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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The first of our best practice guides to employee ownership is now live. These practical, evidence-backed resources are designed to support business owners, founders, advisors, leadership teams, and existing EOBs navigate every stage of their EO journey. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The UK’s employee owned sector is edging closer to a major milestone. Discover more in our Growth Strategy update alongside news on our industry dashboard, market intelligence, and more. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

We look forward to working with the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his Ministerial team. We'll be engaging with the new Ministers when appointed to share our priority policy asks. Discover more in our latest blog. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Tickets are now available for #eoaLive! October at The Lowry in Greater Manchester. Join employee owners, leaders, and EO advisers for practical insight, breakout sessions, networking, and real-world learning designed to help you keep #OwningIt ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

We’re thrilled to announce Barclays Corporate Banking has joined the eoa. It’s part of a drive to become the ‘bank of choice’ for the EO sector. Discover more in our latest write up ➡️https://employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content/News-and-Insights/News/barclays-joins-eoa.aspx

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Cambrian Training Company @cambriantraining.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

🎉We're proud to celebrate #EODay 2026! As an employee-owned organisation, our people help shape our future every day. Their passion, expertise and commitment enable us to support learners and employers across Wales. tinyurl.com/bdz8uyu6 #OwningIt #EmployeeOwnership

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

It’s #EODay26! How are you #OwningIt? Today we’re celebrating the people, stories, and shared success behind Great EO across the UK. Discover more: ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Absolute PR & Marketing | BCorp @absolutepr.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

EO Day 2026 (19 June) is fast approaching, and we couldn’t let the day go by without reflecting on our own EO journey and why the EO culture works for us. Read our latest blog here! 👉 #OwningIt @eoauk.bsky.social loom.ly/ENptLmA

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Just one week until #EODay 2026! This year, we’re uniting behind the theme of #OwningIt – and it’s not too late to take part. Download the campaign pack and join the celebration – whether that’s with an event, a team photo or a quick post on social. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

We’re delighted to reveal the winners of the #UKeoAwards 2026, announced at the inaugural eoaLive! gala dinner in Birmingham. Discover the full list of winners and celebrate the businesses and individuals who are truly #OwningIt ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

There’s less than 25 days until #EODay 2026! This year, we’re uniting behind the theme of #OwningIt Head over to the EO Day page to download the campaign pack and get involved! ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Members have officially voted to approve major governance changes at the eoa. Discover more about what’s changed and what happens now: ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We’re delighted to announce the shortlist for the UK Employee Ownership Awards 2026. Just follow the link below and join us in congratulating all of the incredible shortlisted businesses and individuals. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content... #UKeoAwards #OwningIt

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

We’ve just published the latest EO sector stats. Discover the sector’s total EOBs and employee owners. Plus, the number of transitions for 2025. To maintain and propel into EO into the mainstream, we need your support. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

The eoa 2026 Member Survey is now live! Responses will play a key role in shaping our future direction, helping to inform priorities and the evolution of our member proposition. Check your inbox or head over to the eo Hub for the link.

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🚨 Be part of a pivotal moment for people powered business. This year’s eoa AGM isn’t just another annual meeting - it marks one of the most significant proposed changes in our recent history. Find out more -> employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/ri... 13 May 2026 11:00 – 12:00

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We’re delighted to announce Welsh rugby icon and renowned sports broadcaster Philippa Tuttiett as keynote speaker for #eoaLive! Join us in June to hear her inspiring story of leadership, resilience & navigating the unexpected. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co... #OwningIt

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Nominations for the #UKeoAwards close today! This is your last chance to enter until 2027. You’ve got until 11:59 to get your nominations in. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co... #OwningIt

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

There’s less than 75 days until #EODay 2026! This year, we’re uniting behind the theme of #OwningIt Head over to the landing page to download the campaign pack and get some inspiration. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

It’s 100 days until #EODay 2026! This year, we're uniting behind the theme of #OwningIt Here’s your permission to be bold. Find out more: employeeownership.co.uk/.../content/...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Only one month left to enter the #UKeoAwards! Showcase how you’re #OwningIt to the entire EO sector! ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co... The UK EO Awards are sponsored by Howden.

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Tickets are live for the first-ever eoaLive! event featuring the UK Employee Ownership Awards. Taking place at the Library of Birmingham on 10 June, eoaLive! is all about #OwningIt Gain expert insight into the future of EO. Sponsored by Howden. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Co-op News @coopnews.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Employee Ownership Association warns of a lack of clarity on tax, low awareness of the model and structural challenges around finance in submission to government call for evidence on sector growth @eoauk.bsky.social www.thenews.coop/employee-own...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

We have submitted to Government's call for evidence on business support for mutuals. This is a once in a parliament opportunity to make the collective voice of EO heard. Discover more and read the final submission in full ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Nominations have officially opened for the UK Employee Ownership Awards 2026! You’ve got until 8 April to get your submissions in. Share success, showcase how you’re Owning It, and help us propel EO into the mainstream. employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content... #UKeoAwards #OwningIt

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

We’re delighted to officially reveal the winners for the UK Employee Ownership Awards 2025! Discover all the winners and our exciting plan for next year’s awards. #UKeoAwards #eoaAnnualConference

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UK EO Awards 2025 Winners Revealed

We’re delighted to officially reveal the winners for the 2025 UK Employee Ownership Awards.

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

CleanTEC is one of the largest and most progressive contract cleaning providers in the UK. An employee owned B Corp with 2,300+ people that hasn’t lost its heart, soul, or profitability. But how did it get here? ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Governance takes centre stage at the #eoaAnnualConference in the session ‘Behind the Boardroom Doors: Building a Great EO Trust Board’. In our exclusive interview, we discuss the ins and outs of great governance ahead of the session. ➡️http://bit.ly/3Lo3CfI

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Melior Solutions @meliorsolutions.com · 29/10/2025

We’ve been shortlisted for the EO Rising Star category in the UK Employee Ownership Awards! Join us at the #eoaAnnualConference in November to see if we’ve won. employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content... #UKeoAwards

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Becoming the UK’s biggest employee owned social care provider was no easy feat. But the story of eoa Trustee member Be Caring is a fascinating and inspiring one. Read our new case study to discover how the business is shaping the future of social care. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Cristín Craig from #UKeoAwards sponsor Baxendale Employee Ownership was part of the judging panel for ‘EO Business of the Year’ In a new guest blog, she reflects on the process and shares some of her insights. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

We’re delighted to announce the shortlist for the UK Employee Ownership Awards 2025. Just follow the link below and join us in congratulating all of the incredible shortlisted businesses and individuals. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content... #UKeoAwards

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

What makes EOT leadership fundamentally different? In this guest blog, Barry Horner, Co-founder of eoa Specialist Advisor Paradigm Norton takes a deep dive. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

The golden age of employee ownership is only just beginning. Together, we’ve made real progress, but now’s the time for more. More ambition. More focus. More purpose. Discover how we’ll be doing that in our latest blog: ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Employee ownership has helped unlock national expansion for eoa Trustee member, Parfetts. In a time when many businesses are centralising or offshoring, Parfetts shows that EO can offer a competitive, resilient & socially grounded alternative. ➡️ employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

🚀 FREE South West EO Gathering – Oct 21 @ NSBRC (Swindon) 🔹 NSBRC’s EO → hybrid → EO story 🔹 Howden: 10+ yrs of EO, people & leadership 🔹 Hack EO sessions, Open Space & tour 💡 Insights, networking & refreshments included. 📍 NSBRC | 10:30–15:40 👉 employeeownership.co.uk/site/eventde...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

The eoa 2025 Conference is THE event of the year for EO! Here are just four of the huge range of sessions and speakers you can see... Find out more: employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

EO delivers dignity, productivity and resilience, but how do we ensure more people benefit? That was the challenge laid down at this week’s Robert Oakeshott Lecture, delivered by Professor Joseph Blasi. Read more & watch the full lecture here: bit.ly/4lXVpeR

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Congratulations to Prof. Andrew Pendleton & Prof. Andrew Robinson of the White Rose Employee Ownership Centre for winning the inaugural Nigel Mason Award, the UK’s only prize recognising excellence in employee ownership research. Read more 👉 employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

1 week left to enter the #UKeoAwards! And it’s not too late to get an entry in. You’ve got until 23:59 on Friday 5 Sep. employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co... Good luck!

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

The full #eoaAnnualConference 2025 programme is live! Dive deep into the programme and secure your tickets now. employeeownership.co.uk/Site/Site/co...

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Social Capital Partners🇨🇦 @scpartners.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

UK's biggest independent toy retailer just sold the business to its 1,900 employees, who will share in the company's profits. This will: 🧸 ensure the business remains independent 🧸 preserve the family's legacy and the company's culture 🧸 help save the high street! #OwnershipMatters #EOT

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Entertainer founder hands over toy shop chain to staff

The toy retailer's 1,900 workers will get a share of profits and a say in how the business is run.

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

The Department for Business and Trade has recently launched its Small Business Plan. Despite the growing number of employee owned SMEs, we find it lacking form an EO perspective. Here's our full breakdown: employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome The Entertainer to the wonderful world of employee ownership and as a Trustee member of the eoa. The family favourite brand joins John Lewis Partnership, Lush, and Richer Sounds to become the latest major high street retailer to become EO.

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‘True British Success Story’ The Entertainer Becomes Employee Owned

The future of the high street is employee owned as The Entertainer joins John Lewis, Lush, and Richer Sounds to become the latest major retailer to make the move to EO.

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Do you have what it takes to be crowned Britian’s best EO business? Enter the #UKeoAwards and find out. 🔗 www.surveymonkey.com/r/9W5Z53J

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

We’re thrilled to officially welcome Wendy Carter to the eoa. Wendy steps into the newly created role of Director of Partnerships & Growth. She joins us from Leeds Building Society where she served as Responsible Business Lead. 🔗 employeeownership.co.uk/Site/content...

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Employee Ownership Association (eoa) @eoauk.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Are you joining us in September for the free-to-attend Robert Oakeshott Lecture? It’ll examine research showing how a major EO shift can take place. Plus, detailed discussions of what public policy needs to do to accomplish a broad-based EO economy. 🔗 employeeownership.co.uk/site/eventde...

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