Stock N' Roll podcast episode with Dirk Besse: Designing Equity Programs for Pre-IPO Growth Companies

Morrison Foerster partner Dirk Besse provides valuable insights into the development of equity incentives that balance employee motivation with long-term company growth, particularly in Germany and across Europe.

In the episode, we explore the design of pre-IPO equity programs and the so-called “pina colada threat” – the scenario where key employees cash out post-IPO and retire.

Whether you are a founder preparing for an exit, an executive designing retention strategies, or an employee navigating your own equity package, this episode offers practical insights for the entire pre-IPO process.

Listen to the episode.