In addition to more traditional cooperative incubation programs, where worker owners begin at the idea stage and move through cooperative development to a launch, BCI works with already operating small businesses that want to convert to a worker-owned cooperative model. This kind of conversion is a key way to build the solidarity economy in our region.
In 2024, BCI has been working with two Black and Brown led businesses, Bold Yoga and Rise Up Fitness, to convert from a more traditional business structure to worker-owned cooperatives.
Do you know of or run a business that might be interested in converting or want to learn more about conversion as a retirement plan? Contact us here!