Purpose holds a unique meaning for each individual, and discovering it requires time for self-reflection and evaluating the alignment of your life.

In this episode, Christine Webb and Casey Grisez share how they found purpose in unexpected places, leading them to Empowered Ventures.

Host Chris Fredericks, CEO of Empowered Ventures, sits down with Christine and Casey to explore their unique paths to Empowered Ventures and the purpose-driven work they bring to the company.

Together, they discuss what it means to find meaning in your career, the challenges of balancing personal purpose with professional growth, and how Empowered Ventures aligns with their shared values. Tune in for an inspiring episode that celebrates the impact of employee ownership and the diverse perspectives that drive Empowered Ventures forward.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Finding Purpose in Career Shifts: Christine and Casey discuss how their varied career paths—from social work and community activism to finance and family—have shaped their dedication to meaningful work and aligned with the mission of Empowered Ventures.
2. Employee Ownership as a Force for Good: Casey shares his experience in business valuation and how employee ownership models, like the one at Empowered Ventures, create opportunities for employees to share in the company’s success.
3. Creating Impact through Strategic Problem-Solving: Christine highlights her knack for navigating complex systems, sharing how her problem-solving skills drive her work in supporting Empowered Ventures’ mission and helping employee owners thrive.
4. The Power of Reflection and Career Reassessment: Christine and Casey emphasize the importance of taking time to reflect on what matters most in life, allowing them to pursue work that aligns with their personal values and family goals.

Jump into the conversation:
(00:00 ) Introduction to Christine Webb and Casey Grisez
(00:43 ) Christine’s early aspirations and career shift from social work to community impact
(02:06 ) Casey’s journey from finance to employee ownership and his career influences
(04:34 ) Christine discusses the emotional challenges and rewards of social work
(06:15 ) Casey reflects on family, taking a career pause, and his perspective on meaningful work
(09:02 ) Discovering the impact of employee ownership and what drew them to Empowered Ventures
(12:18 ) Christine’s problem-solving approach and passion for system-level change
(14:46 ) Casey on combining storytelling with finance to drive purpose-driven work
(18:03 ) Advice from Christine and Casey for finding purpose and balance in your career