ECP Consulting, Inc.

04/22/2026

Financing conditions for ESOP transactions have improved, with more lenders actively participating and capital more accessible than in recent years 💰

For business owners considering a leveraged ESOP, today’s environment may support smoother deal ex*****on and greater flexibility in structuring 🤝

See our 2026 Q1 update newsletter – link in comments

04/15/2026

Recent shifts in the regulatory environment are creating more clarity for business owners considering an ESOP 📊

With less emphasis on enforcement priorities, transactions may face fewer delays and more consistent oversight.

If regulatory uncertainty has held you back in the past, 2026 may be a great time to revisit the conversation 🔍

See our 2026 Q1 update newsletter – link in comments

04/07/2026

Our group had a great first full day at The National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) Annual Conference—excited for the rest of the week!

Can you guess who lost our NCAA bracket contest… and what the loser had to do? 😅

04/05/2026

This Easter, we’re grateful for the hope, peace, and renewal this season represents.
Wishing you a blessed day with family and friends. 🌿✝️

04/02/2026

Congratulations to the entire team at Project Heating & Cooling Co. on becoming 100% employee-owned!
A wonderful company with a strong legacy—excited to see what the future holds as an ESOP. 👏

03/30/2026

We had the privilege of partnering with EMP Technical Group on their ESOP transition, and their team’s efficiency, leadership, and dedication made the process truly collaborative.

A special thank-you to Dave Mattingly, President of EMP Technical Group, for sharing his experience and for trusting ECP to guide such an important milestone.

👉 See the full testimonial at the link in the comments.

03/17/2026

Thank you to Southwest Indiana SBDC for putting together this ESOP webinar. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of it alongside Lieberman Technologies and Jasper Engines & Transmissions!

🎥 Watch the recording here and the link is also in the comment section: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HeDAA3tHMY

The recording is now available for our recent webinar covering Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs).

If you're thinking about your small business exit strategy and want to hear from ESOP experts and business owners who’ve been through the process, take a listen!

Visit https://isbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/17337 to view.

Thanks again to our partners - ECP Consulting, Inc., Lieberman Technologies, and Jasper Engines & Transmissions. This class is provided at no cost thanks to the support of Fifth Third Bank.

03/09/2026

S-Corporation ESOP’s pay no federal or state taxes (including flow through taxes). C-Corporation ESOP’s have extra tax incentives to eliminate or significantly reduce taxes. Instead, that money is re-invested into your Company.

See full article in comments below.

More questions? Contact us. [email protected]

ECPesop.com

02/23/2026

We wanted a space in downtown Evansville, Indiana that felt modern, affordable, and easy to use for private events — without the stress or the high price tag.

Perfect for birthday parties 🎉 graduation parties 🎓 baby & wedding showers 👶🎀 holiday gatherings 🎄 retirement parties 🏆 corporate meetings & lunch-and-learns 🏢 and more!

Rentals start at just $300 for 5 hours and include tables, chairs, and several additional amenities to make hosting simple and seamless.

Our building features two stories, with the upper level offering a garage-style patio space perfect for photos, socializing, or opening up the space on beautiful days.

Rental Highlights:
Modern, newly renovated event space • No catering restrictions • Two-story layout with garage-style patio • Flexible table and chair setup • Free parking • Private entrance • Convenient downtown location • Affordable pricing • Easy online booking

All rental info is available at ecpesop.com/rent
—or reach out to [email protected] with questions or date requests!

02/12/2026

We’re grateful for the opportunity to work alongside the incredible team at Imperial Construction. Their leadership and commitment to their people made this ESOP transition a true partnership from start to finish.

A special thank-you to Jeff Jones, Founder & CEO of Imperial Construction, for his thoughtful words and the trust he placed in our team.

👉 See the full testimonial at the link in the comments.

02/02/2026

Turnover is expensive. ESOPs dramatically reduce it.
Employees who own part of the company are significantly less likely to leave — and the data proves it. Link in comments.📉💼

Contact us today to learn more: [email protected] ✉️