Employee Ownership
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Ownership Behind Every Outcome
At Lord & Company, employee ownership adds another level of accountability to the complex systems we engineer and the projects we deliver. Our employee-owners are committed to disciplined execution, reliable performance, and supporting the critical operations our customers depend on.
2011
100%
Independent
2021
Owned by the People Behind the Work
What Is an ESOP?
An Employee Stock Ownership Plan, or ESOP, gives eligible employees an ownership interest in the company they help build. As part of E.W.P. Group, Lord & Company shares an employee-owned structure with specialized teams across process equipment, instrumentation and controls, automation, and integration – bringing complementary capabilities together within one organization.
Accountability at Every Stage
How Ownership Strengthens Delivery
Complex automation projects require more than technical capability. They require coordination, continuity, and a team prepared to see the work through. Our employee-owned structure helps sustain that focus from initial concept through commissioning and ongoing support.
- Ownership Mentality:
An owner’s mindset reinforces initiative, accountability, and follow-through. Customers work with professionals invested in sound solutions, proactive problem-solving, and strong execution.
- Strategic Perspective:
We look beyond short-term wins to consider performance, reliability, and lasting value. This perspective supports thoughtful recommendations that account for today’s needs and future demands.
- Continuous Improvement:
Ownership encourages us to refine processes, deepen expertise, and solve challenges more effectively. Customers benefit from a team focused on greater efficiency and higher-quality outcomes.
- Collaborative Expertise:
Employee ownership promotes collaboration across teams and disciplines. Customers benefit from broader expertise and a coordinated team focused on achieving the best possible result.
Building a Career Alongside the Business
The Route to Employee Ownership
Lord & Company employees move through distinct stages of participation as their careers progress. Over time, the ESOP creates a more meaningful connection between continued service, individual contributions, and a shared interest in the company’s future.
The roadmap below shows how that journey develops from new hire to vested employee-owner and, eventually, retiree.
When You Win, We Win
Partner with employee-owners who remain invested in your project, your system performance, and the results your operation depends on. Start a conversation.
