middle east Chapter

ISRAEL

NETWORKING EVENTS

CHAPTER TEAM:

Yael Elbaz Roiter, Infinite Equity, Chapter Lead

Odelia Pollak, IBI
Shachar Porat, Herzog Fox & Neeman Law Office

GEO BOARD CHAPTER LIAISON:

Odelia Pollack, IBI

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WELCOME TO THE CHAPTER ISRAEL

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.

LIVE WEBCAST

1 September 2026, 10 - 11am PDT

AI-Powered Equity Management: From Compliance to Strategic Value - ZOOM

Donna Bell, insightsoftware
Matt Lee, insightsoftware

Data and business intelligence

Operational effectiveness

All plan types

Global

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping equity compensation management, shifting it from a compliance-driven administrative function to a strategic enabler of business value. This session will explore how AI technologies are streamlining processes, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and helping organizations align equity programs more closely with broader business objectives.

Through practical examples and real-world use cases, attendees will gain insights into how AI can reduce administrative complexity, improve operational efficiency, and uncover strategic opportunities within equity compensation programs.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

Identify practical applications of AI that reduce administrative burdens and improve operational efficiency in equity compensation management.
Explain how AI-driven data and analytics can support more informed decision-making and align equity programs with company strategy.
Evaluate real-world examples of AI adoption to determine opportunities for creating greater strategic and business value through equity compensation programs.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

Field of study: Information Technology
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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LIVE WEBCAST

20 August 2026, 10 - 11am PDT

The Global Equity Gap: Why Ownership Doesn't Always Travel - ZOOM

Computershare

Finance, tax and accounting

Legal and regulatory

All plan types

Global

Companies often position equity compensation as a cornerstone of their ownership culture—but that promise doesn’t always translate globally. Regulatory complexity, tax considerations, and operational barriers can result in international employees being excluded from share plans or shifted into cash-settled alternatives, creating a disconnect between intention and reality. This session challenges those assumptions and explores what it really means for employees everywhere to own a piece of your company.

We’ll explore the “compliance gap” in cross-border equity and its impact on culture, alignment, and growth. Attendees will gain insight into the realities of balancing global consistency with local requirements, examine whether cash-settled awards truly deliver ownership, and uncover hidden risks while rethinking how to design equity programs that are both globally consistent and locally compliant.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

Identify the key regulatory, tax, and operational challenges that create the cross-border equity “compliance gap”
Evaluate the effectiveness of cash-settled awards versus equity in delivering true ownership and alignment
Apply practical strategies to design globally consistent, locally compliant equity programs

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!

LIVE WEBCAST

6 August 2026, 10 - 11am PDT

Beyond the Tax Notice: Delivering Effective Tax Communications to a Global Workforce - ZOOM

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

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

ARTICLE

4 August 2026

VEOLIA GLOBAL EMPLOYEE SHARE PLAN REACHES SUBSCRIPTION STAGE ACROSS 55 JURISDICTIONS

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.

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ARTICLE

4 August 2026

INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP 2026

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.

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IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT

7 September 2026, 9am - 12:30pm IDT

Israel Chapter Meeting - TEL AVIV

Tel Aviv

Trending now

All plan types

Israel

Join us for the Israel Equity Forum

After a one-year break since our last gathering in September 2025, we're excited to bring the GEO Israel Chapter community back together for a morning of learning, discussion, and networking.

Join leading experts from public and private companies, legal, tax, accounting, and equity administration professionals for an engaging program focused practical insights, emerging trends, real-world case studies, regulatory updates, implementation strategies, and best practices from some of the industry's leading practitioners.

We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of meaningful conversations, professional development, and the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues across the Israeli equity compensation community.

GENEROUSLY HOSTED BY:

LOCATION:
Microsoft For Startups
Midtown
144 Menahem Begin Blvd
Tel Aviv - Floor 50

REGISTRATION AND COST
Members and non-members are welcome to attend. Non-member providers will incur a fee - join GEO. Registration is required.
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ARTICLE

2 August 2026

EMPLOYEE SHARE OPTION SCHEMES IN 2026: FROM INCENTIVE TOOL TO STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE

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.

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LIVE WEBCAST

16 July 2026, 10 - 11am PDT

Building the Business Case for Equity Compensation (GEO Future Leaders Class of 2024) - ZOOM

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.

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

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.

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