GEO AWARD WINNERS

Spain Chapter – 2025 Chapter Leadership Team of the Year

The Spain Chapter has earned the Chapter Leadership Team of the Year Award for building a vibrant, inclusive community driven by collaboration and innovation.

The leadership team has fostered strong relationships between issuers and providers, creating a dynamic space for education and idea exchange. Their commitment to growth and teamwork has elevated the chapter and delivered lasting value to its members.

Nordic Chapter – 2025 Chapter Leadership Team of the Year

The Nordic Chapter is recognized as a 2025 Chapter Leadership Team of the Year for cultivating a warm, cooperative environment that bridges markets across the region.

Thanks to the leadership team’s focus on accessibility and engagement, the chapter has become a trusted hub for knowledge-sharing and cross-border collaboration, reinforcing GEO’s global spirit.

Israel Chapter – 2025 Outstanding Achievement for Chapter Regional Events

The Israel Chapter receives the Outstanding Achievement for Chapter Regional Events Award for delivering high-impact programming that consistently draws large audiences.

With events that blend rich content, local relevance, and industry-leading insights, the chapter has become a go-to resource for the equity community in Israel, raising the bar for chapter-driven learning experiences.

NorCal Chapter – 2025 Outstanding Achievement for Chapter Regional Events

The NorCal Chapter has been recognized with the Outstanding Achievement for Chapter Regional Events Award for its continued success in building a loyal, active regional following.

Through strategic planning, creative programming, and strong connections with local members, NorCal has maintained thriving engagement and a growing footprint—year after year.

Greater Rockies, Utah Chapter – 2025 New Chapter of the Year

The Greater Rockies Chapter has been named a 2025 New Chapter of the Year for launching with enthusiasm and impact.

In a short time, the chapter has successfully brought together professionals across the region, creating meaningful opportunities for connection and professional growth. Their momentum sets the stage for long-term success. From their very first events, the chapter has prioritized accessibility, inclusivity, and collaboration—quickly establishing themselves as an exciting new presence in GEO’s chapter network.

Pacific Northwest Chapter – 2025 New Chapter of the Year

The Pacific Northwest Chapter has been awarded 2025 New Chapter of the Year for its dynamic debut and strong start in fostering regional engagement.

With a clear vision and energized leadership, the chapter has quickly grown a committed base of members and supporters, showing incredible promise for the future.

The UK and Channel Islands Chapter has been honored with the prestigious Chapter of the Year Award for its outstanding commitment to community-building and consistent member engagement.

With frequent events, a dynamic social media presence, and a powerful network of issuer and provider sponsors, the chapter has set a new standard for what a thriving, modern chapter can achieve. Their dedication to creating a welcoming, knowledge-sharing environment makes them a true inspiration within the GEO network.

The UK and Channel Islands Chapter is commended for its unwavering dedication and innovative approaches to cultivating and sustaining an engaged regional community.

The chapter has consistently demonstrated resilience and adaptability in its efforts to connect and support equity professionals throughout the region. Through a combination of virtual events, networking opportunities, and thought leadership initiatives, the UK and Channel Islands Chapter has successfully fostered a sense of belonging and collaboration among its members.

Their commitment to innovation and community building sets a shining example for chapters worldwide, making them worthy of commendation for their outstanding contributions to the GEO community.

The NorCal Chapter has been recognized with the Chapter of the Year Award for its outstanding achievements in maintaining a high level of engagement and hosting successful regional events.

Through their dedication and strategic approach, the chapter has not only sustained but also elevated its level of engagement, setting a benchmark for excellence in the face of a general decline in in-person event attendance.

The NorCal Chapter's unwavering commitment to its members and innovative event programming make it a truly deserving recipient of this prestigious award.

The New York Chapter has been honored with the Chapter of the Year Award for its groundbreaking approach to community engagement during challenging times. By introducing an innovative multi-city simulcast format, the chapter has successfully connected equity professionals across the East Coast, overcoming the persistent barriers to in-person event attendance brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

This pioneering initiative not only demonstrates the chapter's adaptability and resilience but also underscores its commitment to fostering meaningful connections and knowledge sharing within the equity community.

The New York Chapter's dedication to innovation and inclusivity has set a new standard for chapter excellence, making it a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.

Four chapters of GEO have been awarded the Best Chapter Community Engagement award for their exceptional efforts in creating a supportive and engaging community for their members.

NorCal, for example, has organized a wide range of events, including virtual happy hours, networking opportunities, and educational seminars. These events have allowed its members to connect with each other and learn about the latest trends and best practices in the industry.

The UK & Channel Islands chapter has also been highly active in creating a sense of community among its members. Its events have focused on both education and networking, and its leadership team has been highly engaged in responding to members' needs and concerns.

Similarly, the Greater China chapter has created a highly engaged and supportive community for its members. Its events have been highly diverse, ranging from virtual roundtables to in-person training sessions. Its leadership team has been highly proactive in promoting the chapter's events and engaging with members.

Lastly, the Israel chapter has been highly successful in creating a sense of community among its members despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. Its events have focused on both education and networking, and its leadership team has been highly responsive to members' needs.

Overall, these chapters have demonstrated exceptional community engagement efforts. They have created a sense of community among their members and provided them with valuable opportunities to learn from each other and stay connected with the latest industry trends. GEO's recognition of these chapters is a testament to the hard work and dedication of their leadership teams, and a reminder of the power of community in driving innovation and achieving success in the share plan and compensation industry.

Despite various challenges presented by the global pandemic, the UK and Channel Islands Chapter went above and beyond to remain connected with its members and community of supporters.

Building on its successful transformation, the Chapter continued to meet, plan and attend events, albeit online rather than in person. The Chapter also established a regular social media presence, attracting more members and supporters to its own local GEO community and to GEO globally.

For its dedication to the continuation of local networking and fundraising, GEO is pleased to award the UK and Channel Islands with a Chapter Award.

In 2020 the UK and Channel Islands Chapter went through a radical transformation and redefined its structure and strategic approach.

An entirely new leadership team was onboarded. Applications to join the team were solicited to ensure a broad and balanced skillset and roles carefully allocated to successful candidates.

The Chapter's events program was also reinvented. More events were hosted than ever before and a variety of social events punctuated the regular educational meetings, diverse enough in content to appeal to the X, Y and Z generations. Chapter activity was extended throughout the entire geography, with sub-committees established to support local market events. The Chapter also embarked upon sponsorship fundraising, not just in support of its local GEO community, but for GEO globally.

The Chapter is more than deserving of formal recognition for its creativity, dedication and for having the foresight and courage to start with a blank sheet of paper. Well done UK and Channel Islands!

Established in 2020, the Israel Chapter has quickly demonstrated a strong appetite for sharing and advancing knowledge within its local stock plan community.

All credit to the leadership team - not only has the Chapter hosted impressive events but they have been very well attended. Delegate numbers are consistently high and have included a high number of representatives from issuing companies.

After this flying start, we are excited to see what the future has in store for this Chapter and look forward to welcoming Israel's event attendees as new GEO members.