ESOPs 360°: From Launch to Exit – A Practical Guide with Live Q&A

About this Webinar:

Thinking about launching an ESOP but unsure where to start? Not sure how to take your stock options from a grant letter to actual returns? This webinar is your complete guide to understanding the ESOP process—from setting up a plan to cashing out.

Whether you're a founder creating an ESOP for the first time, an HR leader managing stock options, or an employee looking to make the most of your benefits, this session will break down complex ESOP concepts into simple, practical insights.

Join us as we explore key ESOP trends, tax rules, and ways employees can sell their shares—all backed by real-world data and expert advice. Plus, get your most pressing questions answered live!

During this webinar, we will:

• Understand ESOP structures – Learn about different stock option plans (ESOPs, RSUs, SARs, ESPPs) and which one fits your company.
• Go through the ESOP process – From grant letters to vesting, exercising, and selling shares, see how ESOPs work step by step.
• Look at market trends – Learn how startups are offering ESOPs, major buyback trends, and the growing role of employee equity.
• Simplify ESOP taxation – Understand tax at exercise and sale, tax-saving options, and compliance requirements.
• Explore liquidity options – Learn how employees can sell their ESOPs through buybacks, secondary sales, M&As, or IPOs.
• Live Q&A – Ask your questions and get expert answers.