Adam Góral, founder and CEO of one of Poland’s largest software providers, Asseco Poland, has announced he will forgo participation in a motivational program that would have granted him a 3% stake in the company.
“The decision is intended to eliminate a potential conflict of interest. I do not wish shareholders to be put in a position of voting on a management program involving my person,” Góral added. The program was slated for a vote at an extraordinary general meeting (NWZ) on February 24, 2026.
“Acting as the founder, I inform you that I have decided to completely resign from participation as a beneficiary of the management program scheduled for a vote at the Asseco Poland NWZ convened on February 24, 2026, encompassing a 3% stake in Asseco Poland and dedicated to my person. At the same time, I would like to emphasize that my decision does not constitute opposition to the idea of motivational programs as such” – Adam Góral wrote in his justification.
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In the fall, Total Specific Solutions (TSS) proposed a program aimed at Adam Góral and the management team. In January, the board convened a general meeting to decide on the establishment of a motivational program.
The initial proposal stipulated that the program would be in effect from 2026 to 2030 and would grant Adam Góral a total of 2.49 million shares of the company upon meeting certain financial criteria. With the current market valuation, this package would be worth close to 450 million złoty.
However, the proposal was not well-received by NN OFE, which holds 9.12% of the voting rights, and submitted a request to add an additional item to the agenda regarding the cancellation of treasury shares and a reduction in the share capital.
Góral wants shares to go to company managers
In his decision, Adam Góral expressed support for the initiative of the new shareholder and pointed to the strategic importance of motivational programs for managers responsible for implementing the strategy, financial results, and increasing the value of the company.
As he noted, “it is in the interest of the company and all its shareholders that the shares covered by the programs serve to strengthen the commitment of the management team, which is crucial for the future of the group.”
