Stewards Inc. Appoints John Bode to Board as Audit Committee Chair

Stewards Inc. (OTC: SWRD) announced the appointment of John Bode to its board of directors, where he will serve as chair of the audit committee, effective immediately. Bode brings more than two decades of senior financial leadership and public-company governance experience, currently serving as executive vice president, chief financial officer, and chief transformation officer of Postmedia Network Canada Corp., and having held prior leadership roles at Tribune Publishing and ReaderLink Distribution Services. Stewards said Bode’s expertise in financial oversight, internal controls, and audit discipline will strengthen governance as the company advances its growth strategy and prepares for a planned Nasdaq uplisting.

The appointment signals Stewards' commitment to robust corporate governance and financial discipline as it executes its strategic initiatives. Bode's background in leading financial functions at publicly traded media companies provides relevant experience for Stewards, a diversified private credit, real asset and digital finance platform that provides scalable financing and structured credit solutions to small and mid-sized businesses across the United States. His role as audit committee chair will be particularly important as the company builds its portfolio of income-producing real estate and digital treasury assets that enhance balance sheet stability.

This board appointment comes at a critical juncture for Stewards as it positions itself for potential uplisting to Nasdaq, a move that typically requires enhanced governance standards and financial reporting rigor. The audit committee chair plays a vital role in overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance matters, making Bode's appointment strategically significant for investor confidence and regulatory compliance. His experience with public company requirements and financial transformation initiatives aligns with Stewards' focus on advancing responsible growth through disciplined underwriting, technology-driven analytics, and transparent governance.

The company's newsroom at https://nnw.fm/SWRD provides ongoing updates about corporate developments, while the full press release detailing this appointment is available at https://nnw.fm/EZkyk. Bode's appointment reflects Stewards' recognition that strong financial leadership and audit oversight are essential components of sustainable growth, particularly for companies operating in the financial services sector where risk management and regulatory compliance are paramount. His background suggests he will bring valuable perspective to Stewards' governance framework as the company navigates its expansion plans and potential market transition.