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The National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) is a private, nonprofit membership and research organization that serves as the leading source of accurate, unbiased information on employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), equity compensation plans, and ownership culture. We are the main publisher and research source in the field, hold dozens of Webinars and in-person meetings annually, and provide services to our thousands of members and others. Read more...

Publications on ESOPs and Equity Compensation

book coverThe State of Broad-Based Employee Ownership Plans 2015 reports on the extent and characteristics of employee ownership. Learn more.
Characteristics of ESOP Plans Characteristics of ESOP Plans in the US is a free PowerPoint presentation members can download and use (username and password required).

Employee Ownership Updates

Loren Rodgers Loren Rodgers discusses the latest developments in his February 16 Employee Ownership Update. Corey Rosen explains the shift in ESOP numbers.
newsletter The January-February 2015 Employee Ownership Report (member username and password required) is online. Not a member? Read excerpts or a sample issue.

2015 Database of U.S. ESOP Plans Now Available

US ESOP Database
Our newly released 2015 U.S. ESOP database contains a variety of information about all ESOPs for which we have reliable data. Based on the most recent research files from the Department of Labor (using 2012 Form 5500 filings), the U.S. ESOP database can be purchased either for the entire U.S. or for a specific census region. You will receive an Excel file plus a codebook describing the data and how to use it.

Annual Conference: Denver, CO April 21–23, 2015

Visit our 2015 conference Web site for the agenda, hotel information, online registration, and more.
Annual Conference

Apply to the Innovations in Employee Ownership Award

Innovations in Employee Ownership Award
The 2015 Innovations in Employee Ownership Award recognizes the innovative practices that result from having an engaged workforce of employee-owners, as well as ideas that tie stock to improved company culture or performance. By sharing these ideas with the employee ownership community, this award strives to encourage employee-owned companies to continue to innovate. Apply by February 28. Winners will be announced at our annual conference.

NCEO Resources and Membership Benefits

Online Articles and News

Articles

Our free library of online articles covers the basic elements of employee ownership, and our columnists keep you up to date on the news.
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Publications

Publications

We are the main publisher in this field, with dozens of books, issue briefs, and other materials that provide detailed yet understandable guidance.
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Webinars

Webinars

Our Webinars provide Web-based learning wherever you have Internet and phone connections. Live Webinars are free for members.
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In-Person Meetings

Meetings

Our in-person meetings bring you face-to-face with our expert presenters and offer ample opportunity to ask questions and interact with others.
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Training

Training

We provide online training in ESOP fundamentals, CEPI exam test preparation, an ESOP board member package, and more.
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Talk to Us

Services

Need advice? In addition to answering questions from members, we can provide introductory consulting on an hourly basis, as well as speaking services.
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Surveys, Research, and Lists

Surveys and Research

We can conduct employee surveys at your company, perform customized research, or provide lists of employee ownership companies.
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Membership

Membership

Members receive our newsletter, free live Webinars, access to the members Web site, individual consultations, and discounts on all we offer.
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