Yeo & Yeo is pleased to announce that Eric Sowatsky, CPA, CGMA, NSSA, PFS, has been elected to the Stevens Center for Family Business (SCFB) Executive Council as a sponsor firm representative. This appointment recognizes his experience as a business advisor and underscores his commitment to advancing the success of family-owned companies.
 
The Stevens Center for Family Business, part of Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Business & Management, supports family enterprises across the Great Lakes Bay Region by offering education, peer groups, networking, and access to national and local experts. Yeo & Yeo was proud to be among the founding supporters of the Stevens Center for Family Business, joining other Saginaw-area businesses in creating a lasting resource for family-owned companies.
 
“Family businesses are at the heart of our communities, and I have always been inspired by the passion and dedication it takes to keep them thriving across generations,” said Sowatsky. “I look forward to contributing my accounting and wealth management perspectives to the Stevens Center for Family Business Executive Council, and supporting the members as they grow, protect, and transition their businesses.”
 
At Yeo & Yeo, Sowatsky focuses on strategic tax planning for businesses and individuals. Over the past two decades, he has developed specialized expertise in the agribusiness industry, frequently speaking on the WSGW Radio Farm Show and actively participating in several statewide agribusiness associations. In addition to his accounting expertise, Sowatsky is a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), a designation that combines CPA experience with comprehensive financial planning. He is passionate about helping family business owners develop succession plans that support smooth transitions to the next generation.
 
Sowatsky’s experience in advising family-owned companies gives him a valuable perspective to bring to the Stevens Center for Family Business. His ability to help business owners balance tax strategies, financial planning, and succession goals positions him to contribute meaningfully to the Council’s mission of helping family businesses thrive.