The Walker Group: CT’s First Perpetual Purpose Trust-Owned Comp

Pioneering a Purpose-Driven Future: Our Journey as Connecticut’s First Perpetual Purpose Trust-Owned Company

At The Walker Group, we are beyond excited to share a significant milestone in our company’s history—becoming Connecticut’s first Perpetual Purpose Trust (PPT)-owned company! This groundbreaking model has transformed our business and solidified our commitment to Social Enterprise – in perpetuity.

So, what exactly is a Perpetual Purpose Trust, and why did we choose this model?

The PPT-ownership model is a unique structure that has allowed our founder, Kate Emery, to retire while also protecting the business from being sold, and reinforcing our social mission and commitments. Since 2007, The Walker Group has operated as a Social Enterprise, using our profits for social and environment impact and employee distribution rather than traditional shareholder interests. For The Walker Group this means embedding sustainability, community impact, and shared success into our organization's DNA.

Exploring Our PPT Transformation on 'Friends with Employee Benefits' Podcast

Our co-CEO, Jessica Rich, recently shared The Walker Group’s journey to becoming a PPT-owned company on Friends with Employee Benefits: A OneDigital Podcast. In this episode, Jessica discusses how this transformation has increased employee engagement and reinforced our community efforts, making purpose-driven ownership a game-changer.

As Jessica explains in the episode, becoming PPT-owned is more than just a business decision; it’s a long-term commitment to making a positive impact. By prioritizing our employees and community, The Walker Group is redefining success—not just in terms of profit, but by how we can contribute to a better, more sustainable world.

Curious to learn more about how PPT ownership is reshaping our business?

You can hear all about it by tuning into the Episode 65 of Friends with Employee Benefits: Building a Culture Around Purpose & Trust with Jessica Rich, co-CEO of The Walker Group. Jessica’s insights offer a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and rewards of this pioneering business model.

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