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IN-PERSON CONFERENCE

22 April 2026, 7 - 11:59pm CDT

25TH GEO AWARDS

AUSTIN, TX

All plan types

Global

ATTEND THE 25TH GEO AWARDS GALA

Join the global share plan community in Austin, Texas on 22 April 2026 as we celebrate the 25th 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.

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IN-PERSON CONFERENCE

21 April 2026, 7am - 23 April 2026, 5pm CDT

GEO'S 27TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE

AUSTIN, TX

All plan types

Global

JOIN THE GLOBAL SHARE PLAN COMMUNITY AT GEO'S 27TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE

On 21 - 23 April 2026 more than 350+ global share plan and executive compensation professionals, company directors, senior managers, stock plan, HR, reward and benefits professionals will fill the halls at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas.

Our flagship conference is where the best equity minds meet. It brings together academics, thought leaders, stock plan experts and policy makers from across the globe to explore best practice in equity compensation and work together to drive a vision for future employee share ownership.

Unlock a world of possibilities – igniting inspiration regardless of your experience!

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IN-PERSON REGIONAL EVENT

10 December 2025, 9am - 6pm EST

EAST COAST REGIONAL EVENT

Boston, MA

USA

This East Coast Regional Event brings together company directors, senior managers, and experts in stock plans, executive compensation, HR, reward, and compliance from across the U.S. and around the globe.

Designed to foster connection and collaboration, this focused gathering will explore U.S. and global best practices in equity compensation, evolving regulatory developments, and innovative strategies to drive employee engagement through share ownership.

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IN-PERSON REGIONAL EVENT

12 November 2025, 9am - 6pm GMT

PAN EUROPEAN REGIONAL EVENT

London UK

Global

This year, we’re excited to host our event at a brand-new, centrally located venue, bringing together more than 200 attendees from Europe, the US, and across the globe.

With influential equity compensation decision-makers under one roof and three essential content streams, PERE 2025 offers a unique opportunity to strengthen your connections and enhance your global share plan knowledge.

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IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT

3 November 2025, 4 - 6pm CET

GEO ITALY CHAPTER MEETING

Milano, IT

Italy

WELCOME TO THE ITALY CHAPTER LAUNCH!

We are pleased to announce the inauguration of the GEO Italy 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. We are pleased to offer two session to kick off this brand new chapter!

SESSION ONE: Broad-Based Share Ownership Plans in Italy: Between Participation and Corporate Growth

In this session, the stories of Generali and A2A's broad-based share ownership plans will be shared — covering their origins, the challenges faced along the way, and the key takeaways that any company can draw on when looking to launch such a plan.

SESSION TWO: From Design to Engagement: Winning Strategies for a Broad-Based Share Ownership Plan

This session will be a round table discussion focusing on key aspects of broad-based share ownership plans, including design challenges, communication strategies to maximize participation, and the use of different share instruments — such as free, loyalty, and matching shares — to balance complexity and encourage employee participation.

A cocktail networking hour will follow the conclusion of session two.

LOCATION:
Deloitte Milan
Via Santa Sofia
28, 20122
Milano, Italy

FEES:
There is no cost to attend this chapter meeting, but registration is required.

Both GEO members and non-members are welcome.

A PRACTICAL INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL SHARE PLANS

Tailored for newcomers to the equity compensation industry, this comprehensive four-part educational program features experts from accounting, tax, legal, and administrative fields collaborating with issuer colleagues. Together, they deliver a globally-focused starter pack comprising core concepts and real-life case studies.

Ideal candidates are taking their first steps into their equity compensation career or those in related fields who are interested a ‘big picture’ basic overview of our industry.

Online classes are intentionally kept small to encourage interactive dialogues, allowing you to learn from both your peers and expert tutors.

Get ready — the next Bootcamp will be held on 15 October! Register today

VIRTUAL COURSE

14 October 2025, 7 - 9:30am PDT

GLOBAL SHARE PLAN BASICS BOOTCAMP - DAY 3

Virtual

All plan types

Global

A PRACTICAL INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL SHARE PLANS

Tailored for newcomers to the equity compensation industry, this comprehensive four-part educational program features experts from accounting, tax, legal, and administrative fields collaborating with issuer colleagues. Together, they deliver a globally-focused starter pack comprising core concepts and real-life case studies.

Ideal candidates are taking their first steps into their equity compensation career or those in related fields who are interested a ‘big picture’ basic overview of our industry.

Online classes are intentionally kept small to encourage interactive dialogues, allowing you to learn from both your peers and expert tutors.

Get ready — the next Bootcamp will be held on 14 October! Register today

VIRTUAL CHAPTER EVENT

13 November 2025, 11:30am - 1pm PST

VIRTUAL GREATER ROCKIES CHAPTER MEETING

Salt Lake City, UT

Trending now

All plan types

USA

END OF YEAR TIPS AND TRICKS

As the year draws to a close, it’s time to make sure your stock plan administration is wrapped up smoothly and efficiently. Join Colby Lish from My Equity Comp for this practical and informative session designed to help Stock Plan Administrators prepare for year-end with confidence.

Colby will walk through essential year-end tasks, share expert insights, and highlight valuable tips and tricks to help streamline your processes and avoid common pitfalls. Whether you’re new to equity compensation or a seasoned professional, this session will provide actionable takeaways to make your year-end close as seamless as possible.

LOCATION:
This is a virtual meeting. Login details for Zoom will be provided upon registration.

FEES:
There is no cost to attend this chapter meeting, but registration is required.

Both GEO members and non-members are welcome.

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LIVE WEBCAST

9 October 2025, 8 - 10am PDT

SHARE PLAN EXCEL ESSENTIALS

Virtual

Operational effectiveness

All plan types

Global

EXCEL ESSENTIALS FOR SHARE PLANS

Join us for a comprehensive hands-on session that takes you through the Excel essentials tailored for managing and optimizing share plan data. This stand-alone course provides attendees with a practical, interactive experience designed to enhance your proficiency in working with common functions and real-world scenarios.

In this course, you will:

Learn essential Excel tools tailored for share plan management
Solve common share plan challenges through interactive exercises
Use Excel to analyze, interpret, and make informed decisions

COST
Please refer to our Event Attendee Terms and Conditions for information.

Members: 129.00
Non-Members:159.00

ATTN: Bootcamp registrants! If you have enrolled (or are planning to enroll) for the October 2025 Virtual Bootcamp program, this course is included in your registration. You do not have to sign up for this course.

ANY QUESTIONS?
Please contact GEO's Program Services.

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