Business View Magazine May 2023

181 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 10, ISSUE 5 and loyalty. Many employees value the idea that as an owner, their voices are heard. Says Hoover, “Because our employee- owners feel empowered they are more inclined to speak up about decisions or with their own ideas. We encourage that.” Meeting 2023 goals will help Rayser provide employees with added wealth There’s little doubt that the transparent sharing of financials in 2023 has been more enjoyable for Rayser because of the positive trend, says Jensen. Without the need to put out as many “fires” this year, the leadership team will have more time to research and consider future acquisitions and potential new investments they feel will support higher margins. “We’re no longer in a holding pattern which is not where you want to be as a holding company,” Jensen says. But rather than look for completely new markets to invest in, Rayser may search for verticals that are tightly related to the industries where it currently operates. By finding the right fit that is similar to one of its four brands, a transition or acquisition might require less money RAYSER HOLDINGS