Services

At the Iowa Center for Employee Ownership (IA-CEO), we provide expert guidance and resources—many at no charge—to help businesses explore, implement, and sustain employee ownership. Whether you're evaluating your company’s value, planning for succession, or considering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) or worker cooperative, our services support every stage of the transition. Through consultations, assessments, educational events, and peer networking, we empower business owners and employees to create lasting success and shared prosperity.

Reach out to the IA-CEO for personalized guidance and additional resources. We're here to help you every step of the way—at little to no cost.

Business Continuity Planning

Ensure your business can withstand disruptions by developing strategies to maintain operations and safeguard long-term stability.

Business Driver Assessment

Identify the key factors influencing your company’s growth, profitability, and sustainability to strengthen operations and prepare for future transitions.

Business Valuation

Obtain a professional valuation to understand your company’s worth, helping you make informed decisions about ownership transition and succession.

Employee Ownership Consultation

Explore employee ownership options with expert guidance tailored to your business’s unique needs and long-term goals.

ESOP Pre-feasibility Study

Assess the financial and structural viability of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to determine if it’s the right fit for your company.

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Events Providing CE Credits

Expand your knowledge and earn Continuing Education (CE) credits by attending expert-led workshops and seminars.

Peer Groups

Engage with like-minded business leaders and employee-owners to exchange insights, share challenges, and discuss best practices in a collaborative setting.

Presentations

Gain valuable insights on employee ownership, business succession, and workforce engagement through expert-led talks and educational sessions.

Succession Planning Consultation

Develop a customized succession strategy to transition ownership smoothly while preserving your company’s legacy and financial health.

Webinars

Access expert knowledge and practical guidance on employee ownership and succession planning through convenient, online learning sessions.

Worker Cooperative Development

Learn how to create and sustain a worker-owned cooperative, giving employees a stake in the business and a voice in decision-making.

Worker Engagement

Enhance workplace culture and performance by fostering an ownership mindset that aligns employees with business success.