The Missouri Center for Employee Ownership (MOCEO) is a non-profit organization that serves as a free central hub of education and resources on employee ownership. Our mission is to turn the state of Missouri into a place where every working person can also be an employee-owner. We're here to help and guide to see if employee ownership is right for you.
The Silver Tsunami & COVID 19 Closure Crisis Has Made Employee Ownership Neccessary
Local businesses are the lifeblood of our economy
Employee ownership has tremendous benefits for workers, for businesses, and for communities
They make up 99% of the businesses and make up half of the jobs in the state.
Baby boomers (55+) own half of the privately held businesses in Missouri and many don't have a succession plan.
Many businesses will be sold and leave the state, or close their doors permanently, resulting in job losses, a reduced tax base, and community impacts.

NCEO 2023 Fall Forum
MOCEO will be at the NCEO Fall Forum in Houston, Texas. There, we will be discussing the development of internal communications plans in employee-owned companies. This is a great opportunity for…
The Great Game of Business Confernce
The Great Game of Business Conference 2023 is on September 7-8 in Kansas City, Missouri at the Loews Kansas City. This year, they are “placing an emphasis on education, with…
Keep Retiring Rural Businesses Going with Employee Ownership
Join us on Monday, Aug 7 at 1 p.m. for a free webinar, Keep Retiring Businesses Going with Employee Ownership with us and our partners at New Growth CDC. Learn…
6500+
ESOP Companies
Nationwide
170+
ESOP Companies
In Missouri
(Data taken from NCEO)
450+
Worker Co-ops
Nationwide