Open Content

Steward-ownership is diverse and multi-faceted, bringing together start-ups, SMEs and large corporations, and combining modern with traditional entrepreneurship, economic sustainability with economic efficiency. Here you will find a selection of different materials on and around steward-ownership.

With the Purpose Foundation‘s open content materials, we want to share knowledge, information and experiences on steward-ownership to make steward-ownership widely accessible and known and to support stakeholders, such as entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, lawyers, tax advisors, in different regions of the world in their implementation. Click here for more information on the rights of use for the Open Content materials created by the Purpose Foundation.

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Ted X – Transforming ownership to create a better economy

03/2024 | #basics, #watch, #historyofso, #inspiration

A Tedtalk about the beginnings and basics of steward-ownership: a proposition to rethink ownership and to create an economy where companies are owned by the most able, not by the highest bidder and where a purpose is at the heart of every company’s DNA.

Toolkit for Steward-Ownership

03/2024 | #basics, #read, #implementation, #inspiration, #start-up, #stories, #transformation

A collection of materials and information to inform, guide and support you on your journey towards steward-ownership. A must-read for entrepreneurs who are considering steward-ownership as an ownership structure for their business.

Money, Power, and Stewardship: Decoding the “OpenAI Saga” of 2023

01/2024 | English, #basics, #listen, #inspiration, #stories

This article provides insight into the OpenAI Saga of November 2023 and the interplay of ownership, governance, and power dynamics regarding OpenAI and its role as a forerunner within the field of AI. It lays the basis for exploring OpenAI’s ownership structure from a steward-ownership perspective.

OpenAI in the Context of Steward-Ownership

01/2024 | English, #basics, #read, #implementation, #inspiration, #stories

The second article of the OpenAI-series explores OpenAI’s ownership structure from a steward-ownership perspective. Outlining the technical requirements, it shows that it is important to bring the ownership structure to life with stewardship in order to be able to benefit from its potential.

Ragnarson Invest: Steward-ownership – securing the purpose of your company

09/2023 | English, #basics, #listen, #finance, #inspiration, #start-up, #stories

In episode 20 of the Ragnarson Invest podcasts, Achim Hensen talks about his motivation for founding Purpose as well as the opportunities, potentials but also challenges of this alternative ownership model.

ChangeNOW2024 – Governance and Ownership: Let’s finance new corporate models

04/2024 | English, #basics, #watch, #finance, #inspiration

The full session on “Governance and Ownership” of this years’ ChangeNOW – with discussions and insights into How can we finance models that reconcile business and long-term purpose? What is at stake for investors in the relationship with their portfolio companies and their own clients?.

Tech and Trees – #14 Jakob Willeke & Steward-Ownership

09/2023 | German, #basics, #listen, #finance, #inspiration, #start-up

Jakob Willeke is a guest on the Tech and Trees podcast – a podcast about the potential and role of climate tech companies. In episode 14, Jakob talks about his work at Purpose and the potential of steward-ownership for businesses, the economy and society.

Case Study: Banca Ética Latinoamericana

09/2024 | #basics, #listen, #finance, #inspiration, #stories

A case study about Banca Ética Latinoamericana, a steward-owned pioneer in the financial sector and known for its innovative approach to operations and decision-making, which are guided by a clear purpose, promoting human well-being, social cohesion, and environmental regeneration.

Purpose Projects: #25 Camille Canon – What does it mean to be a purpose-driven business?

09/2023 | English, #basics, #listen, #finance, #inspiration, #stories

In this podcast, Camille Canon (co-founder Purpose US) talks about steward-ownership and why there is no way around it when talking about purpose in today’s corporate world. A technical yet fascinating conversation with examples from inspiring purpose-driven companies like Firebrand Artisan Bread.

Want purpose-driven businesses? Rethink ownership.

09/2023 | English, #basics, #read, #inspiration, #transformation

An article about the Business Roundtable’s shift from shareholder-value to stakeholder commitment that has sparked debate about the purpose of business. And the need for change for our current economic system. A plea for steward-ownership and redefining corporate ownership.

Purpose Podcast Playlist

03/2024 | English, German, #basics, #listen, #finance, #inspiration, #start-up, #stories

In our Spotify-playlist you will find a variety of podcasts and broadcasts on the topic of steward-ownership. Have fun listening!

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