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Henderson Director Pens Op-ed on Employee Ownership

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July 17, 2026

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The Kansas City Star recently published an op-ed by Jen Jewers Bowlindistribution and cold storage practice director at Henderson Engineers, highlighting the benefits of employee ownership. 

In the article, Jen shares Henderson’s journey to becoming a 100% employee-owned company in 2021 and discusses the strong tradition of employee-owned businesses in the Kansas City region. She also explores the advantages of this ownership model, including stronger employee engagement and retention, greater financial security, and a more invested workforce. 

Read Jen’s full article here.