The Olympia Co-op Conversion Academy
Keeping the Legacy of Olympia Small Businesses Thriving Through Cooperative Ownership
Classes Begin February 17, 2022
Local Economies Face a Twin Crisis. Silver Tsunami and Covid-19
The majority of small businesses are owned by baby boomers who are rapidly approaching retirement. The youngest baby boomers will be 60 in just a couple of years! Likewise, the effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic have put significant pressure on small businesses from safety restrictions, supply chain disruption, and even the Great Resignation. The majority of small business owners will not find a buyer for their business.
NWCDC offers our Co-op Academy to help business owners safely exit their company, reward loyal and dedicated staff, and leave the legacy of a thriving business to their community.
Through conversion to a worker co-op, these businesses can continue into perpetuity serving the community, maintaining economic vitality, and a sense of place. The workers gain job security, personal development, and a voice in their workplace. The selling owner receives a fair market price for their businesses and peace of mind as they transition to a new chapter in their lives.
Information Session Recording
Watch this recording of a recent information session to learn more.
Information Session
Recording of On-Line Info Session 11/6/21
Academy Details

Due Diligence

Show Us The Money

Co-op Basics

Personal Management

Getting Organied

Governance

Marketing Our Co-op Advantage
Closing the Sale
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Instructors
Diane Gasaway
Deborah Craig
John McNamara
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The Olympia Co-op Conversion Academy
Keeping the Legacy of Olympia Small Businesses Thriving Through Cooperative Ownership
Classes Begin February 17, 2022
Local Economies Face a Twin Crisis. Silver Tsunami and Covid-19
The majority of small businesses are owned by baby boomers who are rapidly approaching retirement. The youngest baby boomers will be 60 in just a couple of years! Likewise, the effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic have put significant pressure on small businesses from safety restrictions, supply chain disruption, and even the Great Resignation. The majority of small business owners will not find a buyer for their business.
NWCDC offers our Co-op Academy to help business owners safely exit their company, reward loyal and dedicated staff, and leave the legacy of a thriving business to their community.
Through conversion to a worker co-op, these businesses can continue into perpetuity serving the community, maintaining economic vitality, and a sense of place. The workers gain job security, personal development, and a voice in their workplace. The selling owner receives a fair market price for their businesses and peace of mind as they transition to a new chapter in their lives.
Information Session Recording
Watch this recording of a recent information session to learn more.
Information Session
Recording of On-Line Info Session 11/6/21
Academy Details

Due Diligence

Show Us The Money

Co-op Basics

Personal Management

Getting Organied

Governance
