Manufacturing Accounting: Gain Clarity & Control Over Costs
May 20, 2025
There’s something inherently fascinating about transformation. Raw materials go in. Finished goods come out. Simple, right? Except it’s not. Because the magic doesn’t just happen. There’s a whole world of complexity between that first shipment of raw goods and the moment your product is boxed,…
The Great Retirement: How Searchers Are Fueling the Next Wave of Small Business Ownership
April 28, 2025
A quiet revolution is happening in the small business world. Every single day, 10,000 baby boomers retire, a trend that will continue until 2030. And with that millions of small businesses such as plumbing companies, accounting firms, HVAC services, and more are about to go…
Saying Goodbye to Winter: Reflections from the Slopes
March 19, 2025
Another ski trip is in the books, and as I pack away my gear I can’t help but reflect on what winter and the slopes taught me this year. Skiing is more than just a hobby; it’s when I step away from the everyday rush,…
How Builders Can Use Slow Seasons to Boost Business
February 11, 2025
February can feel like a tough stretch for builders. The holidays are over, the weather keeps people indoors, and for many general contractors, things slow down. But while projects may not be in full swing, this is the perfect time to create future value for…
Turning Growth into Strategic Success
January 21, 2025
At KBS CFO, we believe that growth is an opportunity to turn potential into strategic success by focusing on the right things, the right way. When new opportunities arise in your business, whether it’s a major new client, the launch of a new service, or…
SMART Reporting: A Framework for Growth and Clarity
December 16, 2024
At KBS CFO we believe that numbers tell a story, but they’re only part of the equation. Successful businesses thrive when they have actionable insights, a clear strategy, and timely information. That’s why I developed the concept of SMART Reporting, a tailored framework to help…
Building Your Distillery with an Exit Strategy in Mind
November 19, 2024
When you think of owning a distillery, it’s easy to get caught up in the dream of a major league buyout, the kind you read about in industry headlines. After all, who wouldn’t want their small-batch operation to turn into a household name and get…
Preparing Your GovCon Business for the New Fiscal Year and Beyond
October 31, 2024
As we enter a new fiscal year, government contractors face a unique set of challenges than other non-government contractors. From shifting budgets, competitive bidding for contracts, and the need for compliance with strict regulations, the start of the fiscal year is an important time to…
Outgrowing Your First Accounting System
September 26, 2024
I recently had the opportunity to present at ADI 2024 Baltimore, a craft spirits conference and vendor expo put on by the American Distilling Institute. This was a really fun experience for me, not only because I work with many distillers as a Fractional Distillery…