Value of Employee Ownership
For nearly 20 years, GPI has proudly been 100% employee-owned, a cornerstone of our organizational ethos.
Within our company, every individual is not merely an employee but a valued stakeholder. This unique structure fosters a culture of shared responsibility, where each team member is empowered to contribute their best, knowing that their efforts directly impact the success of the company.
What is an ESOP?
An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a benefit that allows employees to be partial owners of the Company. It is an ERISA-governed qualified retirement plan which provides employees the benefits of ownership interest in a company.
Not all ESOPs are alike.
No surprise—we’re a little bit different. Some ESOPs see employee ownership as a financial benefit, but at GPI, we see it as an unparalleled way for everyone to have a positive impact on making our company the best place to work. We all have skin in the game, which can be a powerful motivator. It inspires intense collaboration, a vibrant work environment, and a big team of individuals who are all looking for ways to make the company better.
GPI is a proud member of The ESOP Association.
The ESOP Association’s mission is to educate about and advocate for employee ownership with an emphasis on ESOPs. They believe that employee ownership improves American competitiveness, increases productivity through greater employee participation, creates a broader distribution of wealth, and maximizes human potential by enhancing the self-worth, dignity, and well-being of employees.
