
Interactive Legal Hour: ESOPs, VSOPs & Beyond: Designing Startup Incentive Plans
3 Nov 2026 · 17:00 – 18:00 · Online (Zoom)
About this event
This interactive legal session offers startup founders a focused opportunity to explore employee participation plans alongside leading legal experts. Designed for a small group of up to 15 participants, the format encourages direct dialogue and confidentiality to tackle real-world equity structuring challenges.
What to expect
- Clear comparisons between ESOPs, VSOPs, and other equity structures
- Practical insights on valuation, taxation, and cap table management
- Direct Q&A and legal advice tailored to your venture's situation
Speakers
Ramona WyssPartner at Walder Wyss
Fabienne LimacherPartner at Walder WyssWho should attend
Startup founders and executives looking to implement or refine employee participation plans that align the interests of team members and investors.
About the host
The Swiss Startup Association represents the interests of Swiss startups by providing valuable resources, political advocacy, and educational programming in partnership with industry experts.
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