As a corporate member of The ESOP Association, one of the smartest ways to maximize your membership is by engaging with your local TEA chapter. With 19 active chapters nationwide, you have access to year-round programming that’s designed to grow your team’s ESOP knowledge and help deepen your company’s commitment to employee ownership. No matter where you are in the country, a chapter event is available to you as part of your membership.
Attending chapter and regional events is the best way to educate yourself about your ESOP, exchange insights with other employee owners from your region, and give back to the ESOP community through chapter involvement. Chapter events foster pride and understanding of what it means to be part of an employee owned company, with an opportunity to build local relationships that last beyond the event.
And because TEA chapter events are closer to home, they are often very cost effective. By attending you get the benefit of learning from many of our top speakers and presenters on ESOP topics, but at an affordable price and with less time out of the office.
Here’s what some TEA members have had to share about their experiences at chapter events:
“I attended my first chapter event back in 2012 and it definitely gave me the foundation and understanding I needed to bring back and share at my company. I continue to attend events each year because of that. I think one of my best experiences has been sharing HdL's experiences at the communications fair at our annual chapter conference. It's so great to meet other engaged employee owners during this time and hear what they are doing to promote employee ownership as well as share our experiences. I also enjoy the networking events held during the conferences that allow us time to meet with other employee owners in a fun environment.”
— Jennifer Pierce, Communications Manager, HdL Companies, California/Nevada Chapter
“I wholeheartedly recommend TEA chapter events to anyone involved in an ESOP. These events are valuable on so many levels. The networking opportunities alone are outstanding, you’re surrounded by passionate, knowledgeable people who truly get what it means to be part of an employee owned company. Beyond that, the professional growth is incredible. Whether you’re just beginning your ESOP journey or you're well-seasoned, there’s always something new to learn. Chapter events also offer a deeper understanding of the structure, benefits, and long-term impact of ESOPs. Every event leaves me more inspired and informed.”
— Jessica Ogiba, Director of Communications, KE&G Construction, Inc., Rocky Mountain Chapter
Culture, communications, technical and financial issues, networking and much more -- chapter events help your ESOP grow and build stronger employee owners. They’re not just meetings, they’re tools for shared knowledge, connection, and long-term success. No other employee ownership organization offers high-quality education and training in an affordable, local setting. Make the most of your membership by checking out the list of upcoming events in your area and find one that works for you.
Ready to get involved? Upcoming events are right around the corner and filling up fast.
View the full schedule and register for upcoming events by visiting our Events and Meetings page.
