Idea Factory

Building co-op or employee-owned businesses in under-invested communities for under-invested communities.

Co-ops are the future

The Idea Factory team conducts thorough observation, assessment, and research on challenges facing under-invested communities. We partner with entrepreneurs or assemble teams from these communities to address their needs. We help recruit and develop the core team, guiding the company toward maturity and sustainable growth.

Our growing Co-op Portfolio

Kitropiki is a Kisumu, Kenya based online retailer offering big brands and independent brands.

Join a Co-op

Work for one of our co-op or employee-owned companies and help build something you own and love.