The ESOP is transforming the firm’s mindset around collective accountability and what a shared vision of success looks like for all our stakeholders. Our people have taken this ownership mindset to heart, committing to a culture that puts “we before me” in everything we do.
Together We Thrive, as an ESOP Company
Charting the course to our resilient future.
Building on a People-First Legacy
With a changing industry and professional landscape, BDO sought a new business model to fuel continued quality, growth, investment and long-term sustainability for our resilient future. In 2023 we established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), boldly embracing transformational change and our purpose of helping people thrive every day.
We are proud to be the first large accounting and advisory organization to establish an ESOP — one of the largest in the nation. A qualified retirement plan established as a trust for the benefit of its participants, the ESOP provides participating BDO professionals a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. For our firm, the ESOP is an innovative strategy that embodies our people-first, purpose-driven culture and nurtures a resilient and enduring business for generations to come.
As an ESOP company, together we thrive. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities.
ESOP Fundamentals
Learn more about the benefits of being an ESOP company.
Today’s talented professionals have many options in choosing where to start and build their careers. BDO has long been distinguished by a culture which puts people first with a commitment to thriving together. The ESOP is unique and innovative in our profession and supports our goal to be an employer of choice.
Cathy Moy
Chief People Officer
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career. You’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality.
Media Coverage
Read more about this transformational moment in BDO’s history.
- The Wall Street Journal
- Forbes
Mammoth Accounting ESOP Thrusts Professional Services Firms To Center Stage - Bloomberg Tax
BDO Launches Stock Plan Giving 10,000 Workers Part Ownership - Inside Public Accounting
Breaking Tradition: BDO’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Newsroom
Looking for the latest news from BDO? Our Newsroom has the information you need, from firm initiatives to new offerings to the most recent facts and figures.
BDO Capital’s ESOP Advisory Services for Clients
Is an ESOP the right fit for your business? Our advisors can help you better understand how an ESOP works and if it is a strategy that aligns with your organization’s vision and goals.
Insights to Guide Your ESOP Journey
 | Thriving Together: The ESOP Advantage PodcastTune into the podcast to hear BDO leaders share their insights on the transformative impact of ESOPs. |
ESOP Webcast Series
Join BDO Capital Advisors' webcast to learn how an ESOP may benefit your business, your employees, and your succession planning goals.
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