Teamshares is an employee ownership platform focused on transforming small businesses by facilitating employee ownership. Their mission is to place $10 billion of stock wealth into the hands of small business employees, providing retiring business owners with a reliable exit strategy. By purchasing small businesses from retiring owners, Teamshares ensures these businesses remain local while granting employees stock ownership, progressively increasing to 80% over 20 years. The goal is to build a durable network of employee-owned companies that support local economies and create financial security for employees. Their program includes recruiting a new president for each acquired business, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and financial growth among employee owners.