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Starting a cooperative business

Starting a coop fall 2023

Co-ops 101

Learn about this values-based model where workers share in the ownership, decision-making and profits of a business. Learn about worker co-ops and Madison and resources for technical assistance and financing.

Co-ops 201

What does it take to start up a worker cooperative business? Learn about the steps and requirements to develop your co-op, as well as the resources to get it started.

Co-op financing

A crucial question for every start-up business is access to financing. Learn about the ecosystem of organizations that provide financing for worker cooperatives.

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Tuesday 10/24
via Zoom (sign up)
6-7:30 pm

Thursday 10/26
@ the Central Library
201 W. Mifflin st

12-1:30 pm

 

 

Wednesday, 11/1
via Zoom (sign up)
6-7:30 pm

 

 

Tuesday, 11/14
@ the Central Library
201 W. Mifflin st

12-1:30 pm

Connect to expert advice, technical assistance, and start-up grants at
Madison Cooperative Development Coalition
mcdcmadison.org

  

Questions? Email malvarado@madisonpublicilbrary.org.