Swan Solutions

05/20/2025

Introducing FIG Finance: The Future of School Nutrition Funding

You’ve mastered spreadsheets. Juggled disconnected systems. Memorized formulas. And made it all work. But it shouldn’t be this hard—and it doesn’t have to be anymore.

FIG Finance is here to change the game.

After decades in school nutrition, we’ve built the most user-friendly, data-driven financial tool on the market—by school nutrition professionals, for school nutrition professionals. It's time to stop managing chaos and start leading with clarity.

See how FIG Finance helps you:

Turn raw data into actionable insights

Automate invoice entry in seconds

Track funding sources with precision

Build audit-ready budgets and expense plans

Make confident, data-backed decisions with AI-powered support

In this 15-minute video, walk through the challenges we’ve all faced—and the powerful solution we’ve created to overcome them.

If you’re ready to fund innovative growth and finally bring it all together, this is the tool you’ve been waiting for.

Watch the full video now and see FIG Finance in action.
https://ow.ly/MxPk50VVZ4e

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05/06/2025

Introducing FIG Finance—built by K–12, for K–12.

The first school finance tool designed specifically for school nutrition professionals—built to simplify your operations, not replace your systems.

Scan and store invoices instantly
Monitor budgets, spending, and inventory in real time
Track vendor activity and contract compliance
Stay audit-ready with built-in digital compliance tools
Make smarter purchases with USDA regulation trained, AI-powered guidance

Join FIG Co-Founder and School Nutrition Software Architect Dusty Swan for the first-ever live demo of FIG Finance.

May 13 | 10:00 AM
Register now to become a FIG Finance Founding Member:
https://ow.ly/egKO50VNVTf

05/01/2025

Be Bolder. Be Better. Don’t Fear Change.

The tech revolution in school nutrition isn’t coming—it’s already here. The only question is: will you lead it, or chase it?

FIG K12 is powered by Swan Solutions—a woman-owned software development company built exclusively for K12 child nutrition.

We don’t do generic. We don’t do guesswork.
We build what you actually need—from professional development platforms to budgeting tools to fully custom solutions tailored to your district.

Woman-owned

Small business, big vision

Built by people who live and breathe K12 nutrition

If you're ready to stop surviving and start shaping the future, we’re ready to build it with you.

figk-12.com/contactus

04/03/2025

Meet Shannon—our Closer of the Year!

Since joining us in late 2022, Shannon has single-handedly added more than half of our entire customer base. His energy, determination, and skill in sealing deals have been instrumental to our growth and success. Shannon consistently plays to win, bringing unmatched enthusiasm and professionalism to every interaction. We're incredibly grateful for the invaluable impact he's made on our team and customers. Thank you, Shannon—you’re truly a game changer!

04/03/2025

Celebrating Samantha—our Replay Maestro!

Behind nearly every piece of content we deliver is Samantha's unmatched skill and creativity. She meticulously crafts each cut, transforming raw footage into engaging, high-quality professional development that empowers school nutrition pros to lead confidently. With precision and passion, Samantha ensures our vision always shines through, frame by frame. We couldn't tell our story without her incredible talent. Thanks for making us look so good, Samantha—you truly are a maestro!

04/03/2025

Celebrating Megan—our Utility MVP!

Nearly a year ago, Megan joined our team, quickly becoming indispensable by wearing many hats with grace and ease. Whether tackling administrative tasks, assisting customers with data entry and training schedules, generating creative marketing ideas, or providing frontline support, Megan does it all with enthusiasm and dedication. Her energy and positivity keep everything moving forward, ensuring no ball ever drops. We're so grateful to have her talent and heart on Team FIG. Thanks for always stepping up, Megan—we couldn't do this without you!

04/03/2025

Cheers to Derek—our Designated Hitter!

When a challenge arises, Derek steps in with quiet confidence and exceptional skill, always ready to support the team wherever he’s needed. Whether filming, tackling complex editing issues, or managing advanced production tasks, he’s our go-to for solving tough plays behind the scenes. Derek’s steady support makes all the difference, helping us deliver excellence every single day. Thanks for always having our back, Derek—we’re lucky to have you!

04/03/2025

Introducing Christopher—our Lead Off Legend!

In just a year and a half, Christopher has transformed our presence in the Northeast, expanding our reach across Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Michigan, and even out to Idaho! He consistently steps up to the plate with confidence, setting a powerful tone and driving our mission forward with passion and determination. We're incredibly proud of the growth he’s achieved and excited to see what he'll conquer next. Thanks for being such a valuable player on Team FIG, Christopher!

04/03/2025

Meet Amanda—our Clean Up Hitter!

When it comes to creating engaging, educational content and leading our social media campaigns, Amanda knocks every project out of the park. She carefully researches and selects quality resources, ensuring that every piece we deliver meets the high standards our customers deserve. Although Amanda wasn't able to join us at the FIG Family Reunion, her presence was deeply missed, and we made sure to celebrate her amazing contributions in spirit. Thanks for all you do, Amanda—you’re truly an MVP!

04/03/2025

Partner. Visionary. My rock.

At our recent FIG Family Reunion, we took time to celebrate and recognize our incredible team. But today, I want to especially recognize Dusty—the one who often stays behind the scenes, yet whose support makes everything we do possible. He’s not only my husband, he’s my partner in life, business, and our shared vision of creating a better world. From inspiring speeches to quiet acts of kindness, Dusty embodies the heart of our mission. I couldn’t do it without you, and I wouldn’t want to. Thank you for everything.

Love,
Becki

03/31/2025

A Special Thank You to Dusty Swan

At the FIG Family Reunion, Dusty Swan gave us a powerful look at what’s ahead for FIG—and how we’re continuing to evolve to meet the real needs of school nutrition programs.

In his session, Dusty introduced tools like FIG Agent and FIG Finance—designed to bring clarity, control, and confidence to the way programs are managed. These aren’t just features—they’re solutions built to help you make smart, informed decisions backed by quality data.

Dusty’s message was clear: the future of FIG isn’t just innovative—it’s practical, purposeful, and rooted in helping teams thrive.

Thank you, Dusty, for your leadership, your vision, and your relentless focus on creating tools that actually make a difference.

03/31/2025

A Special Thank You to Lora Gilbert & Reggie Ross

At the FIG Family Reunion, Lora Gilbert and Reggie Ross brought their combined experience and insight to a session that every school nutrition team needed to hear: Optimizing Your Kitchen for Success.

They reminded us that a well-run kitchen isn’t just about good food—it’s about having the right people in the right places, following the right procedures.

From streamlining workflow to maximizing talent, they showed us how intentional operations lead to better outcomes—for staff, for service, and most importantly, for students.

Thank you, Lora and Reggie, for giving us a practical, powerful roadmap to run smarter kitchens that support strong teams and great food.