HOW THE CENTENNIAL STATE IS LEADING ON EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP: A PROFILE OF COLORADO’S EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP OFFICE

This Aspen Institute profile on Colorado’s Employee Ownership Office shows how employee-owned business models can advance equity, improve job quality, and strengthen communities—especially at a time when many business owners are preparing for succession. By documenting how Colorado is using state-level leadership, technical assistance, and public awareness to expand employee ownership, the piece reflects Aspen CSG’s core belief that durable community wealth is built when assets—whether businesses, land, or local talent—are rooted locally and benefit residents over the long term. Just as Aspen CSG supports rural communities in capturing and growing local assets for shared prosperity, Colorado’s model demonstrates how intentional policy and infrastructure can align economic opportunity with community well-being.