About Principle 6
Leveraging the Power
of Cooperative Cooperation
The Principle 6 Cooperative is member-owned Cooperative of Cooperatives delivering cutting-edge tools and services that strengthen and expand cooperative enterprise globally. We welcome co-op federations, associations and cooperatives worldwide to join us as we bring Principle #6 – Cooperation Among Cooperatives – to life!
Why We Need The Principle 6 Cooperative
We All Face Similar
Challenges
Environmental Challenges
1.5°C
Bright Futures:
Economic Challenges
1% Owns 45%
Bright Futures:
Social Challenges
77¢ for every $1
Bright Futures:
Cooperatives enhance social equity through community investment, democratic governance, ethical practices, and member empowerment.
Working Together for Meaningful Change
The world needs more high-performing cooperatives. It is time to accelerate our impact. Instead of working in Silos, we will foster collaboration, and harness our collective strength.
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Join Principle 6 Today!
Explore our tools and resources. We’re currently in beta so you can now access the site for FREE and help us evolve the platform.
Get Connected with P6
Joining the Principle 6 community is easy. Just complete a short sign-up form and create your P6 profile. You'll be able to explore and connect with cooperators around the world to share best practices, learn and grow.
About Our Founders
The Principle 6 Team
Howard Brodsky
Co-Founder, CEO and Chairman of the Board
Howard Brodsky is recognized globally as one of the most influential leaders in the cooperative movement—a modern-day Rochdale Pioneer. A lifelong entrepreneur and passionate advocate for cooperative enterprise, Howard has built a legacy of empowering people through collective ownership and shared success.
He is the Co-Founder and Chairman of CCA Global Partners, one of the largest cooperatively owned companies in the world, which unites thousands of independent businesses into a powerful, member-owned network. His visionary leadership has transformed industries, championing a cooperative model that helps small businesses not only survive—but thrive.
Howard has been honored with numerous international awards, including induction into the Cooperative Hall of Fame, the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and the Global Award for Cooperative Innovation. His tireless advocacy has elevated the visibility and impact of cooperatives on the global stage, including presenting at the United Nations and advising international bodies on the role of cooperatives in sustainable development.
Through Principle 6, Howard brings his legacy full circle—helping cooperatives around the world harness the power of collective intelligence, digital tools, and AI to solve global challenges and amplify their impact. His belief that “it takes each of us to make a difference for all of us” is the foundation upon which Principle 6 is built.
Justin Hammons
Co-Founder, Chief Growth Officer and Chief Creative Architect
Justin Hammons is a seasoned strategist, creative leader, and entrepreneur who brings over 25 years of experience helping cooperatives and mission-driven organizations grow, differentiate, and thrive. As the founder of TMG Toronto, Justin has built a career at the intersection of creativity, communications, and commerce—working with startups, national brands, and global cooperatives to craft compelling narratives and execute strategies that drive measurable results.
A successful founder and business builder, Justin pairs visionary storytelling with real-world business discipline. He has led multi-stakeholder campaigns, launched new brands, scaled communications infrastructure for co-ops, and advised on market positioning, go-to-market strategies, and organizational growth. His approach is rooted in a deep understanding of cooperative values, paired with the startup mindset needed to turn big ideas into operational reality.
At Principle 6, Justin leads both the brand and growth strategy—ensuring the platform is not only visually compelling and mission-aligned, but also market-ready, scalable, and built to deliver lasting impact across the cooperative ecosystem.
Meredith Lobel
Co-Founder, Chief Product Officer
Meredith Lobel brings a unique blend of operational expertise, product innovation, and cooperative passion to her role at Principle 6. With a background in strategic planning, technology implementation, and grassroots cooperative development, Meredith ensures that the platform is both visionary and deeply practical for member co-ops.
She has spent her career building tools and frameworks that foster inclusive leadership and participatory governance. Meredith’s commitment to sustainable, community-driven growth shapes every feature of the Principle 6 platform—ensuring it supports co-ops of all sizes, from local startups to international federations.
Meredith’s leadership helps translate the cooperative principles into digital realities—creating tools that are powerful, scalable, and built for the people who own them.
Megan Michelakos
Co-Founder, Chief Engagement Architect
Megan Michelakos is a systems thinker, digital strategist, and entrepreneur who brings a rare combination of technical fluency and community insight to her work. As the co-founder of Trebletree, a digital agency focused on building mission-driven platforms and digital tools, Megan has helped values-based organizations harness technology to deepen engagement, expand reach, and scale impact.
Her strong technical background is paired with a deep understanding of how members interact with their organizations and with each other—both online and off. At Principle 6, Megan leads the development of the engagement architecture, designing intuitive user experiences and communication frameworks that make collaboration seamless and vibrant.
She is responsible for shaping how members interact with the platform and each other—transforming Principle 6 into more than just a tool, but a living ecosystem where cooperatives connect, share knowledge, and grow stronger through shared purpose.