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	The ESOP Association ("TEA") is the trade association for companies sponsoring ESOPs and for professional providers of ESOP services. In addition to providing information on ESOP technical and communications issues, TEA offers local networking for members through its Chapter program. As a 501(c)(6) organization, TEA handles government relations and functions as ESOP advocate to members of Congress. Check this website for fact and commentary on new legislative issues.
	National Center for Employee Ownership is a member based organization that fosters interest in all forms of equity ownership, including ESOPs and all types of nonqualified stock plans. Check this website for information on equity ownership as well as recent research in the field.
	The Beyster Institute is dedicated to advancing the use of entrepreneurship and employee ownership nationally and internationally. Check this web site for information on all forms of equity ownership, as well as information on efforts to encourage equity ownership globally.
	BenefitsLink is an Internet source of free information and tools for sponsors of employee benefits plans, providers, and participants. This is an excellent, up-to-date source for information on all types of employee benefit plans.
	The Ohio Employee Ownership Center, based at Kent State University, is a non-profit, university-based program established in 1987 to provide outreach, information, and preliminary technical assistance to Ohio employees and business owners interested in exploring employee ownership.