GEO INSIGHTS

SPEAKERS: 
AUGUSTINE SERBAN, MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY 
ANTONIO CARCELES, EY 
GIANPAOLO MOSCHETTI, OPTIO INCENTIVES 
CESAREA SANCHEZ, SANOMA 
JAIME PAVIA, CUATRECASAS 
ANA GONZALEZ, IAG

Join us in Madrid for a GEO Chapter meeting exploring what’s working—and what isn’t—in Spanish equity plans, and how aligning incentives can drive long-term success. 

SESSION ONE – Spanish Equity Plans: What Is and Isn’t Working
In this session, three leading equity experts will explore the strengths and weaknesses of the current equity landscape in Spain. Discussion will focus on the €12,000 tax benefit currently available and whether revisions are needed to create a more supportive environment for equity incentive plans.

SESSION TWO – Aligning Incentives: Transforming Performance Frameworks into Equity Success
The alignment of equity incentive plans—both short-term incentives (STI) and long-term incentives (LTI)—with business strategy is essential to driving organizational success. While STI metrics often target annual performance, LTI metrics are designed to reinforce long-term strategic objectives. This session will examine how to structure both effectively so they strengthen a company’s vision and mission, foster sustainable growth, and maximize shareholder value.

LOCATION
C. de Almagro, 9
Chamberí
28010 Madrid
Spain

Both GEO members and non-members are welcome.  There is no cost for this chapter meeting, but registration is required. 

KICK OFF THE NEW FISCAL YEAR WITH THE NETHERLANDS CHAPTER!

To mark the start of GEO’s FY25/26 season, we’re excited to revive a much-loved GEO tradition from the pre-COVID years: informal networking drinks!

These relaxed gatherings provide practitioners in the field of equity-based compensation with the perfect opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences, and exchange perspectives on the latest developments in our industry.

We’re delighted to launch this first edition of the revitalized GEO Networking Drinks, generously sponsored by Shareforce, provider of all-in-one employee incentive compensation management.

LOCATION:
Grand Café Mahler,
Gustav Mahlerlaan 2970,
1081LA
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

There is no cost for this chapter meeting.  

Members and non-members are welcome to attend.  Registration is required.

View the event attendee terms and conditions.

Equity Excellence: Strategic Equity Plan Design and Year-End Execution 
presented by Stock and Options Solutions

SPEAKERS: Marc Tipton, Stock and Options Solutions | Jacqueline Read, Stock and Option Solutions

Year-end can be one of the most challenging times for equity plan professionals, requiring careful coordination of design, administration, compliance, and communication.

Join us to share best practices for designing effective equity compensation plans that align with organizational goals and attract top talent, while also addressing the practical realities of year-end execution.

Topics will include plan structure, grant types, vesting schedules, participant communication, and the administration of timelines, compliance requirements, tax considerations, and reporting.

Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to optimize their equity programs and ensure a smooth and efficient year-end close.

KEY LEARNINGS:

• Best practices for designing equity compensation plans that balance organizational goals and employee needs.
• Key year-end administration considerations including compliance, tax, and reporting requirements.
• Practical strategies to streamline timelines, communication, and execution for a successful year-end close.

LOCATION:
BDO Boston Office 
One International Place
Boston, MA 02110

There is no cost to attend this chapter meeting, and GEO members and non-members are welcome, but registration is required.

View the event attendee terms and conditions.

Join your Bay Area equity compensation peers on 17 September at Pinstripes in San Mateo, CA! 

We're bringing you the latest insights on current industry trends and challenges. This is your golden opportunity to stay at the forefront of your field. But it's not just about learning; it's about connecting.

This year, we’re thrilled to welcome Brandi Chastain to the Forum—proudly sponsored by Bank of America—as our keynote speaker, presenting Motivation, Performance, and Ownership: From Athletics to Business.

Meet us there to engage with your local NorCal chapter friends and other GEO members. Exchange ideas, build valuable relationships, and fuel your professional growth. 

It's more than an event; it's a vibrant community coming together to inspire, learn, and grow.

WELCOME TO THE BELGIUM CHAPTER LAUNCH!

We are pleased to announce the inauguration of the GEO Belgian Chapter. The ambition of the Chapter is to foster the circulation of knowledge, best practices and market trends within the long term incentives ecosystem, with contributions from leading experts and listed/private companies.

Agenda highlights:

• Presentation of GEO and the Chapter Team – Henk Debrock (Bekaert), Veerle Lerut (Baker McKenzie), Matthieu Sabonnadière (Banque Transatlantique)

• Case study: Bekaert’s global approach to long-term incentives – Henk Debrock, VP Compensation, Benefits & HRIS, (Bekaert)

• Panel discussion on remuneration trends and Belgian legal/tax developments

• Open Q&A, networking & cocktails

LOCATION:
Banque Transatlantique
14  rue de Crayer 
Brussels  
1000, BE

HELP THE UK AND CHANNEL ISLANDS CHAPTER GIVE BACK!

Join us for a meaningful and sociable evening on the eve of GEO's Pan European Regional Event (PERE), as we bring together the global share plan community for a night of connection and giving back.

This year, we’re proud to support Teams4U, a small charity based in North Wales that works with partners in Uganda, Sierra Leone, and Eastern Europe. Their Shoebox Appeal brings Christmas joy to children in need—and we’d love for you to be part of it.

We invite you to bring along small new items for donation (encouraged, but not required for entry):

• Playing cards
• Children’s puzzles (ages 3–11, small enough to fit in a shoebox)
• Sweets/candy (with a use-by date of after June 2026)

AGENDA

4:00 PM – Arrivals

4:30 – 6:00 PM – Charity activity: Shoebox packing and wrapping
Enjoy tea, coffee, and cakes while helping to pack shoeboxes with thoughtful gifts. You’ll also have the chance to include a handwritten note for the child receiving your box.

6:00 – 7:00 PM – Networking drinks (kindly hosted by Baker McKenzie)

7:00 PM onwards – Optional social at a nearby pub
Whether you join us to lend a hand, reconnect with familiar faces, or make new connections, we’d love to see you there!

Special thanks to our generous hosts: