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World’s Finest® Chocolate
Transitions Into an ESOP Company
Founded in 1939 by the Opler family, World’s Finest Chocolate is a chocolate manufacturing company based in Chicago, IL.
Since pioneering product fundraising in 1949, World’s Finest Chocolate has helped fundraising partners raise over $4.7 billion dollars. In addition to fundraising products, World’s Finest is proud to make Queen Anne® cordial cherries and an extensive selection of chocolate gift items.
There Is No Magical Ownership-Culture Fairy: The Hidden Cost of Employee Ownership Shortcuts
Ownership culture isn't automatic. It’s built through better management, intentional practices, and the right diagnostics—not just engagement surveys. Read “There Is No Magical Ownership-Culture Fairy” written by
Ellen Frank-Miller, PhD CEO of WORC (Workforce & Organizational Research Center).
The Employee Ownership Blog
Inspiring and educational stories that empower employee ownership.
ILCEO's 1st Annual Employee Ownership Celebration
ILCEO celebrating employee ownership at the 1st Annual Celebration. ...more
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September 22, 2025•1 min read
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