

Episode 078 - From Chocolate to Co-ops: Real-World Examples of Alternative Ownership in Action, with Julie Menter of Transform Finance
Dec 2, 2024
Julie Menter, Program Director at Transform Finance, advocates for businesses that prioritize people and the planet. She dives into alternative ownership enterprises like employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) and cooperatives, using examples such as New Belgium Brewing and Tony’s Chocolonely to illustrate their societal benefits. Julie emphasizes how these models address wealth inequality and promote community engagement. The discussion also touches on innovative funding strategies and the necessity for business structures to align with founders' values, shaping a more equitable financial future.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Rethinking Ownership for the Public Good
01:32 • 24min
Innovative Funding and Employee Ownership Models
25:52 • 2min
Aligning Ownership Structures with Founder's Values
27:25 • 4min
Exploring Cooperative Economies in Post-Communist Hungary
30:56 • 3min
Reimagining Finance: Principles of Alternative Ownership and Investment
33:32 • 2min
The Understated Role of Venture Capital and Private Equity
35:53 • 2min
Investing in Ownership Models
37:23 • 18min