Business Insider Markets

Employee engagement
Non-qualified plans
USA

Stock options and RSUs were granted as material inducements to new employees under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).

ARTICLE
6 August 2026
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External News

National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO)

Operational effectiveness
All plan types
USA

Technical content covering US ESOP diversification rules, calculations, participant communications, early withdrawals and extended diversification.

LIVE WEBCAST
6 August 2026, 12 - 1pm CDT
Beyond the Tax Notice: Delivering Effective Tax Communications to a Global Workforce - ZOOM
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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
NAVIGATING ESOP-TO-ESOP MERGERS
External News

National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO)

Design and strategy
All plan types
USA

Explores the roles of the corporation and ESOP trust, structuring challenges and strategies for executing ESOP-to-ESOP mergers.

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.

CHAPTER DISCUSSION BOARD

GEO members in your area can come together to engage in meaningful discussions, share ideas, ask questions, and connect with fellow members who share similar interests via GEOconnect. Whether you're a long-time member or a newcomer, we encourage you to participate and contribute to the vibrant discussions happening here.

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PAST EVENTS AND RESOURCES

Access details of past local events and their materials. Whether you missed an event or want to revisit the content, our community discussion board provides a platform to access event information, including presentations, videos, and discussions. 

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