74: How To Start A Business & The Benefits Of Having An Accountant with Marjorie McPike, CPA

In this episode, the guys chat with Marjorie L. McPike. Marjorie is a CPA focusing on tax and small business accounting. She breaks down her journey into entrepreneurship, the benefits of having a CPA, and things you need to consider when starting a business. Tune in! Check out Marjorie’s courses on small business taxes and accounting: https://gumroad.com/a/379999347 Follow Marjorie on Instagram @mlmcpa Marjorie is a CPA focusing in tax and small business accounting located in Riverside County, California. She was born and raised in San Diego and attended San Diego State University where she received her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She recently completed her Masters of Science in Taxation from Golden Gate University. Prior to working in public accounting, Marjorie worked in private industry holding various positions such as Controller, Business Office Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager and Full Charge Bookkeeper. She has a vast knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting skills in various industries including health care, manufacturing, retail and professional services. Her current areas of focus are Estate and Gift taxation, taxation of individuals and taxation of business entities. Marjorie is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and a member of California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Marjorie currently serves as the Secretary of the Inland Empire Chapter of CalCPA, Treasurer of the Estate Planning Council of San Bernardino County; she is on the board of Agape Christian Development in San Diego, the Scholarship Committee for Embassy Church International and Treasurer for the Embassy Church International Golf Committee. She is also a founding member and Corresponding Secretary for the Alliance of Black Women Accountants and previously served as Treasurer for Hospice of the Valleys in Murrieta, CA. In 2020 Marjorie started her own firm, Marjorie L McPike, CPA, A.P.C., a podcast, The CPA Lady Podcast and YouTube Channel. All with the mission of empowering small business owners to take their business to the next level financially.