[finance-geek]

Seems like almost a total fail for me...50% over 9 years is about 5.5% return a year for a VERY risky asset. Something that risky warrants more. Also curious if that 50% return considers the upfront outlay, taxes upon grant, capital gains taxes, and the works...

[inthewoods]

It's 50% on top of initial investment and net of capital gains. But you're right - it's more or less a total fail. It was a small amount of stock, but right after I sold it I realized I probably should have just held it to see if they went public.