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Mick Shimamura
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Meeting Preference: Email, In Person, Phone, Video

Languages: English, Japanese

How I Can Help You

Specialties: I help business owners grow profitably, manage cash flow, improve operations, and prepare for funding.

How I Can Help You
Running a business can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing money, planning for growth, and staying on top of daily operations. If you’re wondering how to scale your business, improve cash flow, or prepare for investors or loans, I can help. I work with business owners to navigate financial decision-making, strengthen operations, and create a clear path forward.

What I Offer
1. Growing Your Business Profitably – Strategies to scale without losing control of costs.
2. Making Sense of Your Finances – Helping you understand cash flow, profits, and financial planning.
3. Improving Financial & Operational Processes – Helping you refine the way you manage money and daily operations to support business growth.
4. Strategic Decision-Making – Helping you step back from daily tasks to focus on long-term success.
5. Preparing for Investors & Loans – Guidance on financial reports and business plans to secure funding.

If further expertise is needed, I will connect you with the right mentors to support your success. In addition to mentoring, I provide access to webinars and templates. My goal is to help you build a strong, sustainable business with confidence.

Professional License and Designation:
CPA licensed in Michigan
National Association of Corporate Directors Directorship Certified (Governance)

Note:
I am an auditor, not a tax advisor.
I use AI tools in compliance with SCORE's AI security and ethics policy.
I will not be available for in-person and phone mentoring through April 20, 2026.

Areas of Expertise

  • Accounting & Finance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Budgeting
  • Business Plan
  • Cash Flow
  • Financial Literacy
  • Management & Operations
  • Strategy Development

Industry Experience

  • Accounting & Tax Services
  • Auto Repair & Mechanic
  • Business Consulting & Coaching
  • Construction
  • Distribution & Transportation of Goods
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services
  • Retail
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