Case Studies

Stories of Employee Ownership Transitions Through EOTs

Explore how founders used Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) to exit with purpose—preserving values, empowering teams, and staying independently owned.

Employee Ownership Trust for SaaS Companies
Codeweavers
July 2025

Preserving Open-Source Values with an Employee Ownership Trust

CodeWeavers chose an EOT to exit on their terms—preserving values, empowering employees, and building a future-ready business.
How employee ownership drove Clegg Auto's business & people forward
Clegg Auto
July 2025

Driving Growth with Employee Ownership

Clegg Auto transitioned to employee ownership with an EOT—doubling profits, increasing pay, and ensuring a future of success.
Berret-Koehler Publishers
July 2025

Securing a Legacy of Independence

Find out how Steve Piersanti, founder of Berrett-Koehler Publishers, safeguarded the company's mission-driven culture and his legacy through employee ownership.