Island Pacific has been a leading distributor of doors, frames, finish hardware, access control and specialty building products supply and installation throughout the State of Hawai'i for over 40 years. Our warehouse, lockshop, weldshop, and offices are located in a 35,000 square foot facility in the Iwilei area.

J-TEC Associates is a majority employee-owned is a manufacturer of materials for automotive, military, industrial and mining industries. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

J-TEC Associates became employee-owned after their parent company, Rayser, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in 2004.

J.S. McCarthy Printers is a 100% employee-owned commercial printing company headquartered in Augusta, Maine. The company was founded in 1947 by Joseph McCarthy. Since that time the company has expanded their services by utilizing existing equipment to include the growing folding carton packaging market. 

J.S. McCarthy Printers became employee-owned in 2019 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The company saw the importance of their employees sharing in the company's success. The ESOP reinforces the company's commitment to the highest customer service in which the employees have a vested interest. 

JDAVIS is a collaborative multidisciplinary design firm with offices in Raleigh, NC, and Philadelphia, PA. The company was founded in 2001. As an interdisciplinary firm, the company offers a full range of design services including architecture, interior design, master planning, urban design, landscape architecture, and procurement management consultancy. 

In 2021, 20 years after the founding of JDAVIS, the company became a 100% ESOP. The level of accountability employee ownership brings to daily operations is immeasurable. The JDAVIS' Employee Stock Ownership Plan ties into the company's very core belief, to Build Value and Pass it On for the company's clients as well as the community. Employees share in the financial and operational success of the firm and have tangible equity at the end of the day. This dynamic fosters increased collaboration, high levels of productivity and a sense of “family” that would be hard to replicate otherwise.

James M. Pleasants Company (JMP) is a 100% employee-owned company in the manufacturing industry headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina. Established in 1958, James M. Pleasants set out to make Bell & Gossett products available to regional customers. Over their 65 years, the company has since expanded from that single product line to now offering nearly fifty, delivering cutting-edge solutions for energy-efficient water, steam, and condensate systems. Today, JMP operates thirteen locations throughout the Southeast. 

In 1983, James M. Pleasants Company became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As an employee-owned company, JMP firmly believes success hinges on their reputation as the preeminent manufacturer's representative, as perceived by their customers, vendors, and employees. As owners, employees benefit when the company is successful. This dynamic creates a motivational environment where employees are empowered to do their best work. Their customer-focused team is tenured, with many of their employee owners averaging fifteen or more years at the company.

Jasper Electric Motors, a subsidiary of Jasper Holdings Inc., is an employee-owned company that is headquartered in Jasper, Indiana. They started out as a small shop that sold a variety of new electric motors and provided rewinding services for small industrial agricultural applications. Today, Jasper Electric Motors is also a full-service facility dedicated to the rewinding and repair of industrial motors up to 60,000 pounds and beyond. 

In 1987, Jasper Electric Motors became employee-owned when they were acquired by their parent company, Jasper Holdings Inc., who implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As employee owners, they take responsibility for the quality of work and customer service they provide.

Jasper Engines & Transmissions is a division of Jasper Holdings, Inc. JASPER has been remanufacturing quality products since 1942 and today we are the nation's largest remanufacturer of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, rear axle assemblies, marine engines, stern drives, performance engines, and electric motors.

JASPER's over 2,300+ Associates and 50 branch and distributor locations are committed to providing you with the perfect product. Our processes and procedures are designed to produce a quality component that will meet or exceed the expectations of every one of our customers.

And, we back up that commitment with a 3 year/100,000 mile warranty on our gas engines, transmissions and differentials. That means you can have confidence in your vehicle's performance for years to come, and confidence in JASPER for life.

What began as one man's insight has evolved into a 100% Associate Owned company with an ongoing commitment to quality making JASPER the largest, strongest mass-remanufacturer in the world.

Jasper Holdings, Inc., is a 100% employee-owned company in the remanufacturing industry headquartered in Jasper, Indiana. Founded in 1942, Jasper has been remanufacturing products and today, the company is an industry leader in remanufacturing a variety of drive train components. The company has grown to expand their list of affiliated divisions that includes Jasper Engines & Transmissions, Weller Truck Parts, D&W Diesel, DieselUSA Group, Jasper Innovative Solutions, and Jasper Electric Motors. Since their 80 years in business, Jasper now operates 50 locations and employs more than 2,300 employee-owners. 

In 2009, Jasper Holdings became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As owners, employees at Jasper benefit financially from the company’s success. This means that employees are uniquely motivated to provide the best products and services to their customers. Jasper Holdings also emphasizes having fun along the way and is reflected in their mission statement: Do It Right…And Have Fun.” 

The ownership culture at Jasper Holdings empowers its employees to commit to safety, quality, waste reduction, productivity, and customer satisfaction. This unites employee-owners to a common goal and inspires strong teamwork across departments.

Jasper Innovative Solutions, a subsidiary of Jasper Holdings, Inc., was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Leavenworth, Indiana. They provide quality auto parts for fleet vehicles. They have been recognized as a premier supplier to the United States Postal Service through growth in product offerings, a commitment to quality assurance, and continued delivery excellence.

In 2019 Jasper Innovative Solutions became employee-owned when their parent company, Jasper Holdings Inc., implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As employee owners, they take responsibility for the quality of work and customer service they provide.

Jer-den Plastics is a 100% employee-owned plastic molding company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. The company was founded in 1995 and is now an industry leader in their industry.

Jer-den Plastics became employee-owned after being acquired by their parent company, Jasper Holdings, which implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in 2009.

Jifco, INC., is a 100% employee-owned company in the fabricated piping industry headquartered in Livermore, California. 

John W. Abbott Construction Company is an employee-owned construction company headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina. Founded in 1954, John W. Abbott Construction Co. has been building lasting structures for nearly 70 years. They are a trusted commercial construction partner for their clients. Leveraging their capabilities, experience, and resources, John W. Abbott Construction Co. strives to deliver the highest quality project that is also cost-effective. Today, they are licensed to operate in eight states across the Southeast and offer a wide range of commercial and industrial construction services. 

In 2015, John W. Abbott Construction Co. became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). They company credits their long lasting customer relationships to the fact that their employee owners are dedicated to doing the job right. Their highest priority is their customer’s satisfaction. Employee owners at John W. Abbott Construction Co. take an active role in understanding what their clients want so they can deliver a successful project. As owners, employees benefit when the company is successful, which is even more motivation to get the job right. 

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a 100% employee-owned company in the civil engineering industry headquartered in Sparks, Maryland. Since its founding in 1971, JMT has been dedicated to envisioning possibilities and making a tangible impact through its workforce and projects. JMT provides  a diverse range of planning, design, and consulting services for infrastructure projects across the United States and its territories. Their clientele includes federal, state, and local government entities, plus numerous private institutions, commercial enterprises, and industrial clients. JMT specializes in offering comprehensive solutions for various markets. Today, JMT has offices in seventeen states. 

In 1999, JMT became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The transition to employee ownership was a step to securing a prosperous future for the company while building lasting employee empowerment. JMT's ESOP continues to be a cornerstone of its employee-centric approach, fostering an ownership culture felt across all its offices. Embedded within the company's decision-making processes, policies, career advancements, and employee incentives, the ESOP program serves as a means to provide personal, professional, and financial fulfillment to its employees.

 In 2024, JMT will celebrate its 25th anniversary of being employee owned.

Jorgensen Company is a 100% employee-owned company in the fire protection industry headquartered in Fresno, California. The company was founded in 1932 by  Hans Jorgensen, a Fresno auto mechanic, who was approached by the local Fire Marshal with an intriguing proposition. The Fire Marshal inquired whether Hans would be interested in refilling fire extinguishers, as the previous service provider had ceased operations. Seizing the opportunity to earn an extra income during the Great Depression, Hans agreed. Over the ensuing decades, Hans, alongside his sons Al and Don, diligently expanded the family business, broadening both its geographical reach and the spectrum of services it offered. 

In 1994 Jorgensen Company became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As the 20th century neared its end, Al and Don Jorgensen recognized that ensuring their father's legacy beyond their own retirement necessitated passing control of the corporation to the dedicated employees who had played a pivotal role in its growth.

Joy Cone is a 100% employee-owned food production company headquartered in Hermitage, Pennsylvania. The company was founded in 1918 and has been honing their craft of cone baking since. With a legacy spanning over a century, Joy Cone produces one of the finest cones in the market. The company's commitment to delivering top-quality products, complemented by exceptional customer service, has propelled it to be one of the largest ice cream cone manufacturers in the United States. Currently, Joy Cone boasts an annual production capacity exceeding 2 billion cones to customers in the United States and Mexico. Their operating facilities in Arizona, Iowa, and Mexico allow Joy Cone to offer its complete product range, including cake cones, sugar cones, waffle cones, and waffle bowls. 

In 1992, Joy Cone became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Joy Cone's robust ESOP rewards each eligible employee with shares upon reaching their first anniversary. Annually, employees are granted shares and receive valuation reports, thus enhancing their retirement packages and expanding in tandem with the company's growth. At Joy Cone, a steadfast commitment to personal attention and excellence fuels the transformation of a century of baking wisdom into a foundation for a bright future.

KE&G Construction (KE&G) is a 100% employee-owned company in the heavy/civil construction industry headquartered in Sierra Vista, Arizona. KE&G has over 51 years of experience constructing projects for public and private clients. Their expertise includes roads, bridges, flood control, and sanitary sewer conveyance system modifications. Their growth has led to opening a second location in Tucson. 

In 2006, KE&G Construction became employee-owned when it implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ownership culture at KE&G fosters an environment for shared responsibility, accountability, and success. Because as owners, KE&G employees benefit when the company is successful. By working together toward a common goal, employees are motivated to do their best work and provide excellent customer service. 

KKW Trucking is a 100% employee-owned company in the freight industry headquartered in Pomona, California. Founded in 1962, KKW Trucking provides transportation services, including irregular route truckload services for world-class manufacturers, retailers, and consumer packaged goods companies. Today, the company operates out of its 91,000 square foot facility and has 1,300 trailers. 

In 2019, KKW Trucking became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The team of dedicated employee owners at KKW Trucking are committed to delivering customized solutions, from inception to completion, to fulfill the unique needs and requests of every customer. As owners, employees are empowered to offer tailored recommendations, expertise, and resources at a competitive rate. 

The company's success is the collective expertise of numerous individuals, and as a KKW driver, one embodies the true essence of a "professional." This role entails significant responsibility, necessitating exceptional driving skills, equipment proficiency, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to safety.

KLJ is a 100% employee-owned engineering company headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. Since 1938, KLJ has been unwavering in its commitment to enhancing the well-being of communities, envisioning a brighter future for generations to come. Founded by Louie and Mary Ellen Veigel, the company established its legacy eight decades ago, characterized by a strong work ethic and a steadfast dedication to fostering enduring customer relationships. The company has transitioned from a small family enterprise into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary firm.

KLJ's operations span various markets across the United States, specializing in diverse areas such as aviation, environmental services, funding resources, land development, oil & gas, power, public works, right-of-way management, structural engineering, surveying, telecommunications, transportation, and water resource management. Today, KLJ operates a network of offices and remote locations that extend throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Minnesota, Wyoming, and Colorado.

In 2008, KLJ became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As owners, employees at KLJ assume accountability for their actions and endeavors, continually motivating one another to strive for excellence daily. When KLJ employees help make their clients successful, they are successful and as owners, financially benefit. This creates a strong ownership culture that empowers employees to do their best work.

ProAct, a subsidiary of KPH Healthcare, is a pharmacy benefit management company headquartered in East Syracuse, New York. They manage prescription drug dispensing through a national retail network of over 66,000 pharmacies in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Virgin Islands, plus their own mail order pharmacy.

In 1984, ProAct became employee-owned when its parent company, KPH Healthcare, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As an employee-owned company, Proact Pharmacy Services are able to stand out not only for their business model but also for how that model benefits TPAs, brokers, and clients. Their more than 4,000 employee owners are all in, invested in client success.

Katz, Sapper, & Miller is a 100% employee-owned advisory, tax, and audit firm. The company was founded in 1942 by Lewis Levy. For decades KSM has been known as Indiana's go-to tax firm and with decades in business, has now expanded to customers across the nation.

KSM became employee-owned in 2001 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership reinforces the company's mission to empower great people to do great things. 

Keesee Associates, a subsidiary of Total Solutions Group, was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Maitland, Florida. The firm initially offered design and production services. Along with their sister company, FDS Engineering under the Total Solutions Group umbrella, the firm now offers a one-stop, total solution studio. Their expanded services include commercial, custom home design, remodels/ renovations, and production builder service. 

In 2021, Keesee Associates became employee-owned when its parent company, Total Solutions Group, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Founded in 1978, Keller Schroeder is headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, with a second location in Nashville, Tennessee.  They have a cross-industry market focus, including a concentration of clients in manufacturing, finance, utilities, and healthcare.  We have clients ranging in size from international organizations to small regional offices.  Diversity allows them to realize the positive impacts that can come from the implementation of technology to improve business processes in organizations of all sizes.

Their strong ownership culture earns them consistently high feedback from employee-owners, clients, and the community.  We genuinely value ‘owning.’  From owning follow-through and communication to owning  positive outcomes on projects to owning responsibilities as members of our communities, Keller Schroeder employee-owners engage differently because of their culture.  

Kenneth’s Hair Salons and Day Spas is 100% employee-owned and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. They provide beauty and wellness services like haircare services, nail services, esthetic services and more. Currently, Kenneth’s operates ten locations in central Ohio. 

In 2007, Kenneth’s Hair Salons and Day Spas became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). All technicians complete an extensive training program that focuses on world-class service and contemporary skills. The ownership culture at Kenneth’s Hair Salons is dedicate to nurturing a positive work environment that is also financially beneficial to its employees. As employee owners, technicians at Kenneth’s are deeply devoted to upholding the highest standards of excellence in their work.

Ketchum & Walton Company is an employee-owned HVAC contracting company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Ketchum & Walton Co. has provided value for their customers since 1949 through engineered solutions for air filtration, architectural and interior noise control, HVAC, and vibration solutions. The company is committed to providing products and services that are cost effective and have a positive impact on the environment by lowering energy consumption and reducing noise. Over their nearly 75 years in business, the company has grown to twelve offices in major cities throughout the Northeast. 

In 1981, Ketchum & Walton Co. became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As employee owners, each individual has a vested interest in exceeding results for their clients. Their commitment is to deliver cutting-edge solutions for their customers while providing excellent customer service. They are also invested and engaged in their local communities.

Kinney Drugs, a subsidiary of KPH Healthcare, was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Gouverneur, New York. Since that time, Kinney Drugs has grown to nearly 100 stores across New York and Vermont. Kinney Drugs provides quality pharmacy, health and retail services at competitive prices. 

In 1984, Kinney Drugs became employee-owned when its parent company, KPH Healthcare, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As an employee-owned company, the company is responsive to the needs and goals of their employees to ensure there is an equitable return on their investment.

Kraft Fluid Systems is a 100% employee-owned heavy equipment sales company headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio. Specializing in servicing and selling world-class mobile hydraulic equipment systems, Kraft Fluid Systems has celebrated over 30 years in business. 

In 1998, Kraft Fluid Systems became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As owners, Kraft employees take ownership of every client challenge and by using their technical expertise, work to provide the best custom solutions. Kraft Fluid Systems employee owners are known for their extensive industry knowledge, integrity, and passion. As employee-owners, they are uniquely motivated to provide increased value to their customers. 

Kraft Fluid Systems has developed a strong ownership culture by investing resources like ongoing training, education, and certifications for their employees. Today, Kraft has 50 employee-owners and has enjoyed consistent growth, committed team members, and a financially rewarding environment. 

Kraus-Manning, Inc., (KMI International) is an employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Orlando, Florida. As a full-service construction consultancy business, KMI serves a broad range of local and international projects. For over 20 years KMI has delivered hundreds of successful projects across the world for public and private owners.

In 2020, KMI International became employee-owned when they established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). KMI’s employee owners work hard to contribute to and share in the success of the company. As a dynamic, hardworking team, they pride themselves on delivering for their clients while giving back to their communities. The ownership culture at KMI supports continued learning and professional development for employees.

Kurt Manufacturing Company is an employee-owned manufacturing business and is  headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in 1946, Kurt provides contract machining, aluminum die casting, screw machining and custom product solutions.  Kurt's distinguished engineering proficiency and a rich heritage of achieving excellence synergize to yield products that stand as exemplars of quality. Kurt Manufacturing is committed to providing high-quality parts and products to meet the needs of the aerospace, petroleum, semiconductor, and defense industries. Today, the company operates five locations in Minnesota, Nebraska, and Colorado. 

In 1995, Kurt Manufacturing Company became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). With over 500 employee owners, Kurt Manufacturing is a team of adept professionals who have the experience, skill and machinery to handle the most challenging projects. Together, employee owners contribute to and share in the success of the company. This uniquely motivates them to do their best work and provide exceptional customer service.

In 1963 LEE Building Products, Inc. started out as a company between friends, Ray Lee and Tommy Nash. The original name of their company, Lee Nash Masonry Products was formed in Frankfort, KY. In the early 70’s, Ray Lee bought Nash’s end of the business which then became LEE Brick & Block in 1975. From that point on, with the help of his 5 sons, LEE Building Products Inc., has expanded it to what it is today with 26 locations and +400 employees across Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee.

In 2006, LEE Building Products became a 100% employee-owned company and in 2021 joined Houchens Industries, Inc. We at LEE Building Products manufacture, sell and distribute an array of products for industrial, commercial, and residential use. We distribute a wide variety of architectural concrete block, pavers, retaining walls, outdoor firepits, natural and manufactured stone. We also sell and distribute many brands of clay brick, natural stone, concrete masonry units, masonry accessories, hardscape accessories and landscape lighting.

Our brand promise is simple; we provide our customer superior service and deliver the best quality product available in the marketplace. By building trusting relationships with employees, customers and vendors, dedication to hard work and investing in our people, production facilities and equipment, we have and will continue to meet the needs of our valued customers and industry standards.

LEFCO Worthington is a 100% employee-owned manufacturer of engineered custom wood crates and heavy-duty skids for international shipping and a subsidiary of Evergreen Cooperatives. The minority-owned company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio and was in 2003 by Larry Fulton. 

LEFCO Worthington transitioned to employee ownership in 2023 when they were purchased by Evergreen Cooperatives and implemented a worker co-op. Employee-ownership is attractive to the company for several reasons; the model will allow LEFCO Worthington to provide attractive wage jobs which allow for true wealth creation opportunities for employee-owners.

LEFF Design Build is a 100% employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Sebastopol, California. Founded in 1978, LEFF Design Build has been designing, building, and remodeling homes throughout Sonoma County for 45 years. 

In 2021, LEFF Design Build became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ownership culture at LEFF empowers employees to build wealth and success for themselves, the company, and their Sonoma County community. Employee owners at LEFF are encouraged to grow personally and professionally to help achieve their goals and client objectives.

Lad Irrigation Company is a 100% employee-owned agricultural irrigation company headquartered in Moses Lake, Washington. The company was founded in 1959 by Larry, Arlie, and Don which is where the company name is derived. The company started in turbine pumps and now offers a full range of products and services designed to meet all client's irrigation needs.

Lad Irrigation Company became employee-owned in 1995 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). One of the company’s original founders, Arlie, felt that Lad’s greatest assets were their customers and employees. One of Arlie’s greatest desires was to sell the company to the employees. 

Lantana Consulting Group is an employee-owned company in the healthcare industry headquartered in East Thetford, Vermont. Since the early 1990s, Lantana consultants have been at the forefront of the health information exchange sector, spearheading the creation of globally embraced data standards facilitating exchange and reuse of data. With the increasing emphasis on national and international incentives for transitioning towards health information exchange, Lantana's expertise is in higher demand than ever before. Operating within a distributed framework, the company currently boasts a team of over 30 consultants strategically positioned across the United States, Australia, and Canada.

In 2022 Lantana Consulting Group became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As a distributed company with no single brick and
mortar office, Lantana can hire the best available talent and offer a flexible work schedule. Lantana is a rapidly growing employee-owned organization who takes pride in improving public health, quality of care, and research.

Larson Design Group (LDG) is a 100% employee-owned architectural company headquartered in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Since its founding in 1986, LDG has collaborated with clients across the nation, striving to provide them with responsive and innovative solutions. Their approach involves a variety of capabilities, combined with a steadfast commitment to sustainable business practices. For over three decades, these principles have not only guided their work but also served as the cornerstone for their substantial growth. Today, the team is in a phase of expansion, opening new offices and introducing new services.

In 2001, Larson Design Group became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). LDG  understands that every achievement is a result of the dedication and participation of their employee-owners. The company's ownership culture profoundly influences their decision-making processes and serves as motivation for their teams, which bolsters productivity, enhances employee retention, and plays a pivotal role in shaping the future accomplishments of their organization. Employees are committed to enhancing the quality of life in both their residential areas and the communities they serve. 

Lee Contracting is a 100% employee-owned industrial contracting company headquartered in Pontiac, Michigan. When the company in 1989, Ed Lee set out to create a company with the knowledge and resources to take on heavy industry projects from start to finish. Today, the company provides a wide range of services including electrical, pipe fitting, foundations, fabrication, rigging, and maintenance and repair. They have also since opened a second location in Walker Michigan. 

In 2015, Lee Contracting became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As an employee-owned company, Lee Contracting prides itself on its cohesive team of industry-leading professionals, all personally invested in the company's success. This unique ownership structure means that when Lee Contracting thrives, so do its employees. The ownership culture is rooted in their shared values of excellence, unwavering commitment, boundless enthusiasm, and the “Power of One”, which guides the team's daily actions. Lee Contracting comprises a dynamic, diverse, and industrious team of over 500 employee owners wholly dedicated to consistently surpassing customer expectations on every project.

Lee Mathews, a subsidiary of Cogent, was founded in 1954. Lee Mathews is acknowledged as a prominent figure in the pumping and process equipment solutions and services sector. The company takes pride in representing manufacturers renowned for their top-quality products, aiming to guarantee peak performance, safety, compliance, and reliability. 

In 2020, Lee Mathews became employee-owned when their parent company, Cogent, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Leer is a 100% employee-owned refrigeration storage company headquartered in New Lisbon, Wisconsin. The company was founded in 1952.

Leer became employee-owned after their parent company, Employee Owned Brands, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in 1987.

Leevers Supermarkets operates 17 grocery stores throughout the Front Range of Colorado offering an independent choice in shopping. Leevers Supermarkets operate Save-a-lot and Colorado Ranch Market stores, giving customers the opportunity to save up to 40% on their groceries, every day.

Leighton Broadcasting is a majority employee-owned company in the broadcasting industry headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Leighton Broadcasting traces its roots to owner and founder Al Leighton's purchase of KDLM AM in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota in 1963. In 2007, second generation, family leadership emerged with Bob Leighton, Al and Jean Leighton’s son, taking over the company as visionary and CEO. Under Bob’s leadership Leighton Broadcasting has continued to expand and diversify including the addition of new divisions and the acquisition of radio stations throughout Minnesota.

Leighton Broadcasting became employee-owned in 1987 when it established it's Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).  Leighton Broadcasting is more than just a business with profit margins, operation goals, and a bottom line.  Each piece of the puzzle that makes up our company started small, with a talented staff, and grew through hard work and determination.

Liberty Military Housing (LMH) is a 100% employee-owned company in the real estate industry headquartered in Huntington Beach, California. The company was formed in 2001 through a Department of Defense partnership. Today, the company is a leading provider of privatized housing for the military and their families. LMH provides more than 36,000 homes in over 200 communities across ten states and the District of Columbia.   

In 2020, Liberty Military Housing became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The team at LMH is made up of individuals with a mix of property management and military backgrounds. Their expertise fosters a proactive and solution-oriented mindset and exceptional level of empathy and understanding for both residents and colleagues. Their ownership culture places a strong emphasis on the personal and professional development of its team members and, as part of this commitment, allocates over 150 hours of annual professional development to each employee-owner. Their shared mission is to bring out the best in every member, fostering an environment where exceptional work can be done to make a positive impact on the lives of military families.

Life’s Abundance is a 100% employee-owned company in the wellness industry headquartered in Jupiter, Florida. Since their founding in 1998, Life’s Abundance has made living a healthy life easier with their products that are inspried by nature and informed by science. Life’s Abundance produces wellness products for families including dogs and cats. 

In 2013, Life’s Abundance became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This transformation has enabled the organization to establish profitability on its own terms, all while steadfastly prioritizing the well-being of its cherished customers and dedicated workforce. Together, employee owners at Life’s Abundance, take initiative and work to create a successful team. As owners, employees benefit when the company is successful. This aligns incentives and motivates employees to provide excellent customer service. 

The ownership culture at Life’s Abundance empowers its employees to lead happier and healthier lives. When the company takes care of its employee owners, they can take care of their customers, distributors, communities, and families.

Litehouse is a 100% employee-owned company in the food production industry headquartered in Sandpoint, Idaho. Litehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family over 50 years ago. Since that time, it has become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these delicious products at its four U.S. facilities.

In 2006, Litehouse became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As employee owners, Litehouse takes pride in the products they make and the relationships they have with their customers. Each one of their employee owners carries on the tradition of high standards for quality and innovation.

Litehouse offers its portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods where Litehouse products are featured in meal and salad kits.

Lochmueller Group is a 100% employee-owned engineering company headquartered in Evansville, Indiana. Since their inception in 1980, Lochmueller Group has expanded to operate thirteen locations in four states. Over their 40 year history, the company has expanded its offerings that encompass a wide range of services including road, traffic, structural, environmental, and water resource design. The company takes pride in guiding clients through every phase of their projects, from planning states to final execution. 

In 2019, Lochmueller Group became employee-owned when it implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The ownership culture at Lochmueller Group nurtures respect and creativity. Employees are encouraged to be involved and are empowered to generate ideas that contribute to the collective success of the company. When the company is successful, employees benefit because they are also owners. 

The corporate leadership at Lochmueller is focused on finding meaningful solutions for their clients and employee owners. They are always looking for innovative ways to provide value and build successful customer relationships. Employees are provided with growth opportunities to help them achieve not only their professional goals but their personal goals as well.

Locke Supply Company started on a shoestring in 1955 when Don and Wanda Locke opened a Wholesale Plumbing Supply outlet in Bartlesville, OK. It was a Mom and Pop operation with no additional employees. In late 1956 and early 1957 the Locke's moved their company to Oklahoma City, OK. The marketing philosophy of taking the store to the customers began to develop when the first branch opened in 1958. His customers quickly proved they liked this way of doing business and today there are over 160 store locations in a 5 state area and a 45 acre distribution center to supply them all. Don's initial vision and zeal have been the driving force behind making Locke Supply the most progressive supply house in the Southwest.

Today Locke Supply is a growing Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, employee owned distributor located in Oklahoma City, OK. They supply over 160 stores in a 5 state trade area. The Locke Supply concept of taking the merchandise to the customer's territory with very competitive pricing has allowed Locke Supply to grow in areas never before considered profitable. Locke Supply maintains only the highest standards in quality of merchandise and people.

Los Angeles Engineering is a 100% employee-owned general engineering construction firm headquartered in Covina, California. The company was founded in 1986 and is licensed for general engineering in both California and Arizona. Los Angeles Engineering specializes in vital infrastructure, transportation, and recreation construction.

In 2009, Los Angeles Engineering became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The company has historically seen very low turnover which reinforces that the company is fostering a positive work environment for its employees. Los Angeles Engineering understands that by investing in their employees they are also investing in the company’s future success. 

Loureiro is a 100% employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Plainville, Connecticut. Loureiro Engineering Associates, founded in 1975 by engineers and environmental scientists, initially focused on delivering exceptional services in their expertise. However, client demands for comprehensive project oversight, including construction, led to the establishment of trusted partnerships with contractors. By 1998, Loureiro completed its first vertical construction project, evolving into a full-service team. Loureiro ensures clients receive integrated solutions across vertical, heavy/civil construction, and professional services. Emphasizing client preferences and maintaining transparency, Loureiro remains attentive even after project completion, seeking feedback and ensuring accountability.

In 1998, Loureiro became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As a 100% employee-owned company, Loureiro Engineering Associates values its team and the trust clients place in them. The ESOP holds company stock in trust for participants, with special rules regarding valuation and distribution. Loureiro's commitment to employee ownership goes beyond financial aspects. They've established a committee to foster an ownership culture, facilitating communication between past and present employee owners. This committee aims to promote an inclusive workplace, benefiting individuals and the company as a whole. In alignment with their commitment to employees, Loureiro supports career progression through both ESOP and 401K programs, allowing individuals to play an active role in their short-term and long-term success.

Lueken’s Food Stores is a 100% employee-owned grocery store headquartered in Bemidji, Minnesota. Started by two brothers, the Lueken’s opened their first grocery store in 1966. After an impressive 55 years in business, Lueken’s now operates eight stores throughout Minnesota and North Dakota. 

In 2012, Lueken’s Food Stores became employee-owned when its founder, Joe Lueken, sold the company to its employees, implementing an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Today, Lueken is proud to be 100% employee-owned. Since becoming employee-owned, Lueken’s Food Stores is committed to growing in the future for the benefit of their employee owners, their families and the communities they serve. 

The ownership culture at Lueken fosters an environment where employees are encouraged to make a difference through their work, ideas, and participation. Employees are empowered to grow personally and professionally while at Lueken’s. Inspiring an ownership mindset is at the core of Lueken’s approach to employee ownership. When employees think like owners, they can have a positive impact on the success of their company. 

Lumber Traders Inc is the employee owned company that operates retail building material stores on the North Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. Our stores, Angeles Millwork and Lumber Company along with Hartnagel Building Supply specialize in helping people build their dream home or satisfy the demands of their clients.

Since 1906 at Angeles Millwork & Lumber Co. and 1960 at Hartnagel Building Supply, our employee owners have served Port Angeles and the greater Olympic Peninsula with great pride.

We invest our time supplying materials that will literally shape the surrounding community while being committed to providing the homeowner and the contractor with the best quality materials with unparalleled customer service. From the modest home to the local commercial project, and everything in between. Our ability to provide you with what is needed, supported by knowledgeable customer service professionals is our mission.

MAAS Companies is a 100% employee-owned company that specializes in providing tailored, innovative solutions in facilities program management for districts, educational institutions, and public agencies. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. 

MB Haynes is a 100% employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina. Founded in 1921, the company was initially operated as an electrical company. Over the years, it has evolved into an employee-owned, multi-trade construction and service company with a workforce of over 600 dedicated professionals. The skilled artisans and technicians within the organization possess the capabilities to cater to a wide spectrum of requirements and are equally adept at providing services and constructing a myriad of projects.

In 2021, MB Haynes became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). In essence, an ESOP functions as a retirement plan but encompasses a broader scope of impact. ESOPs are multifaceted instruments that motivate employees, enhance retention, boost productivity, preserve jobs within the community, and ultimately contribute to a company's longevity. As co-owners of the company, employees are transformed into invested entrepreneurs. This transformation fosters a sense of pride and a shared loyalty among all members, where they see their contributions as integral to a greater whole. Collaborative ownership and profit-sharing foster a harmonious work environment, as employees gain additional motivation, knowing that higher profits translate into increased personal wealth.

Enhanced transparency and greater employee involvement lead to more informed and active workplace decision-making. With employees having a stake in the company, they feel empowered to contribute creatively and express confidence in providing input on policy development. This collective approach facilitates rapid and efficient integration of customer feedback into company improvements. As a result of an engaged and motivated workforce, employees thrive, and customers receive superlative service. This synergy builds long-lasting relationships that benefit everyone involved, creating a genuine win-win scenario. In sum, ESOPs like the one at MB Haynes represent a true testament to the idea that it is a win for all parties.

MJW Consolidated is an employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Founded in 1969 by Milton J. Wood, the company initially specialized in heavy equipment rigging and house relocation. Today, MJW Consolidated is a network of companies, Milton J. Wood Company, Milton J. Wood Fire Protection, and MWJ Engineering. Each company specializes in different disciplines and they seamlessly work together to deliver a wide range of construction, engineering and fire protection services. 

In 2001, MJW Consolidated became employee-owned when they established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ownership culture at MJW Consolidated is built on mutual respect and shared rewards. Employee owners are united in their mission to deliver value to customers and cultivate repeat business through exceptional performance. When their clients are successful, then MJW is successful. Through their shared contributions, employees also benefit when the company is successful because of their ownership stake in the company. This provides motivation and a shared mission for their employee owners to do their best work.

MN Builders is a 100% employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Oakland, California. In 1981, founders Mike Mueller and Steve Nicholls laid the foundation for Mueller Nicholls Cabinetry, later known as MN Builders. For over 40 years, MN Builders has provided high end construction and building services for clients in the Bay Area and beyond. Combining a passion for craftsmanship with a proven, collaborative process, MN Builders is the relationship-driven, employee-owned, details-obsessed building firm that can transform any vision into an environment that is as precisely designed and executed as it is well-loved.

In 2015, MN Builders became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The significance of this ownership structure lies in the fact that motivated employees, who are direct stakeholders in the company's prosperity, are inherently driven to go the extra mile to contribute to that success. The ownership culture at MN Builders supports building experience that prioritizes client engagement, open communication, and satisfaction.

At MN Builders, it's not just about employees taking ownership of their individual tasks; they collectively own the entire enterprise. This shared ownership fosters a spirit of collaboration and unity, ensuring that the team works harmoniously to provide the unwavering support and dedication that clients can consistently rely on.

MOSAIC is a 100% employee-owned commercial advertising company headquartered in Cheverly, MD. The company was founded in 1948. MOSAIC works across both traditional and digital media to innovate marketing strategies for their client’s target audience. 

MOSAIC became employee-owned in 2018 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For over 70 years, the company established a reputation of an employee-focused company. This culture made the sale of MOSAIC to it’s employees a natural one. Each employee’s commitment to MOSAIC drives the success of the company. 

MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and achieve this by building honest, open relationships that go beyond the project to become a trusted source of expertise and support for immediate challenges and long-term goals. Big or small, MSA does whatever it takes to meet each need, working to make communities stronger in the process.

Our decades of experience has taught us that an off-the-rack approach to project leadership just doesn’t work.

We recognize that each community is unique, with diverse challenges and opportunities that can’t be addressed with someone else’s solution. MSA custom-builds our project teams to match your needs, assembling experts from across service lines and working “out loud” to make sure our best ideas become your best projects.

So, whether you’re looking for a few à la carte specialties or the full course of our expertise, we’re here to deliver the most cohesive, creative results–just for you.

MTE Communications is a 100% employee-owned company in the telecommunications industry headquartered in Midvale, Idaho. MTE was founded in 1909, bringing the telephone to the small farming community of 200 people. For over 110 years, MTE has offered its customers the latest telecommunications and broadband technologies. Today, the company offers phone and internet services to rural Idaho and Arizona. 

In 2008, MTE Communications became the first regulated phone company to become employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As owners, employees are committed to exceeding expectations by treating their customers, communities, and each other, with respect, honesty, and integrity. As an employee-owned company, there is now a sense of passion and purpose in the company’s ownership culture where employees stove to learn and grow everyday. 

MVE Group is an employee-owned company in the electrical industry headquartered in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. The electrical contracting firm company got its start in 1973 and was initially called Meadow Valley Electric. As the company grew, the company acquired more businesses. In 2011, all of the companies united under a single corporation, MVE Group. Today, their master electricians are licensed in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and Maryland. 

In 2009, MVE Group became an employee-owned company when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). When the companies united, all employees became owners. As a result of this, employees are included in all levels of operation and the company utilizes an open book management style. 

Since becoming employee-owned, MVE Group is passionate about taking the company to the next level. Their measure of success will be determined by its employee owners' hard work and dedication.

Mach3 is a 100% employee-owned machinery company headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The company was founded in 1971.

Mach3 became employee-owned after their parent company, AECo, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in 1974.

Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) is an employee-owned company headquartered in Gardiner, Maine. Founded in 1966 by husband and wife team, Ted and Judy Purington, provides drilling, blasting and related specialty services in the New England, Mid-Atlantic, & Southeast areas. Today, the company operates ten locations that covers areas from Maine to Alabama. 

In 2004, Maine Drilling & Blasting became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ownership culture at MD&B is grounded in honesty, respect, fairness, and responsibility. Together, employee owners work to contribute to the shared success of the company. As owners, employees benefit from the company’s successes. Employees are empowered to consistently utilize all resources to collectively create innovative solutions for their customers.

Mal Warwick Donordigital (MWD) is an employee-owned marketing company headquartered in Berkeley, California. Since their founding in 1983, the company has worked almost exclusively with non-profit causes and organizations, and political committees that foster social and economic justice. They boast 40 years of experience managing integrated direct marketing fundraising campaigns, that range from acquisition to high-dollar fundraising from both small and large organizations. Their services encompass strategic planning and campaign administration, ensuring the successful execution of campaigns spanning online, mail, and phone-based fundraising avenues. Their direct marketing fundraising programs have enabled clients to build membership and donor bases yielding well over $1 billion dollars in support of their work.

In 2001, Mal Warwick Donordigital became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). MWD is the only employee-owned dire response fundraising agency nationwide. This transition traces its roots back to the founder, Mal Warwick, who envisioned this not merely as a succession plan but as a transformative initiative. He sought to empower employees as innovative and engaged stakeholders, ushering in a new era where the company would serve the nonprofit community while prioritizing employee-owners' compensation, benefits, and the fulfillment of meaningful work aligned with the greater public interest.

MWD takes its commitment to employee ownership even further by proudly bearing the Certified Employee-Owned® status, signifying dedication to advancing employee ownership throughout the nation. This certification reflects the agency's adherence to strict standards of widespread and substantial employee ownership, where employees' shared ownership inspires unwavering dedication to delivering high-quality services and exceptional customer satisfaction. This shared sense of ownership drives unwavering commitment and effort among MWD's employee-owners, translating into direct financial benefits when the company excels in serving nonprofit clients. Ultimately, this model supports communities by allowing employees to reap the financial rewards of their hard work, contributing to local economic growth and creating economic opportunities for all.

Margaretville Telephone Company is a 100% employee-owned telecommunications provider headquartered in Margaretville, New York. The company was founded in 1916 and originally provided telephone to 16 nearby dairy farms and now offers a suite of telecommunications services to over 9,000 customers in the Catskill region of New York.

Margaretville Telephone Company became employee-owned in 1985 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership reinforces the company's values of excellence in customer service, business relationships, and investments into their community. 

Marina Landscape, Inc. was founded in 1971 and specializes in landscape construction and maintenance projects throughout the Western United States. Throughout the years, Marina has been recognized for their super work through various awards such as, several of the prestigious Associated General Contractor (AGC) Constructor Award (The “Oscar” of the Construction Industry). The company now employees more than 650 individuals across 5 branches. Marina is extremely proud of the company's diversity of services – from the 25-year maintenance partnership with the Anaheim Resorts District to the award-winning landscape construction of Petco Park in San Diego and Disney’s California Adventure – Marina has partnered with the majority of Public Entities, Engineering, and Building Contractors in the State. Clearly, the Marina Landscape family embraces the company's slogan of “Still Growing” each and every day. Marina has been proudly employee-owned since 2022.

Marina Mechanical is a 100% employee-owned company in the HVAC industry headquartered in Livermore, California. Established in 1958 by Robert Hussey, Marina Mechanical, originally named W/C Sheet Metal & Furnace Company,  has earned a strong reputation for the installation and maintenance of high-quality comfort systems spanning the nine Bay Area counties. The company's comprehensive HVAC services encompass commercial work, refrigeration, AC repair, general maintenance, and more, covering a broad spectrum of HVACR needs. 

In 2015, Marina Mechanical became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This transition has fostered an ownership culture among employees who now actively contribute to and share in the company's success. Employee ownership is further upheld in their core values of honesty, integrity, and respect.

Marshall Industrial Technologies offers a single source for your plant maintenance, emergency repairs and capital project installations. Marshall can provide "turnkey"​ service on any project large or small. Whether your company requires routine maintenance or emergency repairs, our fully trained staff of technicians are capable of keeping your facility running on schedule. Their goal is to provide you with value and quality through safe, productive work ethics. Their service technicians are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Masters' Supply is a 100% employee-owned wholesale company headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Founded in 1939 by Carl Zoeller, of the renowned Zoeller Pump Co. family, the company embarked on a clear mission: to become the exclusive plumbing and industrial wholesaler in Louisville. Following Mr. Zoeller's retirement announcement in the mid-90s, the company's key leaders continued to pursue his aspirations by expanding their reach. Driven by the vision of establishing multiple, fully-stocked outlets, the company diligently sought to capture market share and fortify relationships. At present, Masters’ Supply, Inc. proudly operates eight storefront locations, each housing well-stocked warehouses and impressive showrooms. 

In 1976, Masters' Supply became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The company takes immense pride in being an employee-owned company where employee owners  share in the fruits of their collaborative endeavors. This dynamic helps align the company’s interests with those of their customers. Masters' Supply, Inc. is steered by a team of employee owners who wholeheartedly commit to their personal growth. Their unwavering adherence to core values propels them towards the overarching objective of offering premium products and services, all while cultivating enduring associations with devoted clientele. The company firmly believes that the pride and dedication of its workforce are the cornerstones of its future prosperity.

Since 1986, Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders has established an outstanding reputation in the CA and WY construction industry. Expertise in residential & commercial building; renovations, retrofitting, remodels, unique ground-up projects. LEED AP.

Founded by Dan Matarozzi and Dan Pelsinger in 1986, Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders has evolved from a small construction company into a larger, more disciplined organization. We now specialize in all aspects of custom building from historical renovations, remodels, and retrofitting to unique ground-up projects. Throughout our evolution we have maintained a standard of teamwork, warranty service and proactive project management unmatched in the building industry. The results are decades of great relationships with clients and architects, and hundreds of quality projects completed on time and on budget.

Matrix Design Group is a 100% employee-owned company in engineering and architectural industries headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. For over 20 years, Matrix Design Group has offered engineering, architectural, planning, ecological, environmental, design, construction and consulting services to a variety of industries. Today, the company operates 11 offices in six states, Washington D.C., and Guam. 

In 2007, Matrix Design Group became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Their ownership culture supports creative teamwork and a distinct commitment to excellence. Matrix Design Group strives to bring positive change to all of those they serve, including their employee owners, clients, and their communities.Through their collaborative work, employees can also contribute to positive change. As owners, employees have a vested stake in the company’s success. 

Maul Foster & Alongi is a 100% employee-owned environmental engineering consulting firm headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. The company was founded in 1996 by Jim Maul, Tom Foster, and Neil Alongi. Maul Foster & Alongi works with a diverse group of clients ranging from attorneys to forest products.

Maul Foster & Alongi became employee owned in 2013 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership reinforces the company's commitment to excellent service that helps their clients succeed.

McDantim, Inc. has specialized in on-site gas blending since 1988 with over 200,000 Trumix® systems around the world.  The corporation is based in Helena, Montana with a sister company, BSL Gas Technologies Limited, in Rochester, Kent, England.

Trumix® Blenders are a unique design approach to blending on-site and offer value to the entire gas management system. We have two distinct product lines the Beverage Series and the Industrial Series. Trumix® Blenders are factory pre-set to the blend(s) you specify. This prevents unauthorized people from making unnecessary changes to the blend(s) away from your company s standards. We guarantee our Trumix® Blenders to be accurate within +/- 10% of minor component or 2% of full scale. If either gas supply fails, the Trumix® Blender will automatically shut off all gas flow through the outlets, thereby assuring the quality of your product and the accuracy of the blend. Trumix® Blenders do not require electricity, floor space or storage tanks. 

McFarland Johnson is a 100% employee-owned engineering company headquartered in Binghamton, New York. The company was founded in 1946 in the home of its founder, William H. McFarland. William, who started out offering engineering and surveying services. As he gradually added employees, William moved his operations to his first office. Over the past 75 years, McFarland Johnson has evolved from a small at-home operation to having 24 locations across 12 states. 

In 1992, McFarland Johnson became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ownership culture at McFarland Johnson puts their people first, their employees, their customers, and their community. They make decisions that are in the best interest of their people. As owners, McFarland Johnson employees are proud of the work they do and its impact in the places they live and work. 

McFarland Johnson employee owners share in the financial success of the company which uniquely motivates them to work harder and provide exceptional service. McFarland Johnson offers a range of personal and professional development opportunities and resources to their employees. 

McGuire and Hester, a subsidiary of Harbor Linx, was founded in 1926 by two Irish immigrants, Mike McGuire and Mike Hester. Together, their vision has spanned nearly a decade and includes some of Northern California's most notable landmarks and infrastructure projects. 

In 2003, McGuire and Hester became employee-owned when its parent company, Harbor Linx, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Their mission statement 

is, “Together We Build Things Right.” This statement encompasses their business philosophy as well as values and culture. With a team environment that focuses on the greater good, resulting in a fantastic place to work that positively impacts McGuire and Hester's community and business partners.

Melton Machine & Control Company, a 100% employee-owned company, is an established leader in automated arc welding machines.  With over 50 years of experience designing and building premium-quality, value-focused, equipment and fixtures, they are trusted by their partners around the world to develop precise, efficient solutions for factory automation.  The company is headquartered in Washington, Missouri and was founded by Vernon Melton in 1970.

Melton Machine & Control Company credits the dedicated, experienced employees, representing a unique combination of talents, to their success.

Melton Truck Lines is a 100% employee-owned flat bed truck company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The company was founded in 1954 by Bert and Gladys Melton. The company started with service to Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico and over the last 70 years has expanded to an international carrier servicing the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Melton Truck Lines became employee-owned in 2023 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership reinforces the company's commitment to a family culture and open communication.

Menke & Associates is a majority employee-owned company in the financial services industry headquartered in Oakland, California. Menke & Associates has designed and installed more ESOPs than any other firm in the country. They provide all the services needed to design and install an ESOP. Menke & Associates, Inc. was founded in 1974 by John Menke who co-authored the landmark ESOP legislation which subsequently spawned the industry. 

In 1983, Menke & Associates became employee owned when it established its own Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Their ESOP Advisors bring more than 100 years of collective experience in structuring ESOP transactions. These officers and associates have participated in over 2,500 transactions.

Today, the firm is one of the leading firms in the United States in structuring Employee Stock Ownership Plan transactions. They have clients in all 50 states. Clients range in size from as few as ten employees to as many as 10,000. 

Merit Oil Company is a 100% employee-owned wholesale fuel and lubricant distributor headquartered in Bloomington, CA. Cool Transports is a subsidiary of Merit Oil Company. Together, the company is a third generation business that offers gasolines, diesel fuels, thinners, solvents, kerosene, automotive, commercial and industrial lubricants of the finest quality. Merit Oil provides delivery of products as well as wethose and cardlock fueling. Cool Transports is a common carrier that provides for hire hauling of refined petroleum products. Merit Oil Company has 5 different locations. Merit Oil Company is a proud member of the Western Petroleum Marketers Association (WPMA) , California Independent Oil Marketers Association and the California Truckers Association. 

Merit Oil Company became employee-owned in 2021 when it implemented an ESOP. Employee ownership reinforces the company's strong commitment to the local communities in which it operates. 

Metcalf Archeological Consultants, Inc. (Metcalf) is a cultural resources management firm with more than 40 years of experience providing archaeological services in the Rocky Mountains, Eastern Great Basin, and Central and Northern Great Plains.

Metcalf conducts all phases of the cultural resources compliance process – file searches, inventory, testing, mitigation, construction monitoring, laboratory analysis and artifact curation, report production, and tribal consultation. We have the professional staff and experience to ensure that your project(s) comply with all federal, state, tribal, and local cultural resource laws, regulations, and requirements. With multiple offices in three states, technical staff can quickly mobilize for projects in a large geographical area. 

Metcalf built its reputation by providing expert solutions and responsive service designed to meet clients' needs. We pride ourselves on offering these services in a timely and professional manner at a competitive cost. Applying over 30 years of experience working with clients in the energy, transportation, telecommunication and other industries, we can meet diverse client needs in an efficient manner.

Midwest Transatlantic Lines, Inc., is a 100% employee-owned company in the freight forwarding and Customs brokerage industries, headquartered in Berea, Ohio. Richard Gareau, a local native of Cleveland, OH started Midwest Transatlantic Lines, Inc. in 1980 with the vision of making Cleveland a strategic hub for cargo moving between Europe and the Midwest. Over Rick’s 41-year career, he has led the company from an office of only a few to the largest independent International Freight operation in Cleveland.

Midwest Transatlantic Lines Inc., became employee-owned in2021 when it established their ESOP. 

Miklos Systems, Inc. (MSI) is an employee-owned company providing software development, systems engineering, and project management services to our customers, primarily in the Federal Government.

Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Miklos Systems, Inc. offers the flexibility of a small company but with great depth and breadth of skills. Each person who joins our team is a technical expert in their field. As our numbers grow, our skills and service diversity increases, and the breadth of solutions we can offer to our customers increases. 

MSI became an Employee-Owned company in 2006. At MSI, we believe the people who have contributed to the success of MSI should share in the ownership and benefit from the company’s success. Our employee-ownership culture inspires us to be more innovative and strive for higher customer satisfaction. Immediate access to senior management, a responsive corporate culture, and streamlined infrastructure allows us to provide cost-effective solutions to our customers.

Milton J. Wood Company, a subsidiary of MJW Consolidated, was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. The first of the MJW companies, Milton J. Wood Company is a full service general and mechanical contractor. The company holds a range of licenses that include general contracting, plumbing, roofing, and underground utilities, in multiple states. They serve mining and oil companies as well as aerospace and power generation organizations. 

In 2001, Milton J. Wood Company became employee-owned when its parent company, MJW Consolidated, implemented its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Because their employees are owners, they have a vested stake in making the company successful. This aligns everyone to the same goal of delivering value to their customers. They understand that when their clients achieve their goals, their company can succeed.

Milton J. Wood Fire Protection, a subsidiary of MJW Consolidated, was founded in 1991 in response to an industry that demanded a full-service, design-build contractor capable of delivering fire protection, fire alarm and fire suppression systems. 

Milton J. Wood Fire Protection became employee-owned in 2001 when its parent company, MJW Consolidated, implemented its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and technology solutions company headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia and with over 20 locations worldwide. Founded in 1993 by Tom McMahan and Phil Soucy, the company focuses on solutions for problems of global importance in a number of critical mission areas. 

MTSI became employee-owned in 2008 upon implementation of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Today, every MTSI employee is a participant in the ESOP on day 1 with the company.  The company's #1 core value is "Employees Come First" and the company lives that value, and all of our core values, every day.  Leadership makes business and financial decisions in line with putting employees first.  Our company culture offers a unique, respectful, and collaborative environment where our employees are in control of their career success.    

Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M), a 100% employee-owned company, is a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all types of bridges, highways, and tunnels. We offer integrated in-house structural, electrical, mechanical, highway, and construction engineering disciplines under a unified management approach.

M&M’s breadth of services includes (but are not limited to): new and rehabilitation designs; inspection services; field instrumentation and nondestructive testing; load capacity evaluations; movable span balancing and rope tensioning; maintenance and protection of traffic; lighting design; erection analysis; bridge security and vulnerability analyses; vessel collision assessments; scour analyses; suspension cable and suspender rope investigations; fatigue evaluations; emergency response assessments and forensic studies; seismic assessment and design; and bridge engineering research, code, and course development. 

For more information, including in-depth videos of M&M at work, please visit www.modjeski.com.

Monterey Mechanical is a majority employee-owned industrial contractor and metal fabricator headquartered in Oakland, California. The company was founded in the midst of World War II, 1942, to support the war effort with military base construction support. Monterey Mechanical now industrial projects that include water and wastewater treatment plants, power generation facilities, and other complex industrial facilities.

Monterey Mechanical became employee-owned in 2006 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employee Ownership reinforces the company's core values of safety, customer satisfaction, integrity, respect, collaborative innovation, and sustainability.

Moody’s Co-Worker Owned, Inc is a majority employee-owned collision center headquartered in Gorham, Maine. The company began as Moody's Body Shop in 1977 and now has 14 locations. Moody’s Co-Worker Owned, Inc is Maine's leader in collision and auto body repair offering everything from minor touch-ups and paintless dent removal, to complex structural repairs. 

In 2003 Moody’s Co-Worker Owned, Inc became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The company believes the strength of their organization is their co-workers, who are the most dedicated, committed and qualified in the industry. This is shown in company growth of over 18% since the beginning of the ESOP.

Mortenson Dental Partners is an employee-owned dental practice headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Mortenson Dental Partners stands as one of the largest networks of employee-owned dental practices in the United States. Originally established as a single practice in 1979 by Dr. Wayne Mortenson, the company has expanded to encompass over 140 practices spread across ten states, boasting a workforce of over 1,500 dedicated professionals who collectively oversee nearly one million patient visits each year. Their comprehensive range of services, encompassing general and pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery. 

In 2005, Mortensen Dental Partners became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). What sets Mortenson Dental Partners apart from many other dental support organizations is its unique status as a fully employee-owned entity. This distinctive approach empowers each practice to retain the feel of a private establishment while benefiting from the resources and support of a larger organization. Employees are encouraged to embrace an ownership mindset, allowing them to make informed decisions that best serve their team, patients, and the practice.

Mountain Hardware and Sports is a 100% employee-owned hardware store that offers clothing, home decor, sporting goods, fishing gear, rental machinery equipment, and just about anything to fit a mountain lifestyle. Three long-time friends opened the first Mountain Hardware and Sports at the old Gateway center in Truckee in 1977, and in 1991 the store’s owners moved to open a store at one of its current locations right along Donner Lake. The company now has four locations in Northeast California. 

Mountain Hardware became employee-owned in 2001 when they implemented an ESOP. Initially 49% employee-owned following the establishment of its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), the company became majority-EO in 2005, a few years after it opened its Blairsden location. By 2013, the company had acquired Truckee Rents, its equipment rental business, and it had achieved 100% employee ownership.

Now with over 100 employee-owners, Mountain Hardware and Sports ties its core values to its shared ownership structure. The company encourages employees to think and act like owners, understanding that daily and weekly contributions can positively impact the company’s performance and the growth of individual ESOP accounts.

Movement for Life is a 100% physically therapy company headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California. From one clinic when the company was founded in 1999, Movement for Life is now a thriving network of successful clinics throughout California, Arizona, and North Carolina. Movement for Life is the largest employee-owned outpatient physical therapy team in the country. 

In 2014, Movement for Life became employee-owned when they established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As employee-owners, there is a sense of shared commitment to enhance the overall well-being and satisfaction of their clients. Employee owners are committed to providing individualized and specialized care for their clients. Their locally owned and operated clinics are united by the shared belief that moving with purpose leads to a happier and healthier life.

The ownership culture at Movement for Life encourages life-long learning and knowledge sharing among its employees. The organization is committed to providing ample opportunities for career growth and educational advancement. Movement for Life is dedicated to being a steadfast partner in helping individuals achieve their professional aspirations. The organization wholeheartedly understands that contented team members translate into satisfied patients.

Mulberry Street Management Services, Inc., doing business as Coordinating Council for Independent Living, Inc., and West Virginia’s Choice, Inc., are both West Virginia owned and operated businesses providing community services to the citizens of West Virginia.

Murow Development Consultants in a full service Land Development consulting company that specializes in all facets of the land development industry.  This includes divisions spanning 10 strategic segments from pre-construction, during construction, and post-construction services. Steve Murow founded the company in 2012, with the vision that clientele would benefit from quality services that deliver a project on schedule, within budget, and avoiding unnecessary complications.

Murow was named by the Orange County Business Journal as the “4th Fastest Growing Small Business in Orange County” in 2015 and one of the “Best Companies to Work for in Orange County” in 2016. As a “contractor based” firm, every member of the team had either owned, operated and/or provided “hands-on” services to contracting firms. This gives their consultants an inherent understanding of the industry, and offers clients a distinct advantage for getting their projects done right.

Murow|CM is a leader of innovation in the industry. Through areal documentation, cloud based communication, green practices, and a strong philanthropic emphasis they intentionally press into their niche for building their business responsibly and outside of the box. They rest on their core values: honesty, respect, service, integrity, family and excellence to deliver consistent, trustworthy results.

Murray Company is a 100% employee-owned company in the plumbing & HVAC industry headquartered in Rancho Dominguez, California. Founded in 1913, the company started as an entrepreneurial hands-on industrial and commercial HVAC plumbing and pipe contractor. Over their 113 years in the industry, Murray Company has expanded its offering and now operates as a full-service mechanical and underground piping contractor. Today, they have seven locations, six in California and one in Arizona. They are also licensed in seven states. 

In 1997, the Murray Company became employee-owned when they established their Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Today, the company boasts 1,100 employee owners whose shared contributions have made the company successful over their lengthy history. The ownership culture at Murray Company empowers employees to pursue personal and professional development opportunities. Their dedicated team of industry professionals are their biggest asset and they take immense pride in their work. 

NACM Nashville, a subsidiary of William D. Meeker Enterprises, is a credit management firm headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. NACM Nashville services a variety of industry credit groups, primarily focused in the construction industry. 

In 2005, NACM Nashville became employee-owned when its parent company, William D. Meeker Enterprises implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

NACM Tampa, a subsidiary of William D. Meeker Enterprises, is a credit management firm headquartered in Tampa, Florida. They offer services to a variety of industry credit groups in the greater Tampa area and surrounding cities, statewide and throughout the US and Canada.

In 2005, NACM Tampa became employee-owned when its parent company, William D. Meeker Enterprises implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

NASCO Industries, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned manufacturing company headquartered in Washington, Indiana. Founded in 1979, the company is a leading manufacturer of protective outerwear solutions manufactured in the United States. NASCO features highly innovative products to serve the gas and electric utility, oil and gas, transportation and food processing industries. Their solutions provide protection  from electric arcs, hydrocarbon flash fires, chemical splash, roadside traffic hazards and generally wet work environments. 

In 1984, NASCO Industries, Inc., became employee-owned when the company implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees at NASCO are industry experts who are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. As owners, employees have a vested interest in doing their best work because they benefit from their hard work when the company is successful. This helps align incentives and provide motivation throughout the organization.

We install and service video, alarm, and access control systems nationally to give you the peace of mind in knowing that your business, employees, customers and property are secure. Leading enterprise companies across a spectrum of industries have relied on NAVCO for the past five decades to secure their businesses. As your trusted integrated security advisor, we provide expert recommendations that resolve real-world challenges using best-in-breed technologies. Our technicians are expertly trained and dedicated to customer satisfaction. We're committed to helping you enhance the value of your business, while maximizing the return on your security system investment. With our remote service capabilities, we can resolve up to 40% of system issues without a costly truck roll, ensuring that your systems are up and operating at peak levels. We deliver measurably better installations and customization meaning we understand that one solution doesn’t fit all so we conform to your specific needs and process. For more information on our electronic business security services, visit us at www.NAVCO.com or call 800-788-3779. 

NBS is a 100% employee-owned company in the financial services industry headquartered in Temecula, California. Since their founding in 1996, NBS has supported local governments and communities in California and across the United States with funding efforts to support their future. Today, they operate two locations in California.

In 2014, NBS became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As an employee-owned company, NBS delivers an enhanced performance for their clients and employee owners. The ownership culture at NBS embraces a Corporate Social Responsibility (CRS) philosophy that empowers employee owners to advocate for causes that are significant to them. As employee owners, everyone is aligned on the common goal to make the company successful and provide an exceptional customer experience.

NMR was founded in 2001 with a mission of providing independent, high-quality evaluation and market assessment services to administrators and regulators of energy-efficiency and renewable energy programs.

NMR measures the impacts of energy-efficiency and renewable energy programs and provides strategic guidance for improving program design and delivery. We provide clients with research-based information and insights to help them focus program efforts based on prevailing market structures and conditions.

 As experts in today's energy-efficiency program industry, we address all aspects of evaluation, from developing program theory and logic models to conducting formative and summative evaluations to leading overall evaluation planning and management. NMR Group is made up of 41 employee-owners who help clients evaluate energy efficiency and renewable programs and assess the complex markets in which they operate.

NP Mechanical, a subsidiary of Rice Services, was founded and is located in Corona, California. NP Mechanical helps builders by providing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection services all under one roof. 

NP Mechanical became employee-owned in 2019 when its parent company, Rice Services, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Being employee-owned means that providing exceptional service is part of their DNA. This is echoed in their mission which aims to empower its employee owners to help their customers safely and efficiently build the best homes and commercial properties possible.

Nafta Distributors is a 100% employee-owned company in the logistics and supply chain industry, headquartered in Ontario, California. . Committed to supplying and distributing to grocery stores, food service providers, and wholesalers, NAFTA Distributors ensure the availability of high-quality authentic products commonly utilized in Hispanic households. Through a focus on customer service and client relationships, the company has established partnerships with every major retailer across the United States, making its products readily accessible. 

In 2023, Nafta Distributors became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).  The company has fostered enduring connections with business partners and the local community, striving to be the most trusted, respected, knowledgeable, and service-oriented partner available.

Nash Plumbing and Mechanical, LLC, a subsidiary of HB Global LLC, was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Wildwood Florida.  The company has the expertise and resources to design, budget, and construct any plumbing or mechanical project. 

Nash Plumbing and Mechanical, LLC became employee-owned in 2010 when its parent company, HB Global LLC, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As owners, employees are dedicated to and stand by the work they provide. Everyone shares in and contributes to the company’s success. Through their participation in the ESOP program, employees are inspired to bolster the strength of their shares by ensuring clients receive the highest value and service standards. The loyalty demonstrated by our numerous repeat clients stands as a testament to the advantages of collaborating with our dedicated employee owners.

Neighborhood Fresh is a 100% employee-owned grocery store headquartered in Holland, Ohio. Neighborhood Fresh is a local grocer that operates four locations in Northwestern Indiana. The grocery store offers a variety of in-store services like a bakery, deli, lottery, carpet cleaning rentals, custom cake decorating, along with a large selection of beer, wine, and organic food items. 

In 2022, Neighborhood Fresh became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As owners, Neighborhood Fresh employees are passionate about their local communities. They are proud to offer their customers a wide variety of fresh, quality products.