As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
A growing trend in the US sees retiring business owners, particularly baby boomers, selling their companies to their employees rather than external buyers. This approach, exemplified by Softstar Shoes, is gaining traction due to benefits like increased staff motivation, higher productivity, and the preservation of local jobs and company culture. Investment funds supporting these employee buyouts are also on the rise.
Why it matters
This trend offers a unique solution to business succession, potentially fostering more equitable wealth distribution, strengthening local economies, and providing a stable future for companies as a significant generation of owners retires.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Chris Marshall Business reporter Softstar Shoes Staff at Softstar Shoes in Oregon now own the business Staff at Softstar Shoes in Oregon have discovered a newfound enthusiasm for eking out resources and growing profits.
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