I started Shield and Compass, LLC to make experienced, professional accounting services available to businesses of all sizes and to fit any budget.
Whether you're just getting started, or have been in business for years, I can help you with things like:
Putting systems in place to help you scale
Setting up efficient policies and procedures
Teaching you how to read your financial statements
Shield = protection
Ensuring you have the right entity structure, proper insurance, and know when and what filings and reports need to be submitted are all things that can help you protect your business, and yourself, from legal liability, costly injuries or property damage, and penalties and interest.
Compass = direction
Understanding how to read your financial statements, knowing how to create an effective budget, deciding who to hire and when, and determining new revenue streams or ways to cut costs are all things that can help you direct your business to reach and exceed your goals.
The behind the scenes aspects of building and running a business can be overwhelming and confusing. Trying to figure it all out on your own can take your time away from serving your customers and doing what you do best. But, if left unattended to, these aspects can have a detrimental impact. Shield and Compass, LLC is a trusted partner to provide the necessary assistance for these aspects of your business so that it can be all that you want it to be and you can live the life of your dreams.
I was born and raised in the Kansas City area with 3 brothers by a single mom and grandparents that lived with us throughout most of my childhood. I was raised to be hard working, to respect others, and to leave things better than I found them. I was taught to help others when they need it and take initiative when seeing something needs done. I know first hand how difficult life can be and how much courage it takes to step out and try to make a different life for yourself and your family. I believe that helping people is more important than money and strive to make professional, knowledgeable accounting and business help accessible to all small business owners. I have an accounting degree from Kansas State University and have spent over 20 years working with businesses of all sizes and in many industries. I look forward to helping you make your business everything that you dreamed it could be.
The core values that I live by and run my business with are:
Integrity
Accountability
Compassion
Generosity