ESOP Archives - CFO

Introspection Leads Longtime Big Four Partner to CFO Role

Introspection Leads Longtime Big Four Partner to CFO Role

"It was very important that I became more open about whether someplace else could be a better fit,” says first-time CFO Beth Schiavo after 23 years at EY.

By David McCann | January 21, 2016

Turning Workers Into Capitalists

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Turning Workers Into Capitalists

Employee share ownership has merit. But that does not justify further government incentives.

By Economist Staff | November 22, 2013

The Joys of Employee Ownership: Video

The Joys of Employee Ownership: Video

For the CFO of a small experiential-learning company, the effort spent learning how to set up and run an ESOP is paying solid dividends.

By David McCann | November 5, 2013

How to Pay Less Tax on a Company Sale

How to Pay Less Tax on a Company Sale

Increased capital-gains taxes may hurt sellers of small companies, which may have to earn a lot more in order to keep pace with their objectives. Here’s how to avoid the pain.

By George D. Shaw | February 20, 2013

Now Is the Best Time for an ESOP

Now Is the Best Time for an ESOP

The higher capital-gains tax rate expected to take effect January 1 means that creating an employee stock ownership plan before year-end will produce significant savings.

By David McCann | October 19, 2012