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EMPLOYEE OWNED COMPANY STORIES

Real People. Real Stories.

The Impact of Employee Ownership.

Employee ownership is more than a business model. It's an opportunity for employees to have a stake in the companies they help build, share in their success, and create a stronger financial future.

Hear directly from employee-owners as they share what ownership means to them, how it has shaped their experiences, and the difference it has made in their lives.

Ricky Heidema - 1st Pet Veterinary Centers

The Power of an Ownership Mindset

Ricky shares how employee ownership encourages collaboration, problem-solving, and growth at 1st Pet Veterinary Centers, a 100% employee-owned company.

Tim Anderson - SRC Logistics IL

Building a Better Future for the Next Generation

After more than 28 years with SRC, Tim reflects on the security employee ownership has provided and the opportunities it has created for his children.

Natalie - NewStream Enterprises

Generational Wealth Through Employee Ownership

As a newer employee-owner, Natalie shares her experience seeing the financial rewards of employee ownership firsthand and why she wanted other employees to recognize its potential.

Allee Smiley - SRC

Creating Opportunities Through Ownership

Allee shares his perspective on how employee ownership can change lives and help employees build wealth.

Shane Harms - NewStream Enterprises

Generational Wealth Through Employee Ownership

Shane shares how employee ownership has shaped two generations of his family and given him the opportunity to build a financial future for his daughter.

Julie Leonhardt

Executive Director

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