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Italian Chamber Coffee & Chat

  • Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and Macao Unit 1102-03, 11/F, 299QRC, 299 Queen's Road Central, Sheung Wan (map)
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The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and Macao invites you to join us for our Italian Chamber of Commerce Coffee & Chat on Monday, March 2nd, from 9 AM to 10 AM at the ICC Office. This informal session will offer a practical conversation on how Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) help fast‑growing companies attract, motivate, and retain top performers by turning employees into genuine owners of the business.

Over coffee, participants will discuss how ESOPs can complement salary packages, especially for young organizations competing with big‑tech compensation.​

What we will cover

  • How ESOPs create economic upside for employees without upfront cash investment, functioning as an additional long-term wealth and retirement tool.​

  • How linking ownership to company performance strengthens alignment, accountability, and productivity across teams.​

  • How ESOPs build an ownership-driven culture, increasing engagement, job satisfaction, and willingness to “go the extra mile.”​

  • Why a clear, rule-based ESOP framework (vesting, eligibility, liquidity) reduces perceived unfairness and supports scalable people policies.​

  • How ESOPs support succession and liquidity for founders and investors while preserving continuity and rewarding key contributors.​

  • Why ESOPs matter and how they fit within a broader fundraising journey.​

  • How much equity to grant to key hires and team members at different stages of growth.​

This Coffee & Chat is ideal for founders, HR leaders, and managers who want a practical, jargon‑free conversation on using ESOPs as a strategic people and growth tool.

Kindly note the following:

  • Limited seats are available, RSVP to secure your place. 

  • Cancellations must be provided in writing to: icc@icc.org.hk 5 days before the event. No shows will be charged.

  • By attending this event, you agree to be photographed, recorded, and/or filmed.

  • All events will be rescheduled or canceled if there is a Typhoon 8 (or above) or Black Rainstorm Signal.

For further information, please email icc@icc.org.hk.

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