Equity at Work | Worker-Centered EO Development | March 2025

Are you an employee-owner in Colorado? Your experience matters! I am conducting a research study to explore how employee ownership (EO) affects workers’ financial well-being, job security, and future opportunities. This research will provide crucial insights to optimize state investments in EO programs and drive policy changes that make shared ownership more accessible.

Ownership is more than just a legal claim—it’s a fundamental part of how we understand ourselves and our place in the world. Whether it’s a family heirloom, a car, or a home, the things we own become extensions of our identity, shaping our sense of self and our connection to others. What happens when we don’t own the things that define our daily lives—like our workplaces?