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The Employee Ownership Action Network (EOAN) is a free-to-join, grassroots advocacy movement for anyone with a stake in ensuring employee ownership continues to grow and thrive in the US.
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“Membership in The ESOP Association is vital to an ESOP owned company. The advocacy and education services are invaluable and are not duplicated by any other organization.”
-David Kelly, CFO at Acadian Ambulance Service Inc.
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The ESOP Association and Project Equity have partnered to create state -by-state data that amplifies employee ownership as a common sense way to preserve businesses, strengthen jobs and build a more resilient post-pandemic economy.
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What is an ESOP?
An ESOP is a retirement plan—but also a way of living and running a company. For insights on both technical and cultural aspects of these plans—which provide benefits to employee owners, the company, the community, and exiting owners—and links to additional resources, see our web page titled What is an ESOP?
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Events and Meetings
7:00 am CDT Mar 17, 2026
Illinois Chapter - 2026 Spring Conference
Chapter: Illinois
2026 Illinois Spring Conference - This full-day event provides an opportunity to grow, recharge, and build meaningful professional relationships. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, stay ahead of industry trends, or find actionable solutions to challenges, the Illinois Chapter Spring Conference has something for everyone.8:00 am EDT Mar 17, 2026
Michigan Chapter - 2026 Spring Conference
Chapter: Michigan
12:00 pm EDT Mar 23 - 24, 2026
Pennsylvania/Delaware Chapter - 2026 Spring Conference
Chapter: Pennsylvania & Delaware
PA/DE Chapter Spring Conference 20264:00 pm CDT Mar 23, 2026
Iowa/Nebraska Chapter ESOP Conversations in the Corridor- Spring 2026
Chapter: Iowa & Nebraska
6:00 am CDT Mar 25, 2026
Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter BOD Conference 2026
Chapter: Minnesota & Dakotas
2026 Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter Board of Directors Conference- Plymouth, Minnesota6:00 am CDT Mar 25 - 26, 2026
Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter - Spring Conference and Roundtables 2026
Chapter: Minnesota & Dakotas
2026 Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter Spring Conference and Roundtables - Plymouth, Minnesota1:00 pm CDT Mar 25 - 26, 2026
Texas/Oklahoma Chapter - 2026 Spring Conference
Chapter: Texas/Oklahoma Chapter
Texas/Oklahoma Chapter 2026 Spring Conference Austin, TX5:00 pm CDT Mar 26, 2026
Iowa/Nebraska Chapter Omaha Roundtables
Chapter: Iowa & Nebraska
7:00 am EDT Mar 30 - 31, 2026
Mid-Atlantic & Carolinas Chapter - 2026 Spring Conference
Chapter: Mid-Atlantic & Carolinas
2026 Mid-Atlantic & Carolinas Spring Conference3:00 pm CDT Mar 31, 2026
Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter ESOP OnSite
Chapter: Minnesota & Dakotas
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