Employee Ownership Tax Credit to Establish or to Expand

In the Spotlight: Employee Ownership Showcases A Better Succession Model for Small Businesses

Colorado is leading the way in employee ownership, and we’re thrilled that it's making news across the state. Over the past year, several news articles have highlighted the Colorado Employee Ownership Office (EOO) and the advantages of employee ownership for small businesses. Research suggests employee-owned businesses create a more fulfilling

Growing Employee Ownership in Colorado: Polis Administration Announces 5 New Employee-Owned Companies

Today, the Colorado Employee Ownership Office, housed within the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced 5 businesses that have converted to employee ownership with assistance from the Employee Ownership Grant. These grants save businesses money as they transition to employee ownership models, so more business

The Employee Ownership Office and Exit Planning Institute Share Findings on Business Ownership Transitions in Colorado

Today, the Colorado Employee Ownership Office of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) and the Exit Planning Institute released the 2022 Colorado State of Owner Readiness Report, offering key insights into the future of small businesses in Colorado. As a growing number of business owners approach retirement

Governor Jared Polis Receives Award from The ESOP Association for Employee Ownership Initiatives

Governor Jared Polis has been awarded the inaugural Torchlight Award for his leadership in advancing employee ownership and employee stock ownership plans (ESOP), an honor that comes from The ESOP Association.

The Governor was recognized with the Torchlight Award during the 2022 TEA National Conference, hosted by The ESOP

Four Companies Successfully Convert to Employee Ownership with Colorado Employee Ownership Grant

The Colorado Employee Ownership Office, a division of Colorado’s Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), announces four employee ownership conversions from round three of the Employee Ownership Grant.

The Employee Ownership Grant launched in 2021 to provide Colorado-headquartered small businesses with funding to reimburse professional technical service expenses