Akram & John have done a great job for us every year. They are organized and make the process…read moreeasy. We highly recommend them.

We committed to working together, I felt they were unresponsive once we started uploading docs…read moreetc., and they then suddenly told us they'll no longer work with us with no explanation and didn't respond to any follow-up questions. We're now left with very little time to find a replacement and we'll probably lose a lot of money as a result of this surprise from them. Facts: we agreed to work together at the start of this year. They shared a portal for us to upload docs into. It took us a few weeks to get started uploading those docs but we're still within their purported time-frame in mid-February. We had some access issues that, for myself, they fixed; that was not fixed for my wife and we had to bug them several times in the last week before our scheduled tax prep meeting. They then reached out to me, saying that they can no longer work with us and that they'll delete all the files I uploaded to their vault. When I asked them why, they did not respond.

David has been a phenomenal resource as I have embarked on building an Executive Coaching business…read more Lots of very positive energy, helpful suggestions and strategic framing on business development and marketing. I highly recommend David for support in framing out a new business idea and ensuring that you are focusing on the right things at the start. Five stars all the way!

I called David today, after going through a rough patch yesterday when my small business was…read moretemporarily banned from Mailchimp. I realized it was time for some outside assistance. I can't rely 100% on my own limited experience. David Mitroff (the man in the picture) was extremely generous with his time over the phone. I told him abt a potentially risky sales contract I was considering. He took at least 20 minutes to go over with me how I can mitigate that risk and what I should do to prepare for negotiation. He did not have to do that. But he wanted to make sure I didn't get scr3w3d over. He didn't want to see me fail. For that reason, Piedmont Avenue will be the first place I come to once I'm ready for a deeper strategic conversation and more hands-on assistance. Will update once I have more to say. Thanks David!

We scheduled a zoom call with Gary for some advice and to determine if we should use his services…read more He answered all our questions open and honestly, guiding us in the right direction. If the need arises to use a CPA in the future, I wouldn't hesitate to call Gary again. Thank you for your advice, Gary!

Gary was very professional and very helpful. Went over and beyond my expectations…read more Gave really great advice and took his time to explain it well. Would recommend!

I had such a fantastic experience working with Coach Crystal. She helped me grow and become a…read morebusiness woman I am today. She offers practical steps that will help you reach your goals and also hold you accountable. She is very prompt, returns email in a matter of hours. You will always learn something new on every session with her. Crystal is an amazing person overall and it's been such a pleasure having her in my corner as a business coach. Every business person should have at least a few months worth of business consultation with Crystal. I highly recommend working with Coach Crystal and Run Right Consulting.

I referred Crystal and her company, Run Right Business Consulting to one of my 30+ year clients…read more She has done an amazing job, helping them focus and respond to the changing business landscape. I believe a referral to someone is paramount to one's own business, as it is for the person whom is receiving the expertise of the person being referred. Trust is what keeps a 30+ year client, and Crystal and her team made that on going relationship possible.

Working with Chris at Flex Tax was an outstanding experience. From start to finish, he kept us in…read moreconsistent communication, never leaving us guessing about where things stood. No matter how detailed our questions got, Chris had thoughtful answers and took the time to explain things every time. Chris genuinely made the process feel easy and stress-free. Highly recommend Flex Tax to anyone looking for top-notch service that is efficient and affordable!

Chris at FlexTax has been my tax advisor for about three years now, and I can't recommend him…read morehighly enough. He's incredibly thorough and detail-oriented - he double and even triple checks everything to make sure your return is accurate and that he has all the right information. He's also very responsive and flexible with scheduling, which has made it easy to fit tax meetings around a busy workday. Chris really shines with more complex situations. He specializes in startups and equity compensation (ISOs, RSUs, etc.), as well as investment portfolios, so if you work at a startup or have a more complicated tax situation, you're in great hands. He takes the time to walk through everything, explains complex issues clearly, and makes the whole process feel much less stressful. He goes above and beyond by looking at prior years and making amendments if necessary to put you in a better position for future tax years. I originally started working with Chris based on a friend's recommendation, and after three years as a client, I'm very glad I did. If you're a startup employee or founder, or anyone dealing with equity and investments, I highly recommend Chris at FlexTax.

Being part of BAEC was an amazing experience. It helped me grow, pick up real business skills, and…read moreactually put my ideas into action. The mentorship and workshops are super helpful, and the networking opportunities are a big plus. If you're an entrepreneur in the Bay Area, I highly recommend checking them out!

Hosting my Marketing Lecture at this venue was a delightful experience due to its stunning setting…read moreequipped with top-notch audio and video gear. I wholeheartedly endorse this location for hosting events or meetings.

Akemi claims efficiency, but what really defines her approach is an unforgiving attention to every…read moredetail that too many so-called professionals miss. I don't praise easily, but she tore through our tangled financial mess like it was nothing, giving us clarity where there was chaos. Her speed is not a breath of fresh air; it's the baseline anyone should expect. If you want someone who will treat your financials like a personal challenge rather than a routine task, Akemi is who you call.

Akemi has helped me from the moment I incorporated my company in 2014 and has been an amazing…read morepartner throughout all those years. She is extremely capable, delivers very quickly and is just a joy to work with. On top of that, she is also incredibly thorough and doesn't make any mistakes. Akemi is always able to answer questions and take the time to explain things. I cannot rate her highly enough! Give her a call, you'll be happy you did!

I have worked with the 'Gerard Group' in 2012 and they did more than any other Recruiter/Staffing…read moreAgency for me to make sure that I felt comfortable when going into an interview and relocate. They are a very detailed oriented team and work hard to maintain a relationship with their employees. Ernie Pineda who I had the pleasure of meeting and knowing always advised me on certain positions and recommended me for others. His work ethic is outstanding in my opinion. Ernie is a great person to work with. I am looking forward to working with him in the future.

I've had the pleasure of enlisting Gerard Group's services as a recruiter since 1999. This…read moreorganization works hard at understanding the requirements of both the hiring client and the job seeker and does a great job at finding the right match between the two. One of this company's best assets is encouraging open lines of communication, which is to say that the staff is able to both skillfully convey information and listen to (and understand) the parties with whom they interact. One often overlooked offshoot of effective communication involves eliciting feedback from the hiring clients. Gerard Group is fully aware of the importance of this feedback and always tries to secure this information for its job seekers so that they may be in a better position to market themselves for future job opportunities. Whenever I need to look for a new job, I make sure that Gerard Group is among the first who I call.

January 2021 will be a year that I started meeting and working with Steve. I initially was…read moresearching for career advice and career planning. Steve provided me with tools that helped me reflect and plan put in action what I wanted and needed in my professional and personal life. The most helpful thing that Steve has helped me throughout our time has been listening and helping me understand my emotions and frustrations in my professional and personal life. He has provided feedback, roll played through conversations that are difficult or uncomfortable to have in a professional or personal scenario. This has helped be feel more confident and prepared for interviews, important work related meetings/presentations and personal conversations with significant others, friends and family. Overall my time with Steve has been invaluable and I would recommend working with Steve!

I recently hired Steve to help me in transitioning back into corporate America from being an…read moreindependent consultant. I was hired by a large technology company in a sales strategy role that aligned with my previous work experience and was also completing my second Master's degree - in Organizational Development. I wanted to find a role combining strategy and operations with organizational development. As I was progressing in my role and getting asked to take on more responsibilities in sales strategy, Steve pushed me to think about my values and what I really wanted for myself. He helped me uncover a major internal roadblock that was holding me back from going after what I really wanted as I was trying to figure out my dream job. Steve encouraged me to create the job description of my dreams and take action to achieve the new role. I ended up leaving the large tech company and am now doing very fulfilling work in organization development. Steve provided me the space to be 100% myself, ask for what I want, and he helped hold me accountable for making it a reality. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs support as they take on the hard work to transform their life and career.