Family Source Consultants Announces CEO Staci Swiderski's Upcoming Book on Purpose-Driven Leadership
Staci Swiderski, Founder and CEO of Family Source Consultants, announces the upcoming release of her book, Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, offering insights on leadership, women's empowerment, and ethical entrepreneurship.
United States, February 24, 2025 -- Staci Swiderski Announces Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision
Staci Swiderski, Founder and CEO of Family Source Consultants, has announced the upcoming release of her book, Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, scheduled for publication in Spring 2025. The book provides a roadmap for entrepreneurs, particularly women, on how to build successful businesses while maintaining integrity, vision, and ethical leadership.
Swiderski's book shares insights into scaling a purpose-driven business and offers strategies for maintaining a mission-focused approach in today's competitive marketplace. Drawing from her experience as a business leader in the reproductive medicine industry, she highlights the importance of empathy, strategic innovation, and long-term impact.
'Success isn't just about building a business; it's about creating a lasting impact,' says Swiderski. 'I wanted to share the lessons I've learned in leadership, business growth, and ethical entrepreneurship to inspire others who are looking to build something meaningful.'
A Guide for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs
Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision serves as a resource for entrepreneurs and business leaders who want to align their professional goals with ethical and compassionate leadership. The book delves into key business principles, including:
Sustainable Growth Strategies: How to build and scale a business while maintaining its core mission.
Ethical Entrepreneurship: The importance of transparency, trust, and purpose-driven decision-making.
Leadership and Empowerment: Insights into fostering an inclusive and impact-driven workplace culture.
The book's structured approach makes it an essential read for business owners seeking to navigate challenges while staying true to their values.
Expanding Impact Beyond Business
In addition to her role as an entrepreneur and business strategist, Swiderski is also the host of the SHE DECIDES podcast, where she discusses leadership, entrepreneurship, and women's empowerment. Through her book and podcast, she continues to advocate for ethical leadership and purpose-driven business strategies.
With the upcoming release of Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, Swiderski aims to provide actionable insights and inspiration to entrepreneurs looking to make a meaningful impact in their industries.
About Staci Swiderski
Staci Swiderski is the Founder and CEO of Family Source Consultants, a leading surrogacy and egg donation agency dedicated to helping families grow through assisted reproductive technology. She is an advocate for women's empowerment, ethical entrepreneurship, and leadership development. Her upcoming book, Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, is set to release in Spring 2025.
Email: [email protected]
Website:
staciswiderski.com
LinkedIn:
Staci Swiderski
Instagram: @staciswiderski
Family Source Consultants
Website:
www.familysourceconsultants.com
LinkedIn:
Family Source Consultants
Instagram:
@yourfamilysource
Facebook: Family Source Consultants X/Twitter:
@family_source
YouTube:
Family Source Consultants
TikTok: Family Source
Contact Info:
Name: Staci Swiderski
Email: Send Email
Organization: Family Source Consultants
In the event of any inaccuracies, problems, or queries arising from the content shared in this press release, we encourage you to notify us immediately at [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our diligent team will be readily available to respond and take swift action within 8 hours to rectify any identified issues or assist with removal requests. Ensuring the provision of high-quality and precise information is paramount to us.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Hamilton Spectator
5 days ago
- Hamilton Spectator
Purpose Unlimited Announces Completion of Steadyhand Acquisition
TORONTO, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purpose Unlimited Inc. ('Purpose' or 'Purpose Unlimited'), a rapidly growing Canadian financial services firm, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Steadyhand Investment Management Ltd. and Steadyhand Investment Funds Inc. (collectively, 'Steadyhand'), an independent Vancouver-based wealth management firm with approximately $1.3 billion in assets serving Canadian investors. 'We're excited to begin this new chapter with Steadyhand,' said Som Seif, founder and CEO of Purpose Unlimited. 'Steadyhand has earned a remarkable reputation for putting investors first, with a disciplined, outcome-focused approach and exceptional client care. While Purpose brings a broader platform and an innovative mindset, we've long respected how Steadyhand serves its clients—and we're committed to preserving what makes it unique, while working together to enhance what's possible for Canadians as we grow together.' The acquisition results in Steadyhand becoming wholly owned by Purpose, bringing together the companies' resources, management teams, and product offerings and increasing Purpose's total assets to over $30 billion on its platform. Following the closing of the acquisition, all investment funds and portfolios previously managed by Steadyhand Investment Management Ltd. will now be managed by Purpose Investments Inc., Purpose's asset management business and a wholly owned subsidiary of Purpose. 'Our clients' success has always been our north star,' said Tom Bradley, Chair and co-founder of Steadyhand. 'Joining forces with Purpose allows us to deepen that commitment, while maintaining the independence and integrity that have defined Steadyhand since day one.' About Purpose Unlimited Purpose Unlimited is a bold collective reshaping the future of finance to empower Canadians—advisors, investors, and entrepreneurs alike—to live with confidence and pursue their dreams. Founded and led by entrepreneur Som Seif, Purpose is redefining the financial industry by putting people first and delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of finance. With cutting-edge technology and a diverse suite of products and services, Purpose gives Canadians the tools, insights, and confidence they need to go further—whether it's growing their wealth, building their business, or helping others invest. Purpose's businesses span asset and wealth management and small business financing, including Purpose Investments, Driven by Purpose, Advisor Solutions by Purpose, and Longevity. For more information, visit . About Steadyhand Steadyhand is a low-fee investment firm with a mission of providing Canadians with a better investing outcome and a simpler, more personalized experience. It offers clear-cut advice, customized plans, and most importantly, a steady hand, to help investors achieve their financial goals. Steadyhand has approximately $1.3 billion of assets under management with offices in Vancouver and Toronto. For further information, please contact: Jeff Gans Chief Client Officer Purpose Unlimited For media inquiries, contact: Keera Hart 905-580-1257
Entrepreneur
5 days ago
- Entrepreneur
Here's What Most Leaders Get Wrong About Employee Engagement
While you're throwing money at perks and bonuses, your best employees are leaving because they're starving for something no paycheck can buy: purpose. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Only 21% of employees worldwide are engaged at work. Let that sink in. In today's workforce, more than half of employees (62%) feel disconnected from their work, while 17% report being actively disengaged. This isn't a motivation problem — it's a meaning problem. And it signals a critical opportunity for leaders to rethink how we create environments where people can thrive. Here's what's striking: It's not just about pay. Or perks. Or even flexible hours. According to the latest State of the Global Workplace report, 50% of employees are watching for or actively seeking a new job, and meaningful work is consistently among the top factors driving these decisions. This is where most leaders get it wrong. In today's workforce, culture is no longer a bonus — it's a baseline. The modern employee is asking: Does this work matter? Do I matter? If the answer isn't clear, they're already halfway out the door. Related: The Key to Employee Engagement Is Purpose. Here's Why — and How to Foster It in Your Workplace. The leadership clarity gap The disconnect between what leaders think drives engagement and what actually does is staggering. Research reveals that while most executives believe their organizations provide clear purpose, only about a third of employees experience that purpose in their daily work. This perception gap explains why so many well-intentioned engagement initiatives fail. In my own leadership journey, I've found that clarity isn't just a nice-to-have — it's everything. Leadership isn't about charisma or command; it's about being deeply grounded in your own values and purpose. When that happens, people don't need to be pushed, they're naturally pulled toward something meaningful. The manager connection Here's what I see too often: managers who want to lead well but were never given the tools. According to Gallup, 70% of team engagement comes down to the manager, but most have never had real training. So instead of leading with purpose, they're left guessing. And when managers are unclear, so are their teams. That's not just a statistic; it's a signal that we've prioritized the wrong things. If we want people to stay, grow, and contribute at a high level, we need to start by equipping the people we expect to lead them. From transactional to transformational The shift from transactional to transformational leadership doesn't require a radical overhaul, it starts with small, consistent actions grounded in purpose. I've seen teams change dramatically simply because a leader started having honest conversations, listening more deeply or sharing the "why" behind the work. The data reflects this: Employees who have meaningful check-ins with their managers are nearly four times more likely to be engaged. Those who feel their opinions matter are far more likely to bring their full selves to the work. But at the core, it's not about stats — it's about connection. Transactional leadership keeps people compliant. Purpose-driven leadership makes them come alive. Related: Workers Are Disengaged. Here's How Employers Can Win Them Back. Beyond the quarterly cycle One of the most revealing insights from my work with leadership teams is that engagement isn't primarily driven by compensation or even work conditions. The real differentiator is leadership clarity, the extent to which employees understand how their work contributes to something larger than themselves. This explains why so many well-compensated professionals still feel disconnected from their work. It's not about the paycheck; it's about the purpose. And purpose isn't something you can manufacture with team-building exercises or mission statements on the wall. It emerges from authentic leadership that connects daily tasks to meaningful outcomes. The path forward So, what does this mean for you? If you're a leader still relying on perks, pizza parties and performance bonuses to drive engagement, it's time to rethink your approach. Ask yourself: Do your people know why their work matters? Do they feel seen and heard? Do you? Purpose isn't a perk. It's your leadership advantage, the one thing competitors can't replicate. And in a world where disengagement is the default, leaders who get this right will be the ones who win. As workplace research makes clear, the great workplace shift isn't about resignation or quiet quitting. It's about purpose seeking its proper place. Leaders who recognize and respond to this fundamental human need won't just retain their teams, they'll unleash their full potential. Related: 5 Ways Employee Engagement Makes Your Company More Competitive The ripple effect Here's what happens when you get this right: Engaged employees don't just stay longer, they become your strongest advocates. They refer top talent, go the extra mile without being asked and create the kind of culture that competitors can't poach or replicate. I've watched organizations transform not through expensive restructures or flashy initiatives, but through leaders who finally understood that their people weren't looking for more benefits. They were looking for more meaning. The companies thriving in today's market aren't the ones with the best perks packages. They're the ones where Monday morning feels different because people wake up knowing their work matters. Where managers have real conversations instead of checking boxes. Where purpose isn't a poster on the wall, but a living, breathing part of how decisions get made. Every day you delay this shift, you're not just losing talent. You're losing the battle for the future of work itself. The leaders who act now, who choose connection over control and purpose over process, won't just survive the engagement crisis — they'll use it as their competitive advantage while everyone else is still wondering why their people keep leaving.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Yahoo
Flow Beverage Corp. Closes Secured Convertible Loans and Announces TSX Conditional Approval and Shareholder Approval via Written Consent
TORONTO, June 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flow Beverage Corp. (TSX:FLOW; OTCQX:FLWBF) ("Flow" or the "Company") announced today having entered into its previously announced secured business purpose loan note with NFS Leasing Canada Ltd. ("NFS") of up to $4 million (the "NFS Term Loan") and having entered into a secured convertible loan with RI Flow LLC ("RI Flow") of up to $6 million (the "RI Flow Convertible Loan" and, together with the NFS Term Loan and the RI Flow Convertible Loan, the "Business Term Loans"). RI Flow and NFS are affiliates of Clifford L. Rucker and they collectively own, or have control or direction over, more than 10% of the voting rights attached to all of the Company's outstanding voting securities on a partially diluted basis. "On behalf of the Flow team, I would like to thank NFS and Cliff Rucker for their support in this funding round. Collectively, we are optimistic that this capital injection can help Flow reach its operational and financial goals over the long term," said Nicholas Reichenbach, Founder and CEO of Flow. All currency amounts stated this press release are denominated in Canadian dollars unless specified otherwise. Toronto Stock Exchange Conditional Approval and Shareholder Approval The Company also announced today that the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") has conditionally approved the Business Purpose Loans as well as the previously announced $2 million secured term loan advanced by NFS to Flow. Further to its press release dated May 26, 2025, the Company has now obtained the requisite approval from shareholders holding in the aggregate more than 50% of the total voting rights of the Company's issued and outstanding shares, excluding shares held by RI Flow, NFS and Clifford L. Rucker, which approval has been evidenced by written consent in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 604(d) of the TSX Company Manual. This written consent satisfies the Flow security holder approval requirement of the TSX in respect of the Business Purpose Loans as well as the previously announced $2 million secured term loan advanced by NFS to Flow. Each of the Business Purpose Loans and the previously announced $2 million secured term loan advanced by NFS to Flow remain subject to the final approval of the TSX. NFS Term Loan As previously disclosed, the NFS Term Loan will mature on a date that is three years from the date of issue (the "NFS Loan Maturity Date") and bear interest at a rate of 15% per annum ("NFS Loan Interest") accruing on the funded amount of up to $4 million (the "NFS Loan Amount") from the date the applicable portion of the NFS Term Loan is advanced and compounding annually. The NFS Loan Amount and the NFS Loan Interest will be payable in arrears beginning on the first calendar day of the first month after the date of issue with no payments required for the first three consecutive months, followed by thirty-three equal monthly payments. The NFS Loan Amount will be advanced in tranches, with each tranche subject to the satisfaction of certain lending conditions, including the Company's achievement of certain monthly net revenue milestones. The proceeds of the NFS Term Loan will be used solely for general corporate and working capital purposes. The NFS Term Loan is secured against all assets of the Company and its subsidiaries on the same basis as the security provided pursuant to the Term Loan and Security Agreement dated as of December 30, 2022 between the Company and NFS (the "NFS Loan Agreement") and ranks in right of payment of principal and interest pari passu with the other secured obligations pursuant to the NFS Loan Agreement and senior to all other obligations of the Company and its subsidiaries. As of the date hereof, approximately $3.1 million have been funded pursuant to the NFS Term Loan. RI Flow Convertible Loan As previously disclosed, the RI Flow Convertible Loan will be issued for an aggregate principal amount of up to $6 million (the "RI Flow Convertible Loan Amount") and mature eighteen months from the date of issuance (the "RI Flow Loan Maturity Date"). The RI Flow Convertible Loan will bear interest at a rate of 15% per annum ("RI Flow Loan Interest") from the date the applicable portion of the RI Flow Convertible Loan Amount is advanced, compounded annually on the basis of a 365-day year, and paid on the RI Loan Maturity Date ("RI Flow Loan Interest"). On the RI Flow Loan Maturity Date, the outstanding principal amount of the RI Flow Convertible Loan (together with all accrued and unpaid interest thereon) not elected for conversion into SV Share (as herein defined) shall become immediately due and payable by the Company in full in cash. The RI Flow Loan Amount will be advanced in tranches, subject to the satisfaction of certain lending conditions, including the Company's achievement of certain monthly net revenue milestones. Beginning one year following the issuance of the RI Flow Convertible Loan, RI Flow will have the right to convert all or any portion of the outstanding principal amount of the RI Flow Convertible Loan (and any accrued and unpaid interest thereon) into subordinate voting shares in the capital of the Company (each, a "SV Share") at a conversion price of $0.065 per SV Share (the "Conversion Price") on not less than ten business days' notice to the Company. Upon a change of control of the Company or a divestiture of the Company's packaging facility in Aurora, Ontario and related operations, RI Flow will have the right to either (a) convert all or any portion of the outstanding principal amount of the RI Flow Convertible Loan (and any accrued and unpaid interest thereon) into SV Shares at the Conversion Price or (b) provided the Company receives net proceeds at the closing of such change of control or divestiture transaction results of at least $12 million, accelerate payment of the whole or any part of the outstanding principal amount of the RI Flow Convertible Loan (and any accrued and unpaid interest thereon) in cash. The RI Flow Convertible Loan provides for customary anti-dilution provisions pursuant to which the Conversion Price will be subject to adjustment in certain customary events and will be non-transferable, other than to wholly-owned affiliates of RI Flow. The maximum number of SV Shares issuable on conversion of the RI Flow Convertible Loan is 114,115,385 SVS, which represents 127.19% of the total number of issued and outstanding SV Shares and multiple voting shares on a non-diluted basis. The Conversion Price of $0.065 represents an 8.9% premium to the SV Share market price of $0.0597 as at May 22, 2025. The RI Flow Convertible Loan is secured against all assets of the Company and its subsidiaries on the same basis as the security provided pursuant to the Term Loan and Security Agreement dated as of October 31, 2024 between, inter alios, the Company, and RI Flow (the "RI Flow Loan Agreement"), and will rank in right of payment of principal and interest subordinate only to the obligations secured pursuant to the NFS Loan Agreement, pari passu with the secured obligations pursuant to the RI Flow Loan Agreement and senior to all other obligations of the Company and its subsidiaries. Proceeds from the RI Flow Convertible Loan will be used for general working capital and corporate purposes. Minority Shareholders Protection As previously disclosed, the Business Purpose Loans constitute "related party transactions" under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101"). Flow is relying on the "financial hardship" exemptions from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 available respectively under Sections 5.5(g) and 5.7(e). The independent directors of Flow, having taken into account the liquidity, financial position and cash needs of the Company, the objectives of the Business Purposes Loans, the alternatives available to the Company, relevant benefits, risks and other factors, including the relative impacts on applicable stakeholders, and such matters they considered relevant or appropriate, have unanimously determined that the Company is in serious financial difficulty, that the Business Purposes Loans are designed to improve the Company's financial situation, that the terms of the Business Purposes Loans are reasonable in the circumstances, and that the Business Purposes Loans are the best interests of the Corporation. The Company did not file a material change report in respect of the Business Purpose Loans 21 days in advance of the entering into of the Business Purpose Loans as the terms of such Business Purpose Loans had not been confirmed at that time. About Flow Flow is one of the fastest-growing premium water companies in North America. Founded in 2014, Flow's mission since day one has been to reduce environmental impacts by providing sustainably sourced natural mineral spring water in the most sustainable product formats. Today, the brand is B-Corp Certified with a best-in-class score of 114.5, offering a diversified line of health and wellness-oriented beverage products: original mineral spring water, award-winning organic flavours and sparkling mineral spring water in sizes ranging from 300-ml to 1-litre. All products contain naturally occurring electrolytes and essential minerals and support Flow's overarching purpose to "bring wellness to the world through the positive power of water." Flow beverage products are available at retailers in Canada and the United States, and online at For more information on Flow, please visit Flow's investor relations site at: Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("Forward-Looking Statements"). The Forward-Looking Statements contained in this press release relate to future events or Flow's future plans, operations, strategy, performance or financial position and are based on Flow's current expectations, estimates, projections, beliefs and assumptions, including, among other things, in respect of the Company's ability to satisfy the conditions for drawing future advances under the NFS Term Loan and/or the RI Flow Convertible Loan, including achieving the monthly revenue milestones thereunder, the Company's ability to maintain compliance with covenants under the its loan agreements with NFS, RI Flow and its other lenders. In particular, there is no assurance that the principal amount that will be advanced under the Business Purpose Loans, that the Company will satisfy all or any of the conditions for drawing future advances under the Business Purpose Loans, including achieving the monthly revenue milestones thereunder, that the Company will maintain compliance with covenants under its loan agreements with NFS, RI Flow and its other lenders or that NFS or RI Flow will provide future waivers in respect of the Company's non-compliance with certain covenants under its loan agreements with NFS and/or RI Flow. Such Forward-Looking Statements have been made by Flow in light of the information available to it at the time the statements were made and reflect its experience and perception of historical trends. All statements and information other than historical fact may be forward-looking statements. Such Forward-Looking Statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as "may", "would", "should", "could", "expect", "intend", "estimate", "anticipate", "plan", "foresee", "believe", "continue", "expect", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "will", "potential", "proposed" and other similar words and expressions. Forward-Looking Statements are based on certain expectations and assumptions and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond Flow's control, that could cause actual events, results, performance and achievements to differ materially from those anticipated in these Forward-Looking Statements. Forward-Looking Statements are provided for the purpose of assisting the reader in understanding Flow and its business, operations, prospects, and risks at a point in time in the context of historical and possible future developments, and the reader is therefore cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Forward-Looking Statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these Forward-Looking Statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Unless otherwise noted or the context otherwise indicates, the Forward-Looking Statements contained herein are provided as of the date hereof, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any Forward-Looking Statements as a result of new information or future events, or for any other reason. The following press release should be read in conjunction with the management's discussion and analysis and unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements and notes thereto as at and for the three months ended January 31, 2025. Additional information about Flow is available on the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at including the Company's Annual Information Form for the year ended October 31, 2024 dated January 29, 2025. View source version on Contacts Trent MacDonald, Chief Financial Officer1-844-356-9426investors@ Investors:Marc Charbininvestors@ Media:Natasha Koifmannk@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
