Louisa Asante combines technical expertise with real-world business experience to deliver strategic tax solutions for entrepreneurs and investors. As a federally authorized Enrolled Agent (EA), she holds the highest credential awarded by the IRS, enabling her to represent taxpayers nationwide in audits, collections, and appeals proceedings.

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With a bachelor's degree in Accounting and an MBA in Finance, Louisa brings both analytical rigor and strategic thinking to complex tax challenges. Her international perspective, shaped by studies and residence across four continents - Africa, Europe, East Asia, and North America - allows her to work effectively with clients from diverse cultural and business backgrounds.

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Beyond her professional credentials, Louisa is an active small business owner and real estate investor. This dual perspective as both practitioner and client informs her approach to tax planning, ensuring strategies are not just technically sound but practically implementable. She specializes in helping entrepreneurs and real estate investors optimize their tax positions through proactive planning and year-round strategic guidance.

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Louisa's philosophy centers on transforming tax compliance from a necessary burden into a competitive advantage. She partners with forward-thinking business owners who understand that sophisticated tax and financial planning serves as the foundation for sustainable wealth creation and long-term business success. Her commitment extends beyond traditional tax preparation to encompass comprehensive financial strategy, helping clients navigate the intersection of tax law, business operations, and investment planning to achieve their broader financial objectives.

As a Project Assistant, I am recognized for my adaptability, strong work ethic, and keen attention to detail. With a solid background in customer service, I bring not only technical proficiency but also excellent interpersonal skills that help foster strong client relationships. My experience has equipped me with the ability to navigate a wide range of tools and applications with ease, ensuring projects run smoothly and efficiently. I take pride in delivering high-quality work, maintaining clear communication, and providing reliable support to both clients and team members. Dedicated and proactive, I strive to contribute to the success of every project while building meaningful connections through professionalism, commitment, and a positive attitude.

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As a dedicated Project Assistant, I bring a strong background in project management, customer service, and administrative support. My experience in coordinating property operations and assisting with tax  documentation has strengthened my attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills. I’m committed to delivering efficient support, fostering collaboration, and contributing to the success of every project I handle.

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William Champion II is a high-impact, global, entrepreneurial finance industry leader with 25+ years of experience. Leveraging his exceptional depth of expertise in finance, he is known for providing differentiated insight, wise counsel, and discretion to his clients.

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As a Certified Abundant Leader Coach, William is an exponential driver of business growth, revenues, and profitability at companies across strategic situations – startup, turnaround, accelerated growth, realignment, exit, sustainable success, and legacy.

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William has specific expertise in developing aligned championship teams that bring sustained success to businesses and organizations. He has a proven track record for building brands and teams across the globe. He is also an abundance-focused scaling specialist with a long-term strategic vision and expertise in leading business transformation. As a Coach, William brings strong, collaborative, team-building, and mentoring expertise to his engagements along with his leadership and profit-generating skills.

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His exact purpose is to coach a team of champions to take a leap of faith and live life passionately.

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Jerry is an accountant, investor, entrepreneur, creative, and self-proclaimed futurist. Born in the Rogers Park neighborhood on the North Side of Chicago, Jerry was raised by two parents who migrated from the Ashanti Region of Ghana during the mid-to-late 80s. A product of Chicago Public Schools, Jerry graduated from George B. Armstrong School of International Studies and Lane Tech College Prep with a concentration in Music. His favorite extracurricular activities at the time include Football, Marching Band, Chorus, Lacrosse, and the Africa Unite Club. 

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In 2019, Jerry graduated from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Here, he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and a minor in Music. During his time, he served as the Vice President and Publicity Chair for the University of Illinois Black Chorus, a musical institution that celebrates and performs music from the Sacred Black Music tradition. 

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He started his professional career while in college as the Staff Accountant for a financial advisor and completed an internship with the Colgate-Palmolive Company in their Customer Development Division. He also became a Tax Preparer Intern for Badu Tax Services, a Black-owned CPA Firm established to inspire and support the super hungry to take hold of infinite resources in order to create an abundant lifestyle. Post-graduation, he did a brief stint in an Associate role with Paylocity, a payroll, and HR solutions provider. 

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In August 2020, he received a QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification. As of April 2021, Jerry serves as the Chief Project Manager at Badu Tax Services and is in charge of overseeing internal affairs and the client experience. In October 2021, he founded the Heroes Beyond Capes Movement, where anyone can be a superhero when they strive to live in their truth. His life’s purpose is to guide the disenfranchised to become superheroes and utilize their superpowers in service to the community to impact the future at scale.

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I am a Chicago Native, based in the South Suburbs. I have been in the Tax field for over 15 years. I enjoy working with clients to see the growth through the years. I believe my purpose is to provide information to a specific demographic in order to help them flourish in life. I consider myself a Jack of All Trades. Meaning, I can do anything I put my mind to. I am a Taskrabbit. I will get the job done

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As a University of Illinois Alum, Abena has been able to transform companies and communities to enhance their quality of living and tax goals.

Her goal is to create an avenue of providing optimal service in educating entrepreneurs on the benefits of taxes and life structure. She is eager to communicate to the community on how to prepare yourself for the future while also enjoying the present. She appreciates that at Badu Tax Services, our certified CPAs & EAs take the time with their clients in educating on the best choices to optimize your tax comprehension. She believes that with the proper knowledge the possibilities can be endless on the legacy you leave.  She is excited to provide clients the relief and peace of mind they are looking for this tax season and beyond.   

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Brittany Okossi is a Lead Preparer at Badu Tax Services with a Bachelor’s in Accountancy and Master’s degree in Accountancy with a specialization in taxation. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has over 7 years of tax experience and has held multiple tax positions throughout her career from preparer, to senior, to senior reviewer; she has experience working on partnership, LLC, C Corporation, trust, individual and S Corporation returns. Her areas of focus are strategizing for individual and business clients to minimize tax liabilities and select the best entity structures for clients. She also has over 5 years in tax resolution experience where she helps clients settle tax debts with the IRS or state department of revenues. She is passionate about helping taxpayer’s take advantage of all applicable tax savings available through the tax code. Her purpose in life is to empower people to reach their full potential by turning their passions and talents into cashflow which then allows them to add their unique value to society and bring solutions to current problems.

Kim is a versatile digital professional with over a decade of experience specializing in digital marketing, virtual assistance, social media strategy, and project management. She thrives in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering value through reliability, creativity, and a results-driven mindset.

Passionate about empowering others, Kim’s mission is to help people recognize their inner strength and capabilities. She aims to uplift everyone she encounters by building confidence and nurturing self-belief.

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I’m an independent contractor born and based in Nakuru City, Kenya. A graduate of Achievers School of Professionals and a member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya. I have been an accountant for the last Fifteen years working in the private sector helping people in Tax filing, Book Keeping and Accountancy, Financial Management, Business Management among other services.

My purpose in life is to encourage people in need to stay very humble so that they can become the best person they can be.

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Joshua (Josh) Emmanuel Albao is a Project Assistant for Badu Tax Services, based in Naga City, Philippines. He’s handled accounts with PETCO USA and Bell Canada as a Customer Support Associate. He enjoys doing what he does for he finds satisfaction in assisting individuals who are struggling with information unfamiliar to them. Also, he is a BS Psychology degree holder who has experience in Human Resource recruitment. According to him, his purpose in life is to be the best version of himself each day, make positive connections and contributions to the people around him, and to enjoy what life has to offer while building meaningful relationships. Onto better things!

John is an experienced marketing and project management professional with over five years at Badu Tax Services. He has consistently delivered exceptional marketing results and takes pride in his role. His purpose is to leverage his creativity, strategic thinking, and deep understanding of business needs to create value for others and contribute to meaningful growth.

As a dedicated Project Assistant, I bring a strong foundation in customer service and client retention to my role. My experience as a Customer Service Representative and Retention Specialist has equipped me with essential skills in building client relationships, effective communication, and problem-solving. With a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, I leverage my technical expertise to deliver efficient support and ensure seamless client experiences. I am committed to understanding and addressing client needs, providing solutions that inspire satisfaction and long-term trust. It’s my goal to foster meaningful connections and contribute to the success of every project I undertake.