DrupalCon Vienna 2017: Co-operative Drupal: Growth & Sustainability through Worker Ownership

This talk explores the advantages of operating a Drupal agency as a worker co-operative, emphasizing the recent rise of employee-owned companies within the Drupal ecosystem. The speaker shares insights from five years of experience running a co-operative agency that has grown to twelve members, discussing common challenges such as growth, workload management, and decision-making. The session highlights how transparency, open communication, and democratic governance have fostered a positive company culture and increased job satisfaction among employees. Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of the co-operative model, its alignment with the principles of the Drupal community, and practical strategies for establishing a worker co-operative.