Member-Owned Corporation

/ˈmɛm.bər əʊnɜrd ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A corporation owned and governed by its members, who collectively control its policies and operations, often formed for mutual benefit rather than profit.
    The member-owned corporation reinvests earnings to enhance services for all its members.

Forms

  • member-owned corporation
  • member-owned corporations

Commentary

Member-owned corporations emphasize democratic control by members rather than traditional shareholder profit motives; drafting should clarify member rights and governance structures.

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