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Apr. 30
In the rapidly evolving business landscape, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) have emerged as a pivotal strategy for fostering an engaged and motivated workforce. The heart of successfully navigating the ESOP ecosystem lies within the effective communication strategies deployed by an organization. At the forefront of these strategies are ESOP Communication Committees, whose role extends far beyond mere information dissemination. These committees are instrumental in creating, building, and sustaining education, alongside driving cultural improvements within employee-owned companies.
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Apr. 25
Pictured: The BAYCOM team, along with the co-CEOs of OwnersEdge, celebrate the Fastest Growing Company award on February 28. Katie Busch, president of BAYCOM, is pictured front middle. Christine Adee, CEO of OwnersEdge, is to the right of Busch in the front row and Rob Dillon, CEO of OwnersEdge, is in the back row to the right of Busch. In 2016, BAYCOM was acquired by OwnersEdge, a 100% employee-owned ESOP holding company based in Waukesha, Wis.
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Apr. 23
Aaron Moberger, an employee owner and Project Manager at Avid Products, was recently named as the inaugural Vice Chair of the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership’s advisory board. Aaron is the immediate past President of The ESOP Association’s New England Chapter, and for years has been a key volunteer leader in TEA’s chapter network. We asked Aaron to share his thoughts about his new leadership role with MassCEO, and how the organization can help grow employee ownership in the state.
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Apr. 18
The most common comments I hear from ESOP Advocacy Day attendees before participating are some version of “I’m not sure what to do/say” or “It’s a little intimidating.”
The most common refrains I hear after Advocacy Day: “This was easy and really fun” and “I can’t wait to do it again next year!” I encourage you to join ESOP Advocacy Day whether it’s your first time or you’ve been doing it for years.
The most common refrains I hear after Advocacy Day: “This was easy and really fun” and “I can’t wait to do it again next year!” I encourage you to join ESOP Advocacy Day whether it’s your first time or you’ve been doing it for years.
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Apr. 16
Just Announced: Dave Barry to Headline Awards Gala!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at National Conference as we celebrate the very best of employee ownership!
The ESOP Association's annual awards ceremony has always been a popular event, as we honor the best individual and ESOP company accomplishments. This year, we are taking it to a whole new level with the Celebration of Excellence in Employee Ownership awards gala.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at National Conference as we celebrate the very best of employee ownership!
The ESOP Association's annual awards ceremony has always been a popular event, as we honor the best individual and ESOP company accomplishments. This year, we are taking it to a whole new level with the Celebration of Excellence in Employee Ownership awards gala.
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Apr. 15
A newsletter for the members of the PA/DE Chapter of the ESOP Association
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A Note From Our President
Christy Magee, President
Hello,
Read the full issue here >>
A Note From Our President
Christy Magee, President
Hello,
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Apr. 09
Over the last five years, The ESOP Association has undergone significant changes as the executive team, Board of Directors, and TEA staff have strived to modernize, expand, and transform the Association’s capabilities and offerings in order to better serve our membership and the cause of ESOPs and employee ownership.
Earlier in March, The ESOP Association marked Jim Bonham’s five-year anniversary leading TEA and the Employee Ownership Foundation.
Earlier in March, The ESOP Association marked Jim Bonham’s five-year anniversary leading TEA and the Employee Ownership Foundation.
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Jan. 30
Inside this Issue:
Preview of the Upcoming OH/KY Chapter
2023 Spring Conference
Great Lakes Conference Recap
Legislation Update
Meet Your OH/KY Chapter Officers
New Member Spotlight
Thank Our Sponsors
Preview of the Upcoming OH/KY Chapter
2023 Spring Conference
Great Lakes Conference Recap
Legislation Update
Meet Your OH/KY Chapter Officers
New Member Spotlight
Thank Our Sponsors
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Chapter News
Jan. 26
For the first time since the 1990’s, The ESOP Association Board of Directors has voted to add new Chapters, including an all-new Rocky Mountain Chapter and a re-instated Florida Chapter.
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Jan. 26
This month's issue of the ESOP Report includes The ESOP Associations advocacy victories, the expansion of Chapters, and ESOP New Year's resolutions.
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