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BOWA Expands Employee Ownership, Adopts Benefit Corporation Status
BOWA Expands Employee Ownership, Adopts Benefit Corporation Status

BOWA formalizes its culture of ownership, and aligns its governance structure with a broader commitment to employees, clients, partners, community, and the environment by going ESOP

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Bob MassengillMarch 5, 2026
The federal government is encouraging employers to adopt worker cooperatives and ESOPs
The federal government is encouraging employers to adopt worker cooperatives and ESOPs

There was an 8% increase in workers participating in ESOPs over the past decade, but the Department of Labor wants that number to grow more.

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Bob MassengillMarch 3, 2026
Western Specialty Contractors is proud to announce its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Western Specialty Contractors is proud to announce its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan

“Our employees are the foundation of Western Specialty Contractors’ success”

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Bob MassengillFebruary 18, 2026
Luana Hospitality Group Becomes Employee-Owned Through ESOP
Luana Hospitality Group Becomes Employee-Owned Through ESOP

Hawaiian Restaurant Group Becomes ESOP owned

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Bob MassengillFebruary 16, 2026
H&H Sheet Metal moves to employee ownership
H&H Sheet Metal moves to employee ownership

Company recently announced the company was transitioning to an employee ownership structure

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Bob MassengillFebruary 12, 2026
G&C Foods Transitions to 100% Employee Ownership Through ESOP
G&C Foods Transitions to 100% Employee Ownership Through ESOP

Reinforces People‑First Legacy and Strengthens Long‑Term Resilience

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Bob MassengillFebruary 12, 2026
ESOPs No Longer Enforcement Priority for DOL
ESOPs No Longer Enforcement Priority for DOL

Daniel Aronowitz, the head of EBSA, had previously pledged to ‘end the war’ on employee stock ownership plans.

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Bob MassengillJanuary 19, 2026
Paragon Sports Constructors Transitions to 100% ESOP-Owned Company
Paragon Sports Constructors Transitions to 100% ESOP-Owned Company

"As employee-owners, we will all share more closely in what we build together by continuing to provide quality workmanship and first-class customer service”

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Bob MassengillJanuary 13, 2026
Bellefonte, PA Area Company Now Employee-Owned
Bellefonte, PA Area Company Now Employee-Owned

SilcoTek It is the second company to become employee-owned by the same founder.

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Bob MassengillJanuary 12, 2026
Advanced Roofing Becomes Employee-Owned as ESOP Takes Effect
Advanced Roofing Becomes Employee-Owned as ESOP Takes Effect

Florida-based contractor adopts ESOP structure to stay independent and reinforce long-term stability for clients and employees

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Bob MassengillJanuary 10, 2026
Crooker Construction, LLC transitions to employee ownership through ESOP
Crooker Construction, LLC transitions to employee ownership through ESOP

Maine-based general construction contractor makes 175 employees owners of the company.

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Bob MassengillJanuary 7, 2026
Wolverine Crane Announces Transition to Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Wolverine Crane Announces Transition to Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Honoring the Legacy of Founder Richard “Rich” Kelps

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Bob MassengillDecember 19, 2025
Pogue Construction Becomes a 100% Employee-Owned Company
Pogue Construction Becomes a 100% Employee-Owned Company

For decades, Pogue Construction has been defined by the strength of its people and the Core Values that guide how we work, treat others, and serve our communities.

Pogue was Built Together and is now Owned Together.

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Bob MassengillDecember 10, 2025
Let's Make More Arkansas Workers Owners
Let's Make More Arkansas Workers Owners

Give workers stake in company.

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Bob MassengillDecember 1, 2025
Amherst Communications moving to 100% employee ownership
Amherst Communications moving to 100% employee ownership

Company leaders said the decision came after developing a succession plan that would preserve its local roots.

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Bob MassengillNovember 25, 2025
Employee-Owned Kovach Enclosure Systems proudly announces a series of key leadership appointments and the addition of a distinguished new board member
Employee-Owned Kovach Enclosure Systems proudly announces a series of key leadership appointments and the addition of a distinguished new board member

All leadership changes come from within Kovach’s existing team, underscoring the company’s strong culture of development, ownership, and long-term investment in its people.

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Bob MassengillNovember 5, 2025
ESOP-Owed LBS Acquires Pilgrim Packaging
ESOP-Owed LBS Acquires Pilgrim Packaging

LBS acquisition strengthens position in specialty materials and converting segements.

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Bob MassengillOctober 13, 2025
U.S. Senate Approves Pair of Bills to Boost ESOPs
U.S. Senate Approves Pair of Bills to Boost ESOPs

Despite the government shutdown, the U.S. Senate is still busy at work, approving two bills that seek to advance and promote the formation of ESOPs.

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Bob MassengillOctober 10, 2025
Scottsdale-Based Home Builder Transitions Using Employee Ownership Plan
Scottsdale-Based Home Builder Transitions Using Employee Ownership Plan

The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based home builder and Pro Builder's 2024 Builder of the Year, is continuing to empower its employees, recently transitioning to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

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Bob MassengillOctober 10, 2025
Large, international French retailer Adeo creates 12,500 new employees at its South America retailers Leroy Merlin and Obramax
Large, international French retailer Adeo creates 12,500 new employees at its South America retailers Leroy Merlin and Obramax

Large, international French retailer Adeo creates 12,500 new employees at its South America retailers Leroy Merlin and Obramax

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Bob MassengillOctober 8, 2025
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