Reclaiming wealth through Employee Empowerment
Throughout history, the tension between profit-seeking business owners and workers struggling to survive on low wages in America has only intensified. Yet, we know that when people have a real stake in their work, they drive stronger business outcomes together — and when they receive their fair share of the profits, they can support their families and build vibrant communities.
That’s why we invest in employee ownership, whether it’s through cooperatives, ESOPs, or multi-stakeholder structures. We see its potential to create a more just economy with communities at the center.
Creating pathways to generational wealth
by expanding employee ownership, advancing social-purpose business models, and building a democratic cooperative economy.
Expanding economic mobility
by connecting under-employed communities to quality jobs, upskilling, and career pathways that do not require a four-year degree.
Improving quality of life for low-income families
by advancing job stability and earnings that strengthen households and create opportunities for the next generation.
Employee Empowerment Deal Spotlight — Seed Commons
Candide Group has facilitated more than 20 investments into Employee Empowerment. To see all of our deals in this vertical or our full portfolio (updated quarterly), click below:
Seed Commons is a cooperative Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) shifting power to workers and communities across the US.