
<p><b>ESOP Radio</b> is the official ESOP podcast—where real stories of growth, succession, and long-term wealth building are told.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by <b>Trevor Gilmore, CEO of Menke</b>, and <b>Ben Spadt, ESOP Investment Banking Consultant at Menke</b>, the show features conversations with business owners, executives, and advisors who have navigated employee ownership as a strategic path forward. Episodes explore why companies choose ESOPs, how those decisions shape culture and continuity, and what it takes to build durable, long-term ownership structures.</p><p><br></p><p>Alongside real-world stories, ESOP Radio examines the practical realities behind successful ESOPs, including fiduciary responsibilities, valuation, transaction structure, and regulatory considerations.</p><p>ESOP Radio is educational in nature and designed for listeners seeking a clear, grounded understanding of employee ownership and long-term succession planning.</p>