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FRANCE
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CHAPTER TEAM:

Agnes Charpenet, Baker McKenzie (Chapter Leader)

Jean-Michel Candela, Banque Transatlantique
Colin Bernier, EY
Etienne Pujol, Berry Law
Jérome Laurre, Beyond Solutions

 


 

GEO BOARD CHAPTER LIAISON:

Amelie Desrochers, Deloitte

WELCOME TO THE FRANCE CHAPTER

This local chapter community is dedicated to sharing knowledge, experiences, and resources to help members develop their skills, expand their networks, and make a positive impact in their communities. You will have access to a wide range of valuable resources and opportunities including educational sessions and networking events. 

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REGIONAL RESOURCES

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IN-PERSON REGIONAL EVENT
12 November 2026, 9am - 5pm GMT
Pan European Regional Event - LONDON
London

12 November 2026

All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

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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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.

LIVE WEBCAST
1 September 2026, 10 - 11am MST
AI-Powered Equity Management: From Compliance to Strategic Value - ZOOM
ai webcast

Donna Bell, insightsoftware 
Matt Lee, insightsoftware

Data and business intelligence
Operational effectiveness
All plan types
Global

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping equity compensation management, shifting it from a compliance-driven administrative function to a strategic enabler of business value. This session will explore how AI technologies are streamlining processes, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and helping organizations align equity programs more closely with broader business objectives.

Through practical examples and real-world use cases, attendees will gain insights into how AI can reduce administrative complexity, improve operational efficiency, and uncover strategic opportunities within equity compensation programs.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Identify practical applications of AI that reduce administrative burdens and improve operational efficiency in equity compensation management.
  • Explain how AI-driven data and analytics can support more informed decision-making and align equity programs with company strategy.
  • Evaluate real-world examples of AI adoption to determine opportunities for creating greater strategic and business value through equity compensation programs.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

 Field of study: Information Technology
 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!

LIVE WEBCAST
20 August 2026, 10 - 11am MST
The Global Equity Gap: Why Ownership Doesn't Always Travel - ZOOM
webcast

Computershare

Finance, tax and accounting
Legal and regulatory
All plan types
Global

Companies often position equity compensation as a cornerstone of their ownership culture—but that promise doesn’t always translate globally. Regulatory complexity, tax considerations, and operational barriers can result in international employees being excluded from share plans or shifted into cash-settled alternatives, creating a disconnect between intention and reality. This session challenges those assumptions and explores what it really means for employees everywhere to own a piece of your company.

We’ll explore the “compliance gap” in cross-border equity and its impact on culture, alignment, and growth. Attendees will gain insight into the realities of balancing global consistency with local requirements, examine whether cash-settled awards truly deliver ownership, and uncover hidden risks while rethinking how to design equity programs that are both globally consistent and locally compliant.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

  • Identify the key regulatory, tax, and operational challenges that create the cross-border equity “compliance gap”
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of cash-settled awards versus equity in delivering true ownership and alignment
  • Apply practical strategies to design globally consistent, locally compliant equity programs


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!

ARTICLE
7 August 2026
EQUITY COMPENSATION ACROSS BORDERS: NAVIGATING US–UK TAX RULES FOR SHARES, OPTIONS AND DEFERRED PAY
External News

Collyer Bristow / EY

Finance, tax and accounting
All plan types
UK and Channel Islands

Cross-border discussion of tax issues for US-connected employees in the UK receiving shares, stock options, RSUs and other deferred compensation.

ARTICLE
6 August 2026
DIALIGHT EMPLOYEE BENEFIT TRUST BUYS SHARES TO SUPPORT RESTRICTED SHARE PLAN
External News

Dialight / London Stock Exchange

Operational effectiveness
Restricted shares
UK and Channel Islands

Dialight's employee benefit trust purchased shares in the market to satisfy awards under the company's Restricted Share Plan.

LIVE WEBCAST
6 August 2026, 10 - 11am MST
Beyond the Tax Notice: Delivering Effective Tax Communications to a Global Workforce - ZOOM
tax comms

Morgan Stanley at Work

Communications
Finance, tax and accounting
All plan types
Global

Knowledge is power, particularly when it comes to understanding the tax implications of equity compensation. While many companies provide tools and resources to help participants navigate tax-related decisions, ensuring those communications are understood and acted upon across a diverse, global workforce remains a significant challenge.

This session will explore best practices for designing and delivering effective tax communications that resonate across different demographics, geographies, and levels of financial literacy. Through practical examples and client success stories, attendees will gain insights into creating accessible, engaging, and impactful communication strategies that improve participant understanding and support informed decision-making.

KEY LEARNING POINTS:

  • Identify common challenges and barriers to delivering effective tax communications across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce.
  • Evaluate communication strategies and tools that improve accessibility, understanding, and engagement with equity-related tax information.
  • Determine best practices for developing participant-centric tax communication programs that support informed decision-making and enhance the employee experience.

CPE CREDIT HOURS: 1.0*

 Field of study: Communications
 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!

ARTICLE
4 August 2026
VEOLIA GLOBAL EMPLOYEE SHARE PLAN REACHES SUBSCRIPTION STAGE ACROSS 55 JURISDICTIONS
External News

Veolia / Euronext

Employee engagement
Discount shares
France
Global

Veolia's 2026 employee shareholding operation reached its subscription stage, with eligibility across 55 jurisdictions and a 15% discount to the reference price.

ARTICLE
4 August 2026
INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP 2026
External News

The ESOP Association

Trending now
All plan types
Global
USA

International employee ownership programme bringing together practitioners and stakeholders to discuss developments in employee-owned business.

CHAPTER DISCUSSION BOARD

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PAST EVENTS AND RESOURCES

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