ESOP Partners is a sponsor and is speaking at the Wisconsin Chapter 2026 Spring Conference, held March 3-4, 2026, at Monona Terrace in Madison, WI.
Join us for an inspiring and educational experience that will energize your career and expand your professional network. This event is more than just a conference; it's an opportunity to grow, recharge, and build lasting professional relationships. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, explore the latest trends in employee ownership, or find solutions to the challenges you face, the Wisconsin Chapter Spring Conference is the place to be. As a dedicated sponsor, ESOP Partners is committed to supporting sessions that deliver actionable insights and empower your ESOP journey. Join us and be part of a community that champions the future of employee ownership.
ESOP Partners Presentations
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“Igniting the Ownership Mindset: Turning Daily Work Into Long-Term Success"
Friday, March 4th
11:20 a.m.
Presented by Jason Wellman, Director of Client Advocacy with ESOP Partners
Barnes, Inc., a longtime client, is powered by the hands and pride of 100% employee-owners. This session helps your team connect landscaping and snow removal work to the success of your ESOP. Through practical tools, leadership activities, and Barnes-specific examples, we’ll explore what it means to “act like an owner” in the field, shop, and during snow events. Interactive activities show how small behavior shifts build momentum, giving employees tools and inspiration to live the ownership mindset daily.
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“The Trust Effect: Making Ownership Culture Stronger, Braver, Bolder"
Friday, March 4th
2:20 p.m.
Presented by Beth Krieck, Ownership Culture Consultant
with ESOP Partners
Trust isn't optional; it's the backbone of engagement, performance, and true ownership. This session explores what trust really looks like inside an ESOP, how to spot and avoid common trust-breakers, and the practical actions that strengthen culture. Through small-group breakouts and real-world examples, participants will uncover the building blocks of a high-trust ownership culture and leave with clear, actionable steps to make their own organizations stronger, braver, and bolder.
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Additional ESOP Partners Team Members Attending
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Kris Kaul
Senior Business
Consultant |
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Tyler Howell
Senior Business
Consultant |
For more conference information and registration, visit The ESOP Association website.