Our Story

1988 – 2002

LAYING THE FOUNDATION

1988

Joanne discovers her calling in her first accounting class at Calvin University

1992

Passes the CPA exam and joins a Big Four accounting firm
Learns to serve the complex tax needs of many clients

1998

Earns her Master’s in Taxation from Seton Hall University
Joins the international tax group handling multinational companies and expatriates handle cross-border tax matters


2008 – 2013

EXPANDING OUR EXPERTISE

2008

Joanne passed the CFP® exam
Sought to better steward her own financial resources

Becomes a certified investment advisor
Recognizes that many clients need support to manage their portfolios


2013 and on

BUILDING SOMETHING PERSONAL

2013

Sweetman Advisory Services launches
As her family grows, Joanne builds a practice that reflects professional excellence and personal values

Serves as an outsourced CPA resource for firms and their clients
Navigates international tax matters for individuals and businesses

Today

Continues serving her client base
Provides tailored tax and advisory services built on long-term relationships

Joanne Sweetman

Owner, CPA, CFP

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In today’s world, clients often feel like just another number – we believe professional services should still be personal.