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KEYNOTE ADDRESSES

GEO takes pride in partnering with keynote speakers that represent the most influential, forward thinking, and astute leaders from business, academia and everyday life to share their stories and ideas and make a difference to your work and personal life and enhance your conference experience.

Monday, 28 April 2025
12.30 - 14.00

silvia
Former Coca-Cola Global Director of Happiness, Marketing and Communications

SILVIA GARCIA

The single most important competitive advantage for any business is their employees. However, 52% of employees are actively seeking a new job, according to Gallup’s global survey. Why? 

Gallup found employees want a work culture with higher engagement and wellbeing, essential for happiness. This represents a huge opportunity for those organizations wanting to retain and attract the best talent. Silvia Garcia, world recognised expert on leadership and work culture, will inspire the audience to create work cultures where people and business thrive. Based on the latest science discoveries, Silvia Garcia will give the keys to unlock eight dimensions of happiness at work and will prove their direct impact on business results.

The future may be challenging and uncertain, but it is not set in stone. You will be left empowered to own a future of unimagined opportunities.  

Wednesday, 30 April 2025
14.30 - 16.00

jason
Former Creative Development Head at Warner Bros

JASON BEVAN

Packed with insider secrets, movie footage and inspiration from 19 years working in the big film world, Jason shows how innovation and creativity has become one of our most valuable and potent business skills where humans still outperform the growing powers of artificial intelligence.

He demystifies the psychology of how we generate ideas with simple logic and gives clear, easy to follow steps and tools we can all apply to our work and home lives, regardless of our walk of life. All taken from some of the most creative people in the film world; Jason's talks show how we can tap into the creativity and storytelling skills we already have, but often don't use…including people that don't think they are innovative! 

It's a chance to transform your thinking, identify what triggers your own ideas and embed a culture of creativity into your organisation, with a fun, uplifting and highly energetic, movie-led experience

You will hear clear, practical tips to take away that can be very quickly and easily used to strong and sometimes transformational effect.

ISSUER-EVENT KEYNOTE AND GEO AWARDS HOST

Duncan
Influence, collaboration, and leadership keynote speaker, professional mentalist and author

DUNCAN STEVENS

Duncan is a leading authority on building high-performing teams and leaders, influencing and persuading, and fostering collaboration and change. Duncan's dynamic keynotes are a staple at Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies worldwide.

With over 15 years of experience, Duncan combines his background in behavioural psychology with his talents as a best-selling author and award-winning mentalist. His captivating presentations leave audiences inspired and equipped with actionable strategies to enhance their performance and impact bottom-line results.

Duncan's expertise has taken him to global stages, including prestigious companies like Shell, KPMG, P&G, and EY. Holding a BA Hons degree in Business and Psychology and the prestigious Zayed Award for Speaking, Duncan is dedicated to unlocking the untapped potential in teams and leaders. His fun, interactive, and content-rich keynotes are designed to change perspectives and create new opportunities.

From inspiring leaders to helping teams unlock their creative potential, Duncan's presentations deliver practical, actionable strategies to improve performance. 

Attendees of GEO Prague will love Duncan's charisma, discipline, and skill - his sessions are guaranteed to be a memorable experience!

SPECIAL NETWORKING SESSIONS

Join us for exclusive sessions tailored to bring together like-minded attendees for networking and enjoyment. 

Get ready to forge valuable connections, share insights, and have a great time in a welcoming and engaging atmosphere.

Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your conference experience!

SUNDAY, 27 APRIL 2025

Sunday, 27 April 2025
17.00 - 18.00

happy hour
GEO Chapter leaders and co-ordinators only

CHAPTER HAPPY HOUR

HILTON PRAGUE LOBBY - PRIVATE AREA

Come join us for a happy hour event and connect with other Chapter Leaders!

We want to say thank you for all your hard work organizing GEO events in your area, and we're excited to meet leaders from around the world.

Sunday, 27 April 2025
18.00 - 19.30

fellows drinks
GEO Fellows only

GEO FELLOWS NETWORKING DRINKS

HILTON PRAGUE LOBBY - PRIVATE AREA

Join us for an exclusive networking drinks event designed for Fellows of Global Equity! This is your chance to connect with industry experts from around the world before the conference kicks off.

During this gathering, you'll be among peers eager to share best practices, delve into industry trends, and welcome the latest additions to our esteemed Fellows community.

This year, we have invited the inaugural class of Future Leaders to attend so that our Fellows can meet the next gen global share plan leaders.

It's an opportunity not to be missed!

MONDAY, 28 APRIL 2025

Monday, 28 April 2025
8.30 - 9.30

issuer council
GEO's Issuer Council members only

ISSUER COUNCIL MEETING

LEVEL M - KARLIN 4 

GEO Issuer Advisory Council members are invited to discover the power of in-person collaboration before the doors open to conference attendees.

Proudly chaired by the GEO Board Issuer Committee, the agenda is thoughtfully designed to cover a spectrum of topics. This is your chance to actively contribute to the global dialogue surrounding GEO's mission.

If you have specific topics you'd like to see on the agenda, we welcome your input in advance.

Mark your calendars, pack your ideas, and let's shape the future of GEO together at this not-to-be-missed in-person meeting.

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The Issuer Advisory Council of GEO convenes regularly, fostering a dynamic and engaging dialogue among its members on a global scale.

This important group collaboratively addresses a spectrum of issues, ranging from intricate matters concerning GEO's strategic trajectory to advisory decisions regarding GEO's content and events.

Participation in these discussions is open to all interested issuer members, ensuring a diverse and comprehensive exchange of insights from around the world.

JOIN THE ISSUER COUNCIL

Monday, 28 April 2025
9.30 - 11.30

issuer blonde lady
Conference issuer attendees only

ISSUER-ONLY KEYNOTE AND NETWORKING EVENT

LEVEL M - PALMOVKA 1, 2, 3

Get ready to kick off the conference in style! Meet your global peers at an exclusive Issuer-only learning and networking event.

Influence and Persuasion Masterclass 
Hear from keynote speaker, Duncan Stevens, on how you can turn more 'maybes' into YES! You will gain tactical insights and frameworks to improve communication, influence, and performance and leave with practical, actionable strategies to enhance influence and collaboration, leaving you confident and ready to make an immediate impact.

The keynote will be followed by roundtable sessions at which you can reconnect with familiar faces and forge new connections with colleagues from around the world.

Monday, 28 April 2025
18.00 - 22.30

cruise
All conference attendees welcome

VIP BOAT TOUR OPENING NIGHT PARTY

CONGRESS HALL FOYER, LOWEL LEVEL - EVENT COLLECTION POINT

Join us at the GEO Prague Opening Night Party as we celebrate the end of the first day of GEO's 26th Annual Conference!

Enjoy drinks while you wait to join your coach transfer to the Grand Bohemia for a one-of-a-dinner cruise with spectacular views along Prague's famous Vltava River. 

Admire the city’s top attractions from the water’s edge, and soak up the city's ambiance while you enjoy a gourmet, buffet dinner; bottomless drinks; and live entertainment. 

Remember to bring your conference badges for entry to the event!

Guest tickets are available to purchase.

Already registered for the conference? Just visit the reservation page and 'MODIFY' your booking

TUESDAY, 29 APRIL 2025

Tuesday, 29 April 2025
8.00 - 9.00

breakfast
GEO Fellows, Future Leaders and attendees new to GEO's conference only

FIRST TIMERS, FELLOWS AND FUTURE LEADERS' BREAKFAST

LEVEL M - KARLIN 1

New to the GEO community? Come join us for a delightful mimosa breakfast event where you'll have the chance to network with GEO Fellows and fellow first-time conference attendees.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your network and exchange ideas with fellow professionals. See you there!

Tuesday, 29 April 2025
19.30 - midnight

awards
Free for conference attendees - additional tickets available for purchase

THE 2025 GEO AWARDS

CONGRESS HALL FOYER, LOWEL LEVEL - EVENT COLLECTION POINT

ŽOFÍN PALACE
DRESS CODE: BLACK TIE (OPTIONAL)

Attend the highly anticipated GEO Awards gala, where you'll join the industry's most prestigious global representatives in recognizing the best of the best in global share plan design and administration.

This exclusive event is not only an opportunity to celebrate excellence and network with industry leaders, but also a chance to show your team how much you appreciate their hard work and achievements.

Enjoy an evening of entertainment, special guests, and magical moments as you unwind with friends and peers in an unforgettable setting - the remarkable neo-Renaissance Žofín Palace.

The awards gala will be followed by an after party at the Cloud9 Sky Bar and Lounge in the Prague Hilton.

PURCHASE INDIVIDUAL TICKETS, TABLES AND SPONSORSHIPS

Already registered for the conference? Just visit the reservation page and 'MODIFY' your booking

WEDNESDAY, 30 APRIL 2025