We are thrilled to share that Obran Cooperative has received investment from Acumen America! At Obran Cooperative, we are deeply committed to transforming economic and social equity through worker-ownership. This model empowers workers, providing significant voice in business operations, and translating to more equitable outcomes. Worker-ownership is a critical tool in the struggle for equity. It’s a continuation of a long tradition of striving for justice and self-determination, much like the efforts of my ancestors who fought for freedom and equality. With Acumen America’s investment, we are poised to expand our impact. Currently, we serve workers nationwide, and with this support, we aim to extend the benefits of worker-ownership to more communities. As we pause on Juneteenth, we invite you to join us in reflection. Let’s continue to question and improve the systems we create to honor the legacy of those who fought before us. Thank you, Acumen America, for joining us on this journey to create a more inclusive and equitable economy. In Solidarity. #WorkerOwnership #CooperativeEconomy #EconomicEquity #AcumenAmerica #Obran #ImpactInvesting #Juneteenth #Solidarity
We’re very excited to announce our investment in Obran Cooperative. Obran is a worker-owned cooperative growing profitable, useful, and impactful businesses that serve its members, customers, and communities. The Obran team knows that the traditional methods of addressing income and wealth inequality—minimum wage, unions, progressive taxation, guaranteed income, and more—aren’t enough to bridge America’s inequality and wealth gap. Obran gives workers increased control and influence over business operations, leading to better social, financial, and long-term economic outcomes. How are they doing it? By building a business, platform, and community focused on worker-ownership—a proven path to economic stability and upward mobility for historically marginalized communities. At Acumen America we pride ourselves on impact. Obran makes life- and community-changing impact by giving workers more power and agency to break down America’s wealth gap and inequities. The company currently serves 500 workers across the country and will use new investment to expand further. Read more about Obran here: https://www.obran.coop/
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Congratulations!!!! 🎊 So well deserved Joseph!
Congrats! Glad to hear this news.
Let's go team!! Congratulation to you, Adam and the rest of the Obran team!
Congrats Joseph!
Congratulations!
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3moCongratulations, Joseph Cureton 🎉 I love this on multiple levels!! Excited to see what lies ahead for Obran.