Marcella Riveros, originally from Colombia, moved to Canada in 2000 and built a successful corporate career after earning her MBA in Finance from the Rotman School of Business through the University of Toronto. However, after years of corporate stress, Marcella found herself facing severe burnout and depression by 2019. Her journey to recovery began with reiki, a practice that transformed her life, introducing her to energy healing and the creative world of art.
Inspired by her personal growth, Marcella pursued advanced training in reiki and fell in love with painting and sacred geometry. In September 2023, she converged her two passions by publishing her Mandala Colouring Journal, a book designed to help others alleviate stress and anxiety. By October 2023, she fully embraced her calling, leaving the corporate world to establish her business, My Reiki Connection.
My Reiki Connection offers reiki healing sessions, sacred geometry workshops, and an array of products—including her book—to promote self-healing and mindfulness. Through reiki, Marcella helps clients unblock their energy flow, facilitating relaxation and pain relief. Her work with sacred geometry connects people to high-frequency energies, helping them remember their spiritual essence and bring balance to their lives.
Marcella’s mission is simple but profound: “To help people heal and reconnect with their true selves.” In a society often focused on external validation, she advocates for finding joy and peace from within.
Marcella’s entrepreneurial journey started when she sought guidance to register her business. A quick online search led her to the Business Centre of Guelph-Wellington, where she received a free business advisory session. As her company evolved, she reconnected with her advisor, who introduced her to the Starter Company+ Program. This offering proved to be exactly what Marcella needed to bring her business vision to life.
The Starter Company+ Program helped Marcella integrate her various offerings—reiki sessions, artwork, her book, and sacred geometry workshops—into a cohesive brand. With guidance from her business advisor, she improved her marketing strategies and developed a seamless e-commerce website. Weekly sessions with fellow entrepreneurs expanded her perspective, provided valuable feedback, and strengthened her entrepreneurial network.
Marcella credits the Starter Company+ Program with helping her overcome significant challenges, particularly in marketing. She learned to dedicate time specifically to marketing activities and embraced the importance of networking. As someone without an entrepreneurial background or extensive connections in Canada, Marcella initially felt isolated. However, her participation in the program gave her the confidence and motivation to push forward and continuously improve her business.
Reflecting on her journey, Marcella’s key takeaway is the value of building connections and developing a strong business plan with clear marketing goals. Despite her MBA, Marcella initially approached My Reiki Connection as a passion project rather than a structured business venture. The program helped her shift her mindset and balance her passion with practical strategies for growth.
Marcella’s advice to new entrepreneurs? Follow your dreams and trust your heart. She believes that success comes not only from meticulous planning but also from staying true to your passions and embracing the unexpected twists in life.
So, if you’re ready to heal, relax, and reconnect with yourself, reach out to Marcella Riveros at My Reiki Connection. Discover the transformative power of reiki and sacred geometry, and take the first step toward a happier, more balanced life.
