Tag: esops
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The Force Multiplier
Why Investors and Businesses Are Betting on Employee Ownership When Bob Moore, co-founder and CEO of Bob’s Red Mill, passed away in February 2024, he left behind more than just a successful whole-grain foods brand—he left a legacy of employee ownership. In 2010, he made the bold decision to transfer 100% ownership of the company…
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ESOP CEOs Drive Value and Reduce Risk through Acquisitions
Employee ownership is good business, and employee-owned companies make for successful acquirers. In a crowded market for lower-middle market acquisitions, ESOPs stand apart. Few market participants can match an ESOP’s attractiveness as a well-capitalized buyer that preserves the sellers’ legacy, provides their employees future wealth-building opportunities, and potentially allows the sellers to defer a portion…
