Ownership Transition With Employees in Mind
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Strategies address situations where owners want to transition equity while preserving the culture, leadership, and operational strength of the business. Rather than viewing ownership change as a departure, this approach allows companies to continue forward with the people who already understand the work and the values behind it.
Thoughtful ESOP planning considers governance, cash flow, leadership readiness, and long-term sustainability. Employee ownership strategies should strike a balance between fairness, responsibility, and financial reality, ensuring the structure supports both the business and the people who depend on it.
With Legacy & Succession, our carefully-designed ESOP Strategies can serve as a durable ownership solution that supports continuity, rewards contribution, and maintains stability through change. Our focus is on creating a structure that works in practice, not just on paper, as ownership evolves over time.