Employee Ownership
Ireland

Helping Northern Ireland businesses secure their future through employee ownership.

Our mission is to champion employee ownership as a powerful tool for business sustainability, innovation, and shared success. We work closely with businesses, policymakers, and stakeholders to drive awareness and adoption of employee ownership, ensuring long-term benefits for employees, companies, and the wider economy.

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Help us build a clearer picture of business succession planning and employee ownership in Northern Ireland. Complete our short survey and you will be entered into a prize draw to win a £200 voucher for Killeavy Castle Estate.

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Our quick calculator helps you understand the tax implications of selling your business to an Employee Ownership Trust versus a standard sale.

Thinking About Employee Ownership?

Explore What’s Possible

Thinking about employee ownership but unsure where to start? Our fully funded feasibility studies, supported by the Department for the Economy (DfE), help you explore whether an Employee Ownership Trust is right for your business.

Work with trusted experts to assess structure, valuation, and next steps—confidentially and without commitment.

It’s a practical, no-pressure way to understand your options and plan your future with clarity.

Start your DfE-funded feasibility study today.

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Curious about employee ownership but not sure where to start?

Our Resources Page brings together real stories, practical guides and easy-to-use toolkits to help you explore the model at your own pace.Learn how local businesses made the move, what worked for them and the impact it’s had on their people and growth.

No jargon. No sales pitch. Just honest insights and practical help.

Visit our Resources Page and start shaping what employee ownership could look like for your business.

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Connect Confidentially

Exploring employee ownership but not ready to go public? We can confidentially pair you with a business that has successfully transitioned—outside your sector but with valuable, first-hand insights. No pressure, just real-world experience from those who’ve been there.

Take the first step in confidence. Get in touch to be matched with a trusted peer.

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Latest News

From company transitions to new policy developments, our news section keeps you informed and inspired.

27th Mar 2026

S&W Wholesale: three years employee-owned

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Stay tuned for regular updates as we spotlight the transformative impact of employee ownership across various sectors.

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Upcoming Events

At EOI, we believe in the power of connection and shared learning. Our events are designed to bring together leaders, stakeholders, and advocates of employee ownership to exchange ideas, share experiences, and shape the future of this growing movement. From our own workshops and roadshows to events and conferences for other trusted organisations, these events offer unparalleled opportunities to learn and network.

EO Online Workshop – Real Stories, Real Advice

Thinking about employee ownership for your business?
Want to hear directly from those who’ve made the leap?

Join us for a focused and practical online workshop hosted by Employee Ownership Ireland....

Zoom | Free

Join us at our upcoming events to discover how employee ownership can transform your business, connect with like-minded professionals, and gain practical insights into the journey of becoming employee-owned.

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Upcoming Events

At EOI, we believe in the power of connection and shared learning. Our events are designed to bring together leaders, stakeholders, and advocates of employee ownership to exchange ideas, share experiences, and shape the future of this growing movement. From our own workshops and roadshows to events and conferences for other trusted organisations, these events offer unparalleled opportunities to learn and network.

Join us at our upcoming events to discover how employee ownership can transform your business, connect with like-minded professionals, and gain practical insights into the journey of becoming employee-owned.

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We’re delighted to be taking part in several upcoming business events across Northern Ireland and beyond.
These are external conferences and exhibitions where you’ll find the EOI team sharing insights, meeting business owners, and highlighting how employee ownership can strengthen local companies.

Explore the details below and join us on the day — we’d love to see you there

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Stay tuned for regular updates as we spotlight the transformative impact of employee ownership across various sectors.

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