Why Some of the Most Beloved CPG Brands Are Quietly Becoming Employee-Owned Employee ownership, through models like ESOPs, is quietly reshaping the future of some of the most trusted names in the industry. Employee ownership, through models like ESOPs, is quietly reshaping the future of some of the most trusted names in the industry. This keeps momentum steady, avoiding the turbulence that often comes with abrupt ownership changes. For CPG companies, where consistency is almost a form of currency, that’s an advantage that’s hard to overlook. Sustainability Gets a Boost From the Inside OutOne of the interesting side effects of employee ownership in CPG companies is how often it leads to more thoughtful sustainability practices.