Employee Ownership

We don’t just work at SSA. We own it.

shared responsibility

Why Employee Ownership

At SSA, ownership isn’t a buzzword — it’s the foundation of our culture. We are 100% founder- and employee-owned, with no outside investors. That means every single technician, engineer, and team member you interact with is a a part-owner in SSA and its companies.

We believe the best way to serve customers is to empower the people who serve them. Our employee-owners take pride in their work, act like owners, and are driven to go above and beyond — because they’re not just working for a company. They’re building it.

Working Towards a Common Goal

Benefits Of Ownership

Wealth Creation

Employee ownership enables all employees to benefit from SSA’s growth. They become owners of all companies in SSA.

Motivation

Shared ownership creates an organization with a larger purpose, creating a different work mindset. Our owners go the extra mile.

Accountability

Ownership gives employee-owners a greater sense of responsibility and pride in their work.

Culture

Ownership creates better culture by fostering communication, collaboration, and trust.

Transparency

We share everything with our co-owners: financial performance, wins and losses, new hires.

Their Perspectives

Hear From Our Co-Owners

“Being a part of an employee owned organization is great. From my personal experiences, I’ve been able to see the results from previous companies. Knowing this can and will become tangible while we all operate as a unit increases my eagerness and curiosity at work.”

Stephen English

SSA Co-Owner

“Equity ownership is extremely valuable and creates a culture of empowerment. Having a personal interest in SSA’s success motivated me to explore new ideas and empowers me to share them with the team.”

Vanessa White

SSA Co-Owner

“Owning a stake in SSA fills us with pride—especially when customers praise our work. They’re not just complimenting a job well done; they’re recognizing a company we own and are building together.”

Jake Prokosch

SSA Co-Owner

“SSA is a shared company, and I’m beyond excited to build and participate in our mutual long-term success.”

Rick Nelson

SSA Co-Owner

I’m proud to be an owner of SSA, where each branch is trusted to do the right thing and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We have the ability to make immediate improvements, celebrate our successes, and learn from other branches to keep getting better.

Skeet Becker

SSA Co-Owner

“At SSA, ownership means openness, trust, and respect. We’re encouraged to ask questions, learn the business, and speak with leadership as equals. My feedback is acted on, which makes me feel empowered and valued.”

Alysia Harrison

SSA Co-Owner

Simple Process

How It Works

An owner sells their company to SSA

The company becomes a part of SSA

SSA issues a stock certificate to the new employee-owners

The value grows over time with SSA

Employee-owners receive distributions

open discussions

Co-Owner Townhalls

Every quarter, we bring all SSA co-owners together to share where we are, where we’re going, and how we’re getting there — as one team. These townhalls aren’t just updates. They’re working sessions built on transparency, trust, and shared ownership.

Here’s what we cover:

Our mission, goals, and strategic priorities
Real feedback from the field — and the actions we’ve taken
What worked, what didn’t, and what we learned
Full financial performance and key business metrics
Recognition and celebration of our employee-owners

General Questions

FAQs

If I’m an owner selling, does this affect the valuation I get?: No. We buy 100% of the company, then gift some of the shares we bought to your employees.
Do employees have to buy in?: No. Ownership is granted—you don’t need to pay to participate.
Who gets ownership?: All eligible employees are included in the ownership program.
How much stock do employees receive?: Employees are granted stock worth 6–12 months of their annual compensation, with a 3-year vesting period.
How is the stock valued?: An independent firm determines the fair market value each year.
How do employees benefit financially?: When the company grows in value, so does your equity—benefiting you when you leave or retire.
How does ownership affect company culture?: It builds teamwork, accountability, and shared success across the company.
How do employees share their opinions?: Through regular town halls, surveys, and open feedback channels.
How does the value of my stock grow?: As SSA grows and expands into new service lines, the value of your stock increases.
How do I stay updated on company performance?: We hold quarterly updates and town halls to keep all co-owners informed.