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2025 | NC Employee Ownership Ambassador Program
Please register now for our next four week cohort (2025 dates coming soon). The North Carolina Employee Ownership Ambassador Program is for people that work with businesses–in economic development, as business service providers, legal professionals, financial advisors, etc.–and would like to learn about employee ownership from people with experience working with or at employee-owned businesses,…
February 18, 2025 | Small Business Center Network Webinar
Presented by the Small Business Center Network at Forsyth Community College Join us for a four-part online webinar series designed to equip small business owners and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive. Hosted by industry experts, these interactive sessions will cover essential topics to help businesses grow, adapt, and succeed in…
February 25, 2025 | Lunchtime Webinar on Business Succession Planning Through Employee Ownership
Join us on February 25 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM for an insightful Lunch & Learn Webinar focused on Business Succession Planning Through Employee Ownership, hosted in partnership with the Piedmont Triad Workforce Development Board at the Rockingham Community College Workforce Development Center. As business owners plan for the future, transitioning to an employee-owned…
May 22, 2025 | Small Business Center Network Webinar
Presented by the Small Business Center Network at Forsyth Community College Our four-part online webinar series continues, providing small business owners and entrepreneurs with essential knowledge and tools for success. Each session is led by industry experts, offering practical strategies, valuable insights, and interactive Q&A opportunities. 📅 Upcoming Webinar Dates: 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM –…
August 19, 2025 | Small Business Center Network Webinar
Presented by the Small Business Center Network at Forsyth Community College There’s still time to be part of our Small Business Success Webinar Series! If you missed our earlier sessions, don’t worry—you can still gain valuable insights from industry experts in our upcoming webinars. These interactive sessions provide practical strategies and expert guidance to help…
October 16, 2025 | NCEOC Annual Employee Ownership Celebration
Celebrating Employee Ownership in North Carolina This fall, we invite you to join us in celebrating the newest wave of employee-owned companies in North Carolina. This event will be an inspiring gathering of business leaders, advocates, and community members dedicated to advancing worker ownership across the state. Come connect with the entrepreneurs and employees who…
November 6, 2025 | Small Business Center Network Webinar
Presented by the Small Business Center Network at Forsyth Community College There’s still one more chance to join our Small Business Success Webinar Series! If you missed our previous sessions, don’t miss this final opportunity to gain expert insights and practical strategies to help your business grow. 📅 Final Webinar Date: 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM…
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November 12, 2024 | Small Business Center Network (SBCN) Webinar – Employee Ownership Deep Dive
We are pleased to partner with the North Carolina Small Business Center Network (SBCN) to present this free webinar on Tuesday, November 12 from 12:00-1:00 PM! Join us for a free 60 minute webinar to explore Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) as a tax-advantaged business succession strategy. ESOPs provide liquidity for selling shareholders while keeping…
October 24, 2024 | NCEOC Annual Employee Ownership Celebration
Join us at Footnote Coffee & Cocktails on Thursday, October 24 from 4-6 PM to immerse yourself in the festivities of Employee Ownership Month! As October unfolds, we’re excited to honor the latest wave of employee-owned companies in North Carolina. Join us to celebrate, learn, and connect with the passionate individuals driving the growth of…
October 15, 2024 | Small Business Center Network (SBCN) Webinar – Employee Ownership as a Way to Attract & Retain Great Employees
We are pleased to partner with the North Carolina Small Business Center Network (SBCN) to present this free webinar on Tuesday, October 15 from 12:00-1:00 PM! Many business are struggling to attract and retain great employees. This presentation highlights ways employee ownership structures can be great tools to help employees increase retention and employee engagement.
August 20, 2024 | Small Business Center Network (SBCN) Webinar – Business Succession Planning with a Focus on Employee Ownership
We are pleased to partner with the North Carolina Small Business Center Network (SBCN) to present this free webinar on Tuesday, August 20 from 12:00-1:00 PM! You’ll gain an overview of business succession planning steps and resources, with a focus on employee ownership options (ESOPs, Worker Cooperatives, Employee Ownership Trusts). The webinar will include examples…
August 2024 | NC Employee Ownership Ambassador Program
Interested in learning about employee ownership? The dates for our next cohort are August 8, 15, 22 & 29 (with a second cohort to follow in September.) The North Carolina Employee Ownership Ambassador Program is for people that work with businesses–in economic development, as business service providers, legal professionals, financial advisors, etc.–and would like to…
October 25, 2023 | Ownership Matters: 2023 Celebration of Employee Ownership!
Details: Wednesday, Oct. 25th, 2023 4:00pm – 6:00pm Footnote Coffee & Cocktails, 634 W 4th St STE 120, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 Cost: FREE (optional donation) Step into the spotlight with us and immerse yourself in the festivities of Employee Ownership Month! 🎉 As October unfolds, we’re excited to honor the latest wave of employee-owned companies…
September 20, 2023 | Small Business Center Network (SBCN) Webinar: Exploring Employee Ownership & Succession Strategies for Small Businesses
As a business owner, what will your legacy be? Join the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center (NCEOC) to explore succession planning and dive into how selling to your employees via an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), worker cooperative, or Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) can be utilized to increase employee recruitment & retention, protect jobs, increase…
August 17, 2023 | Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn: Employee Ownership Succession Planning
As a business owner, what will your legacy be? Join the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center (NCEOC) to explore succession planning and dive into how selling to your employees via an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), worker cooperative, or Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) can be utilized to increase employee recruitment & retention, protect jobs, increase…
June 22, 2023 | Virtual Lunch & Learn: Employee Ownership Succession Planning
As a business owner, what will your legacy be? Join the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center (NCEOC) to explore succession planning and dive into how selling to your employees via an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), worker cooperative, or Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) can be utilized to increase employee recruitment & retention, protect jobs, increase community…
May 9, 2023 | Winston-Salem Black Chamber of Commerce Road To Business Resilience: Exploring Employee Ownership & Succession Strategies for Small Businesses
The North Carolina Employee Ownership Center (NCEOC) will be leading a training for the Winston-Salem Black Chamber of Commerce’s (WSBCC) Road to Business Resilience Training about succession planning and how selling to your employees via an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), worker cooperative, or Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) can be utilized to increase employee recruitment…
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