Employee Ownership Expansion Network

?Expanding ESOPs through acquisitions is an incredible way to help build wealth in communities. The initial transition can also be confusing for employees unfamiliar with what employee ownership will mean for them and their jobs. Jules Pequignot, a senior process tech at Web Industries in Fort Wayne, Indiana, shares his story about acquisition from the employee perspective with the Fort Wayne Business Journal. Read the full story now --> https://lnkd.in/eDMcd_dH #employeeownership #businessinnovation #business #esop #employeeowned

??Check out this great interview with Georgia Center for Employee Ownership (GACEO)'s Executive Director, Marie B. Davis, and Nathan A. Stuck, MBA on B Local Georgia's 'B the Change' podcast. Marie shares her personal connection to this work, reflecting on how her family's business could have possibly lived on if her parenown about employee ownership models. Listen Now -->https://lnkd.in/eiBNK6NM

Incredible news from California about an incredible and longtime #employeeownership ambassador - Joseph Cabral. Kudos to you Joe for making such a significant donation to help expand employee ownership in Calfiornia! https://lnkd.in/eShfGmqh

? The countdown is on! Just 10 days until our webinar on Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs)! ? Did you know there are four types of employee ownership structures? One of the newest to gain traction in the U.S. is the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)—a model that ensures companies operate for the benefit of employees into perpetuity. Unlike ESOPs, EOTs don’t provide direct equity stakes but instead focus on profit sharing and worker benefits—all while being significantly more affordable to establish and manage. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more! Register now—March 13 is approaching fast! ?? ?? Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gaHr4ZC3 #EmployeeOwnership #EOT #FutureOfWork #BusinessForGood

?? Calling all CPAs, Financial Planners, and Attorneys! Learn how employee ownership can be a powerful exit strategy for your clients. "Advisors’ Edge: Unlocking Employee Ownership for Your Clients" is a free training program designed specifically for CPAs, financial planners, and attorneys, brought to you by Iowa Center for Employee Ownership in collaboration with the Employee Ownership Expansion Network and Project Equity. This one-hour course equips trusted advisors with the tools and insights needed to guide their clients through the transition to employee ownership. Attendees will earn CE credit (1 hour for NASBA, CFP, EPI-CEPA and/or BEI), enhancing their professional expertise while learning about: ?? The fundamentals of employee ownership structures ?? The financial and tax benefits of employee ownership ?? Best practices for supporting business owners considering employee ownership as an exit strategy Empower your clients to build enduring legacies, retain jobs in their communities, and unlock new possibilities for their businesses—all while elevating your practice with actionable, accredited knowledge. ?? Register now for the April 20th webinar by scanning the QR code below or visiting our website at https://lnkd.in/gJqhbzis IA-CEO.org #ESOP #EmployeeOwnership #WorkerCooperative #EOT #CPA #ESOPtraining #FinancialPlanning

?? We will see you at the Annual Ohio Employee Ownership Conference! MICEO is excited to support the Annual Ohio Employee Ownership Center Conference, a premier event for employee-owned companies and ESOP professionals! ?? ?? Date: April 9-10, 2025; April 9th will be the Pre-conference events ?? Location: Akron Fairlawn Hilton @ 3180 W Market St, Akron, OH 44333 ?? Engaging Sessions – Gain insights from top #ESOP experts ?? #Networking Opportunities – Connect with like-minded professionals ?? Interactive Roundtables – #Learn from diverse perspectives ?? Inspiring Keynotes – Hear from influential thought #leaders Don't miss this opportunity to innovate, connect, and grow with the ESOP community! ?? Register today: https://lnkd.in/gw4iQTyH #MICEO #EmployeeOwnership #OhioEOConference

?? JOIN THE MOVEMENT and help us turn the state of #Michigan into a place where every working person can be an employee-owner! The MICEO is a proud member of the Employee Ownership Expansion Network (EOX). EOX is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization acting as the Fiscal Sponsor for the MICEO while we await approval of our own 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. We rely on the #support of companies and individuals like you who believe in the power of #employeeownership. Your donation to EOX as the Fiscal Sponsor for the MICEO directly supports our mission in Michigan. Donate HERE: https://lnkd.in/gC-yAjC2

We had great interaction with economic development executives from across the country at the recent International Economic Development Council's Leadership Summit. We even had leaders from Nigeria and Bermuda stop by to learn about the "#employeeownership thing". Thanks to David Zak of the Ohio Economic Development Association and Mark Burdette, EDP of West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) BusinessLink for stopping by to take selfies!

After Whatcom Community Foundation learned of the impact of employee ownership, they dedicated $500,000 in funding over three years to help launch Washington Center for Employee Ownership. "Employee Ownership: A Strategy for Thriving Communities" by Mauri Ingram Patricia Kwan and @Alexandrea Spaulding discuss the benefits of EO, such as better compensation, higher productivity, and greater civic engagement among employee-owners. It also takes a look at statewide expansion strategies! Read the full article now: https://lnkd.in/gUm9kb38

Your work, your ownership, your future! For the first time, the NCEO is hosting a FREE, open-to-the-public bilingual Community Conversation just for frontline workers like you! Did you know that employee-owners have 92% higher median household wealth than non-owners? Cecilia Garcia from Blue Ridge Associates will break down what ESOPs are, share real-world examples, and give you practical strategies to understand the true value of employee ownership. This engaging webinar will help you learn how your ESOP benefits you and your family, how your work contributes to your company’s success, and how ownership builds financial security. Registration closes today! https://lnkd.in/gUR9xetq