Steward-Ownership Ecosystem
This chapter shines a light on the steward-ownership ecosystem, focusing on what is needed to help it flourish today and who the core actors are. We will explore who is part of this movement – from legal specialists to mission-aligned investors – and discover who can help in your region by highlighting organizations that provide local support. Finally, we will show you how you can practically get involved and support steward-ownership.
7.1 The Way To Steward-Ownership
No equal access compared to other models
This chapter highlights that, although steward-ownership is a powerful solution, the path towards it is still very hilly today—shaped by missing information and narrative, difficult implementation, and a capital market built on a different logic.
7.2 The Growing Steward-Ownership Ecosystem
A global community shaping steward-ownership in practice
What began with a few pioneering companies has grown into a vibrant, international ecosystem. Founders, family businesses, investors, researchers, lawyers, policymakers, and many others contribute their perspectives and experiences.