Betty Collins is a CPA with over 30 years of accounting experience, offering comprehensive business solutions to middle-market clients spanning various industries. Betty excels in a wide range of specialties, from compliance and tax minimization strategies to general operations management and advisory. Her expertise extends to real estate, restaurants, financial advisory, professional services, and other small- to mid-market businesses.
Betty also co-leads the Long-Term Care service team. This team focuses on helping providers of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by helping these nursing centers establish effective operational models, and optimizing available funding for those they serve.
In addition to her accounting expertise, Betty is a dedicated advocate for the firm’s Women’s Initiative. Her contributions toward advancing gender equality both within the workplace and externally are evident with her leadership, in particular, for the Women’s Leadership Conference. Betty is committed to fostering the professional growth of both women and men at Brady Ware. She also developed a podcast, “Inspiring Women,” to focus on women’s issues and their growth and development.
Attributes and Approach:
- Comprehensive services for optimal business guidance.
- Personal accounting approach driven by a passion to serve small businesses and create meaningful connections with clients.
- Community prosperity comes from contributing to the success of local industries. (When small businesses are doing well, the community is doing well.)
Background:
Betty’s accounting journey commenced in 1988, leading to her ownership role at Nipps, Brown, Collins in 2000. The subsequent merger with Brady Ware opened doors to a larger firm with more resources, a broader set of experts, and unique opportunities, including involvement in the Women’s Initiative. This transition empowered her to specialize and cater to primarily a small business client base.
Education:
- Mt. Vernon University, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Professional Affiliations:
- Better Business Bureau (BBB), Ohio Board Treasurer
- Ohio Women’s Coalition (OWC), Treasurer
- National Associations of Women Business Owners (NAWBO)
Professional Certifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Ohio
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