ATTEND THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY GEO AWARDS GALA
Lone Star Ballroom, JW Marriott
AUSTIN, TEXAS
Join the global share plan community in Austin, Texas on 22 April 2026 as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary GEO Awards.
This milestone event will take place in the Lone Star Ballroom of the JW Marriott Austin, where we will honor the most innovative and impactful share plan and executive compensation strategies from around the world.
The celebration continues with an exclusive after party at The Edge rooftop, offering spectacular views and the perfect setting to connect with peers and friends across the GEO community.
A seat at the GEO Awards is included in the ticket price for all GEO's 27th Annual Conference attendees.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT
Whether or not you are attending GEO's 27th Annual Conference, you are able to purchase individual seats, tables of ten or table reservations via myGEO.
Your ticket includes:
- welcome drinks reception
- 3-course dinner with wines, beer and water
- after-party entertainment
AWARDS TICKETS OR TABLES
Attend the event individually, as a team or as a partner to network with your clients.
SPONSOR/PROVIDER TABLE RESERVATIONS
Seats at the GEO Awards are unallocated- select this option to host your clients at a VIP table of ten, at which you can enjoy a prime location and a sparkling wine reception.
DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO SEE THE WINNERS UNVEILED!
View the attendee event policy.
THE AWARD CATEGORIES
The GEO Awards recognize excellence in share ownership structures across ten distinct categories, highlighting the diverse ways in which companies can create effective share plans and drive employee engagement.
EXCELLENCE IN GLOBAL SHARE PLANS
GEO’s Excellence thought leadership program offers a unique way to learn from the best and gain insights into the best practices and strategies that drive successful share plan implementation.
THE AWARD WINNERS
The GEO Award winners represent the industry's highest flyers and strongest performers, showcasing their outstanding achievements and best practices.