John Henry Foster – 100% Employee-Owned ESOP Company

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We Are Proudly 100% Employee-Owned

At John Henry Foster Company of St. Louis, ownership isn’t just a structure — it’s a mindset.

What It Means to Be an ESOP Company

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, every individual at JHF has a direct stake in our success. Our people don’t just work here — they own the outcome. This drives higher engagement, better service, and long-term commitment to our customers.

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Our Value to Customers

✔ Accountability at Every Level

Employee-owners take pride in doing things right — the first time. Every project reflects our personal investment in your success.

✔ Long-Term Partnerships

Ownership builds stability. Our customers benefit from low turnover, deep expertise, and trusted relationships.

✔ Continuous Improvement

We innovate because we care. From automation to pneumatics, fabrication to service — we constantly improve to deliver more value.

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How Employee Ownership Strengthens Our Culture

Employee ownership creates a culture where people feel valued, empowered, and motivated. Every owner contributes to a workplace built on collaboration, integrity, and pride in craftsmanship.

✔ Empowered Employees

Ownership gives every team member a voice — and a reason to go above and beyond.

✔ Shared Success

When the company wins, we all win. Success is distributed to every employee-owner.

✔ A Legacy Built on People

Our ESOP ensures JHF stays locally owned, culturally strong, and built for future generations.

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© John Henry Foster Company of St. Louis — Proudly 100% Employee-Owned

 JHF Employee-Owner Spotlight

Employee-owner spotlights celebrate the people who bring ownership to life, highlighting how individual contributions drive collective success. They also strengthen company pride and connection by showing the real faces behind the ESOP culture.

Todd Meier - Product Specialist - Aluminum & Conveyor Systems

Beginning his career with JHF part-time while attending college and transitioning to a full-time role in 2007, Todd has advanced through key positions in Hydraulic Power Units, Inside Sales, and the Extruded Aluminum shop. Over the years, he has built a reputation for delivering reliable, customized solutions that enhance customer productivity through his deep technical expertise and collaborative approach.

As part of his role, Todd specializes in Bosch Rexroth extruded aluminum systems, which offer a modular, high-precision framing platform that’s easy to assemble, modify, and reuse—all without welding or machining. These systems combine strength, corrosion resistance, and a clean anodized finish for durable, professional-grade structures. Supported by an extensive range of compatible accessories, Bosch Rexroth aluminum is ideal for building machine frames, workstations, and enclosures efficiently and cost-effectively (www.jhf.com/engineered-solutions/aluminum-structural-framing).

Todd holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Illinois University.