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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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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.

Steward-ownership: Rethinking ownership in the 21. century

09/2023 | English, #basics, #read, #finance, #historyofso, #SME, #start-up, #transformation

This book is the foundational work for rethinking corporate ownership for the 21st century. In articles, interviews and case studies, the concept of steward-ownership as a tangible option for self-determined and purpose-driven companies is outlined in theory and practice.

Purpose over greed – Rethinking capitalism

09/2023 | English, #read, #inspiration, #SME, #socent, #start-up, #stories

A documentary about steward-ownership, featuring the Purpose companies Ecosia, Wildplastic and elobau. What motivates founders to transform their company into steward-ownership, to set up their business in steward-ownership or family businesses to design succession processes in steward-ownership?

Case Study: Vyld

04/2024 | English, #read, #finance, #inspiration, #start-up, #stories, #transformation

A must-read for anyone who’s interested in steward-ownership aligned financing. German start-up VYLD seeks to promote menstrual health while saving the oceans. Their mission is to produce innovative, eco-friendly, and healthy products made from seaweed, starting with tampons.

The Patagonia Structure in the Context of Steward-Ownership

09/2023 | English, #basics, #read, #education, #implementation, #SME, #transformation

An article about Patagonia's new ownership model. Yvon Chouinard's shift to steward-ownership sparks debate and redefines corporate ownership. With the realignment of profit and purpose, Patagonia is paving the way for a paradigm shift in business dynamics and inspires entrepreneurs worldwide.

VPro Tegenlicht: Goed geld verdienen

09/2023 | English, #watch, #historyofso, #inspiration, #SME, #start-up, #stories, #transformation

In dieser Doku diskutieren Waldemar Zeiler und Philip Siefer inmitten der Covid-Krise krisensichere Wirtschaftsparadigmen; darunter auch Verantwortungseigentum. Ein Video über visionäre Unternehmer*innen, auf der Suche nach resilienten, verantwortlichen und langfristigen Geschäftskonzepten.

Case study: Wildplastic

03/2024 | English, #read, #finance, #implementation, #inspiration, #socent, #start-up, #stories

A case study about Wildplastic, outlining the startup’s mission and founding journey to set up a steward-ownership structure and including a deep dive into their two financing rounds shaped by finding aligned and non-extractive funding.

Steward-ownership is capitalism 2.0

09/2023 | English, #read, #inspiration, #start-up, #stories, #transformation

A blogpost outlining the impact of steward-ownership on capitalism by emphasizing its applicability beyond “impact companies”. Whilst addressing capitalism's negative impacts by retaining its efficiency and entrepreneurship, steward-ownership mitigates inequality and environmental concerns.

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.

Aligned capital for creative entrepreneurs

09/2023 | English, #read, #finance, #socent, #start-up

In the startup phase, creative entrepreneurs seek mission-aligned funding, challenging conventional venture capital. This article offers insights into steward-ownership structures, promoting long-term impact and sustainability for purpose-driven businesses.

Case study: Goldeimer

09/2023 | German, #read, #implementation, #inspiration, #socent, #start-up, #stories

This case study describes the path towards steward-ownership for the non-profit company Goldeimer. Steward-ownership allows for them to remain part of a larger decentralized network of companies whilst setting up a structure that allocates voting rights to those who carry operational responsibility.

What if every company in the world were like Patagonia?

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

A blogpost about Patagonia's transition to steward-ownership. Also referring to well-known examples like Bosch and John Lewis, this article looks at steward-owned companies as potential models for responsible capitalism preserving capitalism's benefits whilst addressing its inefficiencies.

Christian Kroll – A founders’ perspective

09/2023 | English, #watch, #inspiration, #socent, #start-up, #stories

In this video, Christian Kroll, founder and CEO of Ecosia, shares his perspective on steward-ownership. He gives insights into his motivation to transform the company into steward-ownership and explains what impact this has for Ecosia's employees as well as for society.

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Toolkit for Steward-Ownership

Steward-ownership: Rethinking ownership in the 21. century

Purpose over greed – Rethinking capitalism

Case Study: Vyld

The Patagonia Structure in the Context of Steward-Ownership

VPro Tegenlicht: Goed geld verdienen

Case study: Wildplastic

Steward-ownership is capitalism 2.0

Want purpose-driven businesses? Rethink ownership.

Aligned capital for creative entrepreneurs

Case study: Goldeimer

What if every company in the world were like Patagonia?

Christian Kroll – A founders’ perspective

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Toolkit for Steward-Ownership

Steward-ownership: Rethinking ownership in the 21. century

Purpose over greed – Rethinking capitalism

Case Study: Vyld

The Patagonia Structure in the Context of Steward-Ownership

VPro Tegenlicht: Goed geld verdienen

Case study: Wildplastic

Steward-ownership is capitalism 2.0

Want purpose-driven businesses? Rethink ownership.

Aligned capital for creative entrepreneurs

Case study: Goldeimer

What if every company in the world were like Patagonia?

Christian Kroll – A founders’ perspective