SharesquareMotivate your teamwith virtual shares
With Sharesquare you can reward employees with share value and annual results, creating a healthy culture of growth. No equity dilution, no boring contracts, no complex spreadsheets.
- All-in-one platform
- Proven framework
- Expert support
Trusted by
THE FOUNDATION
Because incentives matter
Numerous studies show that equity-based rewards can have a huge impact on the company results and performance. The Sharesquare platform is built for founders and leaders who get it.
Align interest with shareholders
Virtual shares harmonize the relationship between employees and shareholders. The incentive cultivates a collaborative and unified culture where everyone is working towards the same goal: maximizing the company's value and profits. It simplifies leadership, as efforts are collective by nature.
Attract and retain talent
An incentive based on company shares is a powerful magnet for long-term-minded and value-driven professionals. A virtual share creates a unique employee proposition since it bypasses the burdens of joining. This, in turn, fosters a dynamic and goal-oriented workforce.
Boost productivity and sales
A direct stake in the company's share value cultivates a profound sense of ownership, increasing commitment and dedication towards work. It translates into a stronger focus on customer satisfaction, efficiency, and a greater willingness to go the extra mile.
VIRTUAL SHARES
Equity incentives without hassle
Virtual shares let people participate in the financial success of your company without becoming legal shareholders. You define the rules, the conditions, and the payout moments.
Share value
Virtual shares mirror the economic upside of real shares. When the company grows in value or distributes profit, participants benefit.
No ownership
No notarial deeds, no new legal shareholders, no dilution of existing ownership, no equity transactions. The structure stays clean.
Flexible rules
You decide who participates, how much they earn, when it vests, and what triggers a payout. Work with multiple grants, accross time.
Equity incentives without hassle
Virtual shares let people participate in the financial success of your company without becoming legal shareholders. You define the rules, the conditions, and the payout moments.
- Share value: Virtual shares mirror the economic upside of real shares. When the company grows in value or distributes profit, participants benefit.
- No ownership: No notarial deeds, no new legal shareholders, no dilution of existing ownership, no equity transactions. The structure stays clean.
- Flexible rules: You decide who participates, how much they earn, when it vests, and what triggers a payout. Work with multiple grants, accross time.
Built on experience
Hundreds of founders, finance leaders and HR professionals have created plans with Sharesquare. Here are a few of them.
Built on experience
- Jan Vos, Founder, Money-Phone: Sharesquare is a super good idea! Our employees feel more connected and share in the ultimate success of the company. I wish everyone could experience that feeling of co-ownership.
- Christophe Leclercq, Founder, EURACTIV: With Sharesquare's guidance, we were able to explain a potentially complex offering in simple terms that were immediately, universally and gratefully accepted by the people growing the company.
- Matthijs Huiskamp, Founder, Altura: Finally, an easy way to make your team co-owners and reward them extra for their efforts. No hassle with contracts or spreadsheets, everything in one platform backed by a team of experts.
- Marcel Gerritsen, COO, Alicia Insurance: One of our beliefs is that digital services should be ultra-simple. Sharesquare met that standard when it came to selecting an employee incentivization program
FAQ
Common questions
A few things people often ask before creating a virtual share plan
How quickly can I launch a plan?+
Some companies create a plan in a single day. Others use the platform to compare scenarios, evaluate design choices, and refine their approach before launch. The platform supports both.
Why not just give employees real shares?+
Real shares can be a great fit, but they also introduce ownership, governance, valuation, tax, and liquidity considerations. Virtual shares allow companies to reward a financial upside without changing the cap table or creating shareholder lock-in.
When do participants receive value?+
That depends on the plan. Some companies reward participants when the business is sold, while others link payouts to dividends, profit distributions, buybacks, or other milestones. The rules are defined by the company.
Who can participate in a plan?+
Anyone who contributes to the success of your business. Companies commonly include employees, management teams, freelancers, advisors, and other key contributors. The choice is yours.
Can I involve my own advisors?+
Yes, you can create a read-only or a co-admin account for the people you want to help you with the setup.
Why do I need a platform?+
Companies use Sharesquare to build virtual share plans on a solid legal, financial, and HR framework. The platform helps them avoid costly mistakes, keep everything organised, and give participants access to their own dashboard instead of relying on documents and spreadsheets.