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IN-PERSON REGIONAL EVENT
12 November 2026, 9am - 5pm GMT
PAN EUROPEAN REGIONAL EVENT
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12 November 2026

All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

SAVE THE DATE FOR 12 NOVEMBER 2026 - Stay tuned for updates! 

LIVE WEBCAST
14 May 2026, 1 - 2pm EDT
INSIDE CANADIAN EQUITY PLANS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
webcast

Andrew Schwartz, Computershare 
Cynthia Gosselin, Computershare 
Katherine Leung, EY

All plan types
Canada

Canada offers a wide range of equity compensation plans for Canadian employees, each with its own set of advantages, compliance requirements, and tax reporting obligations.

 Through a panel discussion addressing issuer, administrator, and employee perspectives, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how different Canadian equity plans are administered throughout the lifecycle—from initial enrollment, to dividend payment, to sale of shares, and the resulting taxation and reporting requirements. The panel will also discuss how these requirements come together in practice, current CRA enforcement activities, and best practices.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

  • Learn the key differences between Canadian equity plans, including their benefits, limitations, and applicable tax and reporting requirements.
  • Gain practical insight into issuer, administrator, and employee responsibilities for accurate tax tracking, withholding, and reporting for Canadian participants.
  • Take away actionable best practices to improve compliance and administration.


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!

IN-PERSON CONFERENCE
22 April 2026, 7 - 11:59pm CDT
25TH GEO AWARDS
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.

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!

IN-PERSON CONFERENCE
21 April 2026, 7am - 23 April 2026, 5pm CDT
GEO'S 27TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Austin

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!

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!

IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT
19 March 2026, 5:30 - 7:30pm EDT
ATLANTA CHAPTER MEETING
ATLANTA CHAPTER - IN-PERSON

Atlanta, GA

Trending now
All plan types
USA

JOIN US FOR THE FIRST ATLANTA CHAPTER MEETING OF 2026

Kick off the year with an interactive discussion exploring the evolution of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans—where they originated, how they’ve changed, and what those changes mean in practice today.

This session will break down what a 10b5-1 trading plan is, the regulatory backdrop behind its original design, and how recent mandates have reshaped their implementation and use.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

  • The core mechanics of 10b5-1 trading plans and the historical context that shaped their original intent
  • How recent regulatory developments have significantly changed plan requirements, governance, and reporting
  • Practical strategies for navigating today’s landscape—balancing compliance while still meeting executive needs

LOCATION
OpenArc Corporate Advisory Office
One Phipps Plaza
6th Floor
3550 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326

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.

Thank you to our host:

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ARTICLE
4 March 2026
AVOIDING COSTLY EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION MISTAKES: A STRATEGIC GUIDE
External News

Pave

Executive pay
Executive plans
Global

How can boards identify executive compensation mistakes? Learn the most common errors in C-suite pay that cost companies millions and how automated platforms prevent them.

ARTICLE
3 March 2026
IS A 4-YEAR VESTING SCHEDULE STILL STANDARD?
External News

Pave

Trending now
Stock options
Global

Is a 4-year vesting schedule still standard? At private companies, yes. But public company grant durations have declined steadily since 2020.

ARTICLE
26 February 2026
MANUFACTURING & EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP
External News

Lafayette Square Institute 

Data and business intelligence
USA

How ESOPs Address the Threat of Business Succession in American Manufacturing

ARTICLE
26 February 2026
SAVE AS YOU EARN (SAYE): WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR 2026
External News

JP Morgan Workplace Solutions 

General
Save as you earn (SAYE)
UK and Channel Islands

The state of play with SAYE for 2026.

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GEO VIRTUAL 2023 - ON DEMAND

Access 20+ live, 30 'Best of Edinburgh sessions and an inspiring keynote on-demand.

Available until 15 September

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