2026 AGC Annual Convention

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25 Mar

Inside a Contractor's Journey to an ESOP

Inside a Contractor's Journey to an ESOP

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
1 PDCs
Provider: Associated General Contractors of America
Course Name: 2026 AGC Annual Convention

Speaker: Dan Swanson; Josh Goldblatt; Joey Dodson; Britt Bruinsma; Christel Jimenez
Program Type: Conference
Registration URL: https://convention.agc.org/
, Orlando, Florida
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By the end of this session, participants will be able to: • Compare ESOPs, private equity, and third-party sales across valuation, control, tax treatment, and long-term sustainability • Explain how ESOPs affect employee engagement, retention, recruitment, and organizational culture • Analyze how ESOP structuring supports bonding capacity, surety compliance, and competitive bidding • Clarify common misconceptions about ESOP ownership, governance, and operations, and describe their impact on business performance

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Contractors often have tight-knit teams, strong company cultures, and long-term client relationships, creating a collaborative environment where employee ownership thrives. It’s no surprise, then, that construction ranks among the top three industries nationwide for adopting Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), an ownership transition strategy that eliminates capital gains and annual income tax, engages employees, and safeguards legacy. This panel will feature a contractor client and their deal team—including valuation and third-party administration experts—sharing the story behind their transition to an ESOP. Panelists will discuss why this exit strategy made sense, how they evaluated other options, and how the deal was structured to maintain bonding capacity and meet surety requirements. The discussion will also explore an ESOP’s impact on employees, including recruitment, retention, engagement, and fostering a culture of ownership—critical advantages in an industry facing ongoing labor shortages. Panelists will address common misconceptions about ESOPs and clarify how these structures affect ownership, governance, and day-to-day operations. Attendees will gain practical insights into how ESOPs compare to other exit strategies—such as private equity or third-party sales—across valuation, control, and tax treatment, including selling and operating tax-free. The panel will also highlight measurable outcomes from the transition, providing actionable guidance for contractors and advisors considering employee ownership as a strategic, long-term solution.


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