Stichting Marlin Yard (SMY) is the founding organization and holds 60% of TKM shares (Class A). SMY ensures TKM stays aligned with its sustainability mission and maintains ANBI (tax-exempt foundation) status in the Netherlands.

SMY has veto power only on decisions that would compromise TKM’s mission, ANBI status, or environmental commitments. Otherwise, the board operates collaboratively, with major decisions requiring 75% approval.