Purpose
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MISSION of why we exist
Support economic prosperity in Iowa by advocating for broad-based employee ownership to expand local economies, create employee wealth, build strong workforce, strengthen business & promote vibrant communities.
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VISION of where we are going
Strengthen the Iowa economy by supporting broad-based employee ownership with educational outreach, technical assistance, training, & facilitation. We aim to nurture an ecosystem that supports the successful transition of businesses to employee ownership models, growing employee wealth & fostering sustainable resilient communities.
AREAS of Focus
Promote economic and societal benefits of employee ownership
![lightbulb](/sites/default/files/inline-uploads/awareness.png)
Provide relevant information and resources on employee ownership
![fanned book](/sites/default/files/inline-uploads/education.png)
Network, connect and partner to promote and implement employee ownership
![people at table](/sites/default/files/inline-uploads/collaboration.png)
Promote economic and societal benefits of employee ownership
![lightbulb](/sites/default/files/inline-uploads/awareness.png)
Provide relevant information and resources on employee ownership
![fanned book](/sites/default/files/inline-uploads/education.png)
Network, connect and partner to promote and implement employee ownership
![people at table](/sites/default/files/inline-uploads/collaboration.png)