Howden are Headline Sponsors of the eoa Annual Conference. By now, they’ve become well and truly synonymous with the UK’s biggest and best gathering in the EO calendar.

David Howden, Founder and CEO of Howden, said: 

“I love employee ownership! We built our company around it and for over three decades it's been the secret of our success. 

“We know that when people have a stake in their business, they'll go the extra mile. And the stats prove it. Companies like ours are more productive and more profitable. 

“As a Trustee member of the eoa, we’ve seen first-hand the positive impact people powered businesses can have right across the country. So we couldn't be prouder to be the headline sponsor of the eoa Annual Conference for 2025. 

“Employee ownership is a true force for good, a game changer that benefits colleagues, clients and communities alike. Who wouldn't want to be part of that?”

About Howden

Founded in 1994, Howden is the fifth largest employee owned business in the UK and one of the largest insurance groups in the world. As well as sponsoring the eoa Annual Conference, they’re also an eoa Trustee member. 

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