Upcoming Webinar: How an ESOP Can Provide Corporate and Shareholder Liquidity During the COVID-19 era

Thursday, January 14, 2020

(1:00PM – 3:00PM EST)

This 2-hour web seminar is free-of-charge and will show how ESOPs can be structured to accomplish these and other objectives that may be essential to the sustainability of your company in navigating through this difficult period.

The COVID-19 pandemic will likely have a financial impact on most U.S. companies for 2020, 2021, and perhaps for several years beyond. During this era, many companies will be looking for ways to minimize corporate taxes and maximize cash preservation, while also maintaining competitive employee benefits. Other companies will be looking for ways to create liquidity for shareholders who wish to retire or reduce their ownership stake.

Among the topics that will be covered are the following:

What is an ESOP and what benefits can an ESOP provide to companies and their owners?
What are the basic ESOP structures?
How are ESOPs typically structured to accomplish any one or more of seven different shareholder/company objectives?
What benefits can ESOPs provide for shareholders of S corporations?
What benefits can ESOPs provide for shareholders of C corporations?
How are companies valued for ESOP purposes?
How is ESOP financing structured?
What is the impact of an ESOP on employee motivation and productivity?

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Maximize Success with ESOPs in 2025: A Free Webinar for Business Owners, Management, and Employees

As we move into 2025, businesses are navigating a dynamic economic landscape marked by evolving tax policies, rising employee expectations, and the need for sustainable growth strategies. Whether your goal is reducing corporate taxes, creating liquidity for retiring shareholders, or retaining top talent with competitive benefits, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) offer a proven pathway to success.

This engaging 90-minute webinar will highlight how ESOPs can empower businesses to thrive in 2025 and beyond, providing insights tailored to this year’s unique challenges and opportunities.

What You'll Learn

- What is an ESOP? A comprehensive overview of how ESOPs work and the transformative benefits they offer to companies and employees.
- Solutions for 2025’s Challenges: Strategies to tackle rising labor costs, preserve cash flow, and leverage ESOP tax advantages to build resilience.
- Tax Benefits for Owners & Companies: Explore ways ESOPs minimize taxes while boosting after-tax returns for selling shareholders.
- Attract & Retain Talent: Understand how ESOPs foster employee loyalty, enhance productivity, and drive long-term growth.
- Valuation & Financing Insights: Learn how ESOP valuations are conducted and discover flexible financing structures that support your business goals.

Why 2025 is the Year to Explore ESOPs

With increasing focus on equitable business practices, tax-efficient growth, and employee empowerment, ESOPs have never been more relevant. Research shows that ESOP-owned companies consistently outperform their peers in growth, profitability, and employee satisfaction—key factors in staying competitive in today’s economy.

This webinar is ideal for business owners, CFOs, HR leaders, and advisors seeking actionable strategies to adapt and succeed in 2025’s evolving marketplace.This engaging 90-minute webinar will highlight how ESOPs can empower businesses to thrive in 2025 and beyond, providing insights tailored to this year’s unique challenges and opportunities.