Governance

In the Ourown Ecosystem, governance is not a top-down enforcement-it is a participatory framework based on trust, contribution, accountability, and documented pathways for evolution. We believe ethical enterprise demands not just compliance but co-ownership. Every unit, Troup, PB, or AOB grows through defined principles, guided mentorship, and ecosystem-level checks that ensure fairness, inclusivity, and performance alignment. Governance here is meant to preserve purpose, scale impact, and empower every contributor to rise through the system while protecting the larger mission.

Ethics & Philosophy

We’re not just building businesses-we’re co-creating value systems. Every member, whether intern or investor, agrees to uphold our ecosystem’s core philosophy:

Transparent contribution and role clarity
Inclusive growth and opportunity access
Respect for work, time, and collective vision
No exploitation, no hidden hierarchies
Clear separation of personal beliefs and organizational responsibility

Our ethical charter is documented and reviewed regularly to remain contemporary, fair, and transformative.

EDP (Entrepreneurial Development Program)

The EDP is our formalized growth ladder. Every contributor starts from an L0 (foundation) and grows through L9–L1 levels based on performance, documentation, and contribution.

CXOs and Directors evolve from Troup and PB roles
Mentors and reviewers are part of the O-level advisory
Progression is not time-bound but merit-evaluated
Every role has clear expectations, peer validation, and an exit protocol

EDP makes leadership accountable and growth equitable.

Policies & Frameworks

Every service, onboarding, collaboration, or investment flows through policies that are:

Openly documented
Designed to prevent misuse
Layered with auto-escalation triggers
Customizable for body types (PBs, AOBs, etc.)

Key policy domains include:

Role-based Equity Allotment
Referral & Partnership Credits
IP Sharing and Joint Innovation
Founder Rights, Exit Clauses, Dispute Guidelines

Acknowledgment of Contributors

We maintain a live, open-access “Wall of Contributors” where:

Founders, interns, and mentors are recognized
Contributors receive digital badges and system roles
Each contribution-small or large-is tracked against deliverables
Transparent credits and letters are generated by the system

We believe no one should be forgotten. Work must leave a trace-of impact and appreciation.

Dispute Resolution Process

Conflicts may arise-between members, teams, or partner institutions. We follow a layered resolution structure:

Troup-Level Internal Escalation
PB/Admin Mediation
Ecosystem Review Committee (ERC) Arbitration
Legal Advisory (if breach of contract or funds involved)

All escalations are recorded. Most are resolved through guided dialogue and third-party review within the system.

Internal Governance & Progression Rules

From deciding who can form a body to how someone becomes a director or platform owner-our governance map defines the ecosystem’s integrity.

Role Progression is based on documented proof-of-work
Every AOB/PB must file monthly or quarterly review forms
Director appointments are provisional until review cycles
Mentor validation and system audits ensure neutrality

This clarity empowers grassroots leaders and protects the ecosystem from ambiguity or misuse.

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Governance

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EDP (Entrepreneurial Development Program)

Policies & Frameworks

Acknowledgment of Contributors

Dispute Resolution Process

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