Michael’s Approach
Michael P. Mesch
ASA
Director of Tax & Consulting / Member Owner
Overview
Mike is a director of Savant Tax & Consulting in our Cedar Rapids, IA office. He has a membership interest in Savant.
Mike earned his accredited senior appraiser (ASA) credential from the American Society of Appraisers.
Mike has been involved in the financial services industry since 2001. He worked for Terry Lockridge & Dunn from 2004 until it joined with Savant in 2022. Prior to joining Terry Lockridge & Dunn, Mike was a senior accountant at Wilkerson, Guthmann & Johnson, where he prepared business and personal income tax returns and managed audits, reviews, and compilations for small to mid-size businesses with an emphasis on non-profit foundations and auto dealerships.
Mike serves on the board of directors of the I Know Jack Foundation which raises funds to support cancer patients and their families. He is an alumnus of the Iowa City Chamber of Commerce Leadership program.
Mike earned a bachelor of business administration degree in finance and economics with a minor in political science from the University of Iowa.
Mike and his wife Steffani have two children, Greyson and Elliette. He enjoys golfing and spending time with his family.
Areas of Focus
Tax Advisory & Preparation
Working year-round to help you stay ahead of changing laws, find strategies to help lower your tax burden, and find new opportunities.
Accounting & Consulting Services
Integrated accounting, tax, payroll, and advisory services that help business owners navigate complexity, evaluate opportunities, and plan for the future.
Education
- University of Iowa
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Economics
Professional Designations
- ASA
Affiliations
- I Know Jack Foundation – board member
- Iowa City Chamber of Commerce Leadership
Insights & Perspectives
Thought leadership on wealth management, tax strategy, and financial planning.
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