Benning Construction Company is a 100% employee-owned company in the construction industry headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Since 1953, Benning has completed thousands of projects throughout the Southeast as a general contractor, providing solutions at all phases of development, from concept through completion.   In 2007, Benning Construction Company became employee-owned when it established its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Seven decades of Benning family leadership, coupled with their employee-ownership structure, ensures everyone has a stake in the company’s processes as well as its success. As owners, employees at Benning Construction are uniquely positioned to provide exceptional service to their customers.  The ownership culture at Benning fosters a collaborative and team environment where employee owners do what’s right for their teammates, their clients and their communities. Together, Benning employee owners strive to build one another up to achieve and exceed their client’s expectations.   

DeBlois Electric is a 100% employee-owned electric company headquartered in Lewiston, Maine. Since their founding in 1967, by Willie and Gaetane DeBlois, the company has provided electrical contracting services. With over 55 years of experience, DeBlois offers residential, commercial and industrial experience throughout Maine. Their experience includes projects for hospitals, medical offices, commercial venues, retail/box stores, manufacturing, education, and residential/multi-unit residential.   In 2020, DeBlois Electric became employee-owned when they established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The company boasts a team of 70 highly skilled professionals. DeBlois Electric credits its stellar reputation and the successful execution of diverse projects to the exceptional efforts of its dedicated employee owners. When employees help make their clients successful, the company grows. As owners, employees share in the growth and success they directly contribute to.

Howell Laboratories is a 100% employee-owned designer and manufacturer of fluid processing equipment headquartered in Bridgton, Maine. The company was founded in 1964 when they started making equipment for the US Navy and US Coast Guard.  Howell Laboratories became employee-owned in 1995 when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The company strongly believes that employee ownership increases the potential of their employees by enhancing the self-worth, dignity, and well-being of their team.

Johnny's Selected Seeds is a 100% employee-owned seed company headquartered in Winslow, Maine. Founded in 1973 as a small mail-order business, Johnny’s has grown into a trusted provider of vegetable, fruit, herb, and flower seeds, along with tools and supplies for gardeners and farmers across the United States and worldwide. Committed to sustainable agriculture, Johnny’s offers a diverse selection of organic and non-GMO seeds. The company also conducts extensive research and breeding programs to develop new seed varieties tailored to the needs of small-scale growers. In 2011, Johnny’s Selected Seeds became 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), ensuring long-term stability and reinforcing a culture of innovation, quality, and commitment to its customers and the agricultural community. Today, Johnny's Selected Seeds remains a family-owned and operated business that is dedicated to providing high-quality seeds and supplies to farmers and gardeners who are committed to sustainable agriculture practices.

Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) is an employee-owned company headquartered in Gardiner, Maine. Founded in 1966 by husband and wife team, Ted and Judy Purington, provides drilling, blasting and related specialty services in the New England, Mid-Atlantic, & Southeast areas. Today, the company operates ten locations that covers areas from Maine to Alabama.    In 2004, Maine Drilling & Blasting became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ownership culture at MD&B is grounded in honesty, respect, fairness, and responsibility. Together, employee owners work to contribute to the shared success of the company. As owners, employees benefit from the company’s successes. Employees are empowered to consistently utilize all resources to collectively create innovative solutions for their customers.

PAF is a 100% employee-owned transportation services provider headquartered in Scarborough, Maine. Since its founding in 1950, PAF has grown from a one-man operation servicing the Portland Jetport to a premier regional carrier with over 100 employees and five terminals across Maine and New Hampshire.   PAF offers volume LTL and short-haul truckload services within New England, next-day business delivery to Maine, New Hampshire, and Eastern Massachusetts, residential and in-state skid delivery, and dedicated delivery solutions. Through decades of industry shifts, the company has remained committed to safe, reliable, and customer-focused service.   In 2011, PAF became 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), ensuring long-term stability and reinforcing a culture of dedication, accountability, and shared success.