Independent. Employee-owned. Future-focused.
A company shaped by its people
Across every era of Teague’s history, one thing has stayed constant: the people here shape the direction of the company. That principle has carried Teague through a century of change—and continues to define how we move forward.
Our foundation
Always independent. 100% employee-owned.
Teague has always answered to ideas, not investors. Independence is the backbone of how we operate, shaping our perspective and the way we approach our work. As a 100% employee-owned company, that foundation stays anchored in the people and practices that have defined Teague from the beginning.
That independence also guides what we take on. It keeps us focused on work that reflects our purpose and expertise, and it gives us the freedom to tackle complex, consequential challenges where design can make a real impact. That focus protects the integrity of the work and the partners who depend on it.
How we work
The difference ownership makes.
When the people doing the work also share responsibility for the company’s future, the work feels more personal and the decisions carry more weight. It creates a culture where people lean in, take ownership of outcomes, and stay committed to doing things the right way. You see that difference in three key behaviors:
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Trusted partnerships.
Collaboration built on shared investment, open communication, and the depth needed to understand the challenge beyond the brief.
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Decisions made close to work.
Choices guided by the people who understand the challenge firsthand, not by outside pressure or hierarchy.
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Accountability at every level.
A commitment to quality and follow-through because everyone is responsible for where the work leads.
For our team
What it means to be an owner.
At Teague, ownership isn’t something you buy into, it’s something you earn by being part of the team. Everyone receives shares over time, automatically, as a reflection of their contribution to the company.
Ownership connects day-to-day work to long-term impact. It means having a voice and sharing pride in what we create together. That shared commitment is evident in the work and in the impact it has on the people and industries we design with and for.
