Workforce challenges like the racial wealth gap, gender pay gap, underemployment, high turnover, and poor job quality threaten economic resilience and social stability. Innovative strategies are essential to foster inclusive growth. Join experts as they share research outcomes on investing in stakeholder ownership and democratic management to drive equity, protect investments, and create value.

This session will feature real-life case studies on the successes and challenges of funding and operating worker-owned enterprises. Attendees will explore opportunities for investors and businesses to collaboratively address economic and social issues, building resilient, equitable workplaces. Through interactive discussions and practical insights, participants will understand how inclusive ownership models can mitigate risks, drive performance, and positively impact workers, businesses, and communities.