The Sharing Group is a collective of companies working toward a sustainable transition in mobility and energy. From car sharing to energy redistribution, collaboration and collective thinking are at the heart of their business model. It’s no surprise, then, that they chose to extend that philosophy to how the company itself is structured.
Together with Share Council, The Sharing Group took a significant step forward: implementing shared ownership, with the long-term goal of transferring ownership to employees, customers, and partners. Not as a symbolic gesture, but as a strategic and cultural commitment.
From Vision to Ownership
The vision of The Sharing Group’s CEO is clear: eventually, those who help build the company (employees, customers, partners) should also have a stake in its success.
“If we’re building a sustainable future together, that should include a different perspective on ownership too.”
This belief led to their partnership with Share Council, who offered the legal and practical framework to make co-ownership possible. That includes a STAK structure (a Dutch legal foundation to hold shares) and the digital issuance of depository receipts. The result is a model that makes ownership accessible without placing a legal or administrative burden on employees.
Not a Standard Solution, but Tailored Partnership
Naturally, introducing shared ownership also raised questions internally.
“Many people see it as a great goal but also find it complex or feel uncertain about what it entails.”
That response is common and entirely understandable. That’s why it was essential for The Sharing Group to find a partner who didn’t offer a one-size-fits-all solution. They needed someone who understood nuance, complexity, and the importance of tailoring the setup to their specific structure.
“Share Council is collaborative and looks for solutions that truly fit our needs. Not just an out-of-the-box tool, but a co-designed journey.”
A Culture in Progress
For The Sharing Group, co-ownership isn’t a one-off initiative, it’s a long-term transition. It takes time, clarity, and genuine engagement. But the first reactions from the team are promising. Employees feel included, and a shared sense of responsibility is already taking root.
The Share Council platform also helps make this process easier: it simplifies ownership administration and provides clear, centralized insight into who participates and how.
Shaping Ownership Together
The Sharing Group demonstrates that shared ownership is more than a legal construct, it's a new way of thinking about leadership, equity, and long-term resilience. And it begins by choosing to build, not alone, but together.
At Share Council, we believe this should become the new standard. That’s why we support organizations in taking this step with clear structures, simple communication, and long-term support that grows with your business.
Are you considering a fairer, more transparent ownership model for your organization? Book a free introductory call and discover how we can help you make shared ownership real.
