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Michael Pappas CPA, CEPA

-Education and Certification

  • John Carroll University, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major Accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA)
  • AICPA National Conference on Employee Benefit Plans
  • AICPA Conference on Tax Strategies for High-Income Individuals
  • AICPA National Accounting & Auditing Technical Symposium
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) – Boot Camp

-Professional Memberships

  • American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
  • The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA)
  • MGI Association, Accounting & Auditing Committee, Past National Chairman

-Community and Professional Involvement

  • Singing Angels, President and Chief Executive Officer
  • John Carroll University, Blue & Gold Club, Past President and Executive Committee Member

Michael Pappas is a director in the accounting and assurance services department and is the lead director of the manufacturing and distribution group. With over 40 years of experience helping privately-held business owners build and maintain their net worth, Mike works closely with clients to create strategic business plans and establish reporting and information systems to effectively measure areas to improve and achieve success. Mike believes is if you can’t measure you can’t improve it.

His expertise spans many areas, including manufacturing, distribution, construction, and service enterprises. In addition, he specializes in succession planning and benchmarking services. By working with a diverse group of clients, Mike offers a broad base of knowledge and provides a valuable perspective to his clients.

Fun Fact: Mike enjoys traveling, golfing, and playing gin rummy.

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