About Me

A roll-up-your-sleeves leader with a deep background in all things Accounting, Bookkeeping, Budgeting, Forecasting, etc. Also a Human Resources generalist and instructor of accounting and human resources. Dynamic and inspirational public speaker and trainer.

Michael earned a Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Accounting Major) from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. After a few years with Price Waterhouse (now Price Waterhouse Coopers) Michael left public accounting for industry and enjoyed a 20+ year career in the fresh produce industry in key positions including Sales, General Manager, President, CEO, CFO, and Vice President of Operations and Logistics. With a passion for small business, Michael started a management consulting firm in the mid 1990’s with the emphasis on start-ups, turnarounds, and growth.

In 2010 Michael merged his company (Alliman Financial Consulting) with Consulting Services International (CSI) and became the driving force behind their strategic growth and marketing. His clients have included Agricultural organizations, financial groups, medical offices, cities, state agencies, distribution facilities and artists. As a gifted author and public speaker, Michael has trained and entertained thousands through engaging, hands-on seminars, sessions, and motivational speeches to groups large and small. In addition, Michael is an expert in Quickbooks (all versions) and is a Wave Accounting Pro adviser.

Areas of Expertise:
– Strategic Planning and Implementation
– Conference and Meeting Facilitation
– Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Finance for Small to Medium Sized Businesses
– Training
– Budgeting, Forecasting and Cash Management
– Distribution and Logistics
– Public Speaking
– Motivation and Confidence Building
– Mindful Business Strategies