Boost Your Business with Lessons Learned from UK EO Award Winners

Whether you're transitioning to EO or refining your approach, we’ve curated three essential sessions at this year's eoa Annual Conference to provide proven strategies, actions, and results to get you on the road to Great EO. 

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A highlight of this year’s eoa Annual Conference programme are three incredible sessions from last year’s UK Employee Ownership Award winners. 

These are sessions you won’t find anywhere else. Once they’ve taken place next month, you won’t get another opportunity. 

Keep reading to discover more about each session and what you’ll get by attending.

The Wise Way: A People Focused Approach to EO Transition

Crowned ‘EO Transition of the Year’ in 2023, Wise Productions’ journey is one that any business considering EO should pay close attention to.

This session dives into the very heart of Wise’s success, focusing on how to make a transition work for your business. 

From strategic communications to leadership handovers, Wise Productions will share vital lessons on avoiding common pitfalls and building a model that thrives.

But this isn’t just another how-to, it’s a chance to learn from a business that’s learnt by doing and come out the other side a stronger, better, and more resilient EO business. 

This session will leave you with the confidence to navigate your transition successfully, whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your approach.

Why This Session Matters for You:

• Learn how to craft a strategic comms plan that keeps everyone aligned
• Understand the role of governance in securing the future of your business
• Get insider tips on leadership transitions from those who’ve been through it

Building a Winning EO Business: Lessons From LUC’s Success

It’s one thing to become EO, it's another to do it so well you’re named ‘Employee Owned Business of the Year’. 

That’s exactly what LUC achieved and, in this session, they’ll reveal the strategies that made their business a model for EO success.

Through engaging, real-world examples, you’ll discover how LUC’s Charter – an essential document in their three-tier leadership structure – has guided their business, helped them navigate challenges, and ensured every employee is deeply engaged.

What makes this session so valuable is its broad applicability. Whether your business is new to EO or looking to fine-tune its governance model, LUC’s insights can help you create a stronger, more resilient organisation.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It:

• Gain insights into creating a robust governance model that evolves with your business
• Learn how to engage your entire workforce in the EO journey, no matter the size of your business
• See how strong leadership and governance can help you overcome adversity and thrive

How to Create an Award-Winning Employee Owner

What does it take to become ‘Employee Owner of the Year’? Sam Moles, Digital Marketing Manager at Stephens Scown LLP, has the answers. 

His story is a compelling example of how EO, when done right, can empower individuals to achieve incredible results.

Sam’s session is as much about his personal journey as building future leaders in your own business. 

Leadership isn’t just for the few at the top; it’s for everyone who takes ownership of your business’s success.

And that’s exactly what Sam will help you understand: how to cultivate a culture of leadership, empowering employees to take initiative and drive growth. 

As Sam says: "Leadership isn’t a product of chance – it only thrives when we intentionally create the conditions for it to flourish."

If you want to create a culture where leaders at all levels are inspired, motivated, and driving your business forward, this session is for you.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• Practical strategies to unlock the leadership potential within your team
• Insights on how to nurture future Employee Trustees, who will help shape the future of your business
• Real-world advice on building a culture of shared responsibility and growth

Book Now

If you’ve read this far, no doubt you’ll see how valuable each of these sessions are. That’s why you should head on over to the conference registration page ASAP and book your slot with your chosen session(s). 

As we’ve already mentioned, if you miss them, you won’t get another chance. And, by attending the conference, you’ll find out first hand who’s won this year’s UK EO Awards at a gala dinner.