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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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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
16 July 2026, 1 - 2pm EDT
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!

ARTICLE
14 July 2026
Exit - Selling Your Company And What That Means For Employee Equity Award Holders
External News

CMS

Private and pre-IPO companies
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

Outline of how employee ownership preserves company culture, rewards staff, and supports business continuity while giving owners a viable exit. Although the process can be more complex and require careful planning, it can benefit owners, employees, and the long-term success of the business when structured effectively.

ARTICLE
13 July 2026
What HMRC's Newest Employee Share Scheme Statistics Reveal
External News

Vestd

General
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

Analysis of HMRC's latest employee share scheme data, highlighting trends in EMI, CSOP and other tax-advantaged plans. The article discusses growing adoption, changing employer behaviour and what the figures suggest about employee ownership in UK businesses.

ARTICLE
13 July 2026
What HMRC's Newest Employee Share Scheme Statistics Tell Us
External News

Vestd

Data and business intelligence
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

Analysis of the latest UK statistics, including changes in CSOP, EMI, SAYE and SIP usage.

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.

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