Cooperative & community ownership models: 2026 COO learning series
Join the first Learning Community + Seattle Cooperator meetup learning series session of 2026. This year we are continuing to uplift cooperative ownership and models to strengthen worker & community self-determination, democratic collective governance and well-being.
On March 12th we will hear the stories of two wellness business employee ownership journeys. These industries commonly have individual practices (counsellor / dietician) and speakers will share why they decided to pursue cooperative ownership models -- how they work together and still retain some independence; the pros and cons they found in forming their co-ops; and their future plans post collective organizing. There will also be time to ask questions and network with others interested in cooperative models and employee ownership, as well as evening refreshments.
Date/Time: March 12, 5:50-7:30pm
Location: New Holly Branch library, 7058 32nd Ave S #104, Seattle, WA
Speaker bios to come!