Founded in 2022, Common Trust provides a streamlined, values-driven alternative for business succession by equipping owners to exit to their employees via employee ownership trusts (EOTs). This approach allows owners to access liquidity while ensuring their businesses remain independent and employee-owned, rather than being absorbed by private equity or outside buyers. Common Trust offers comprehensive support, from designing and financing the buyout to executing the transition, making employee ownership accessible to a broader range of businesses. Their model is designed to preserve generational businesses, protect jobs, and foster shared prosperity, all while minimizing transaction costs a...
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