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IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT
19 November 2026, 6:30 - 9pm CET
Belgium Chapter Meeting | ETEX LTI Policy and Defending LTIOPs to the Board - BRUSSELS
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Brussels, Belgium

Belgium

Join the GEO Belgium Chapter for an engaging session on designing and defending LTIPs at board level, followed by drinks, light bites and networking with fellow equity professionals.

SPEAKERS: Erik Mathys, Etex | Matthieu Sabonnadiere, Banque Transatlantique

As organizations balance talent retention, cost control and increasing scrutiny of compensation outcomes, the design and effectiveness of long-term incentive plans are receiving greater attention from boards and other stakeholders. Using Etex’s LTI policy as a practical case study, this session examines key considerations when developing an LTIP, including the decision to implement a plan, choice of award instrument, selection of performance measures and KPIs, and approaches to structuring payouts. The speakers will also explore the challenges companies can face when presenting LTIP proposals to the board and share practical approaches for building the business case and supporting effective decision-making.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

  • Identify key considerations when determining whether to implement an LTIP and selecting an appropriate award structure.
  • Assess approaches to selecting performance measures, KPIs and payout structures that support organizational objectives.
  • Evaluate strategies for developing and presenting the business case for an LTIP to the board.

LOCATION:
KPMG
Luchthaven Brussel Nationaal 1K 
1930 Zaventem 
Belgium
 

GENEROUSLY HOSTED BY: 

REGISTRATION AND COST:
Members and non-members are welcome to attend. There is no cost for this chapter meeting; registration is required.

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ARTICLE
16 October 2026
Retire Through Ownership Act Becomes US Law, Clarifying ESOP Valuation
External News

Office of Senator Tim Kaine

Legal and regulatory
All plan types
USA

The Act became law and clarifies reliance on longstanding IRS valuation guidance when determining adequate consideration in ESOP transactions.

IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT
9 December 2026, 3 - 7:30pm GMT
UK and Channel Islands Chapter Meeting - LONDON
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London

UK and Channel Islands

CELEBRATE THE YEAR WITH GEO!

Join us for an afternoon of industry insights, festive fun and networking as we celebrate another successful year for our share plan community.

Hear the latest updates from GEO and industry experts, catch up with colleagues and peers, and put your knowledge to the test in our festive Christmas quiz. There’ll also be plenty of time to relax over drinks and make new connections.

And don’t forget your Christmas jumper – there may be some extra festive recognition for the best one!

Come raise a glass, reconnect with the GEO community and celebrate the year with us. We look forward to seeing you there!

EVENT SCHEDULE:

3.00 – 3.30 pm | Arrival and welcome
3.30 – 3.45 pm | GEO update
3.45 – 4.45 pm | Economist and Linklaters updates
4.45 – 5.00 pm | Wrap-up and festive activity
5.00 – 6.00 pm | Christmas quiz
6.00 – 7.30 pm | Drinks and networking

LOCATION:
Linklaters
20 Ropemaker Street
London, EC2Y 9AR

GENEROUSLY HOSTED BY:

 

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
8 October 2026
Generali Links Global Employee Share Ownership to Sustainability Goals
External News

Generali Group

Design and strategy
Global
Italy

We SHARE 3 offers employee share purchases and additional matching, sustainability and dividend-equivalent shares; earlier edition had 23,400 participants across 30 countries.

IN-PERSON REGIONAL EVENT
11 November 2026, 5 - 8pm GMT
Pre-PERE Event | Clues, Competition, and Charity in Covent Garden - LONDON
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London

UK and Channel Islands

Ready to put your teamwork, creativity and problem-solving skills to the test?

Kick off your Pan European Regional Event experience with GEO for an evening of clues, competition, connection and giving back in the heart of London.

Starting at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery London, teams will head out into iconic Covent Garden for a fast-paced treasure hunt, tackling clues and challenges, earning points and competing for the top spot along the way.

It’s a chance to explore one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods while meeting and connecting with fellow GEO attendees before PERE gets underway.

Compete for a cause! There’s an even bigger goal behind the competition.

We’ve teamed up with ShareGift, who will generously make a donation of up to £5,000 to WaterAid, with the final donation linked to the collective performance of participating teams.

The better we do, the more we raise! Whether you’re coming to win, explore London or simply meet fellow members of the GEO community ahead of PERE, this promises to be a fun and energetic start to your event experience.

Team up. Explore. Compete. Make a difference.


AGENDA:

5.00 PM – 5.45 PM
Welcome, team formation and challenge briefing

5.45 PM – 6.00 PM
Teams depart

6.00 PM – 7.15 PM
Covent Garden Treasure Hunt Challenge

7:15 PM
Teams return to the Guinness Open Gate Brewery

7:30 PM onwards
Winner presentation and networking drinks

LOCATION:
The Guinness Open Gate Brewery London 
1 Mercer Walk,
Old Brewer's Yard
Covent Garden
London, WC2H 9FA
 

COST:
Members and non-members are welcome to attend. Registration is free for issuers and provider members.

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IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT
30 September 2026, 3 - 5pm BST
UK and Channel Islands Chapter Meeting - BRISTOL (SOLD OUT)
Bristol

Bristol

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UK and Channel Islands

SOLD OUT

FROM AUSTIN TO BRISTOL: YOUR GEO CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS TOUR


The GEO UK and Channel Islands Chapter is delighted to bring its GEO Austin Conference Highlights Roadshow to Bristol — marking our very first GEO Chapter meeting in the South West.

This interactive session will bring key insights and takeaways from GEO's 27th Annual Conference in Austin directly to the region, while also creating an opportunity for local members to help shape the future of GEO activity in the South West.

Designed to encourage open discussion and peer exchange, the event will combine conference highlights, issuer perspectives, practical examples, and collaborative conversation on the topics and support most valuable to the regional community.

Join fellow issuers and industry professionals to connect, share experiences, exchange ideas, and help define how the GEO Chapter can best support members across the South West going forward.

LOCATION:
JTC Offices
Crescent, Temple Back
Redcliffe
Bristol, BS1 6EZ
United Kingdom

REGISTRATION AND COST
Members and non-members are welcome to attend. Non-member providers will incur a fee - join GEO.  Registration is required.
View the event attendee terms and conditions.

ARTICLE
24 September 2026
SPIE Launches Tenth Employee Share Ownership Programme With 20% Discount
External News

SPIE

Employee engagement
Discount shares
France

SHARE FOR YOU 2026 opened from 24 September to 15 October; a 20% discount and five-year holding period apply.

IN-PERSON CHAPTER EVENT
22 September 2026, 10am - 5pm PDT
16th Annual NorCal Forum - SAN MATEO, CA
NorCal

San Mateo, CA 

All plan types
USA

Join your Bay Area equity compensation peers on 22 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.

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.

ARTICLE
18 September 2026
UK Employee Incentive Changes: EMI Reporting, Termination and Transfer Tax
External News

Osborne Clarke

Legal and regulatory
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

September employee incentives update covers EMI reporting from 2027/28, potential implications of unfair dismissal reforms for incentive awards, and proposed securities transfer tax.

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