Valaise Smith, EA
I work with organizations that empower small businesses to master finances and improve margins.
Travels from Detroit MI, USA
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Speaks on:
Entrepreneurship
Financial Literacy
Speaks to:
Small & Medium Businesses (SMBs)
Formats:
Workshop
Breakout
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Key Audience Outcomes
Gained clarity on business budgeting and forecasting.
Developed actionable steps for using QuickBooks effectively.
Improved understanding of tax record-keeping.
Acquired foundational knowledge for running a business safely and accurately.
Learned how to organize business finances and maintain fiscal responsibility.
Valaise's Bio
Valaise Smith is an Enrolled Agent and tax strategist. She works with organizations that empower small businesses to master finances and improve margins through advisory, bookkeeping, and compliance support. With over 25 years in the financial services industry, Valaise brings deep technical expertise and practical insight to help entrepreneurs gain financial clarity, strengthen compliance, and make informed, growth-focused decisions. Through her ABCs of Finance framework, she supports programs and partners committed to building financially resilient, lender-ready businesses. Valaise is the author of Bookkeeping for Business Owners: Gaining Clarity and Confidence Without the Overwhelm, where she translates complex financial concepts into clear, actionable guidance. A Certified Women’s Business Enterprise and Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women scholar, she is known for helping business owners and the organizations that serve them.
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Valaise Offers the Following Talks
From Chaos to Clarity: Bookkeeping Basics for Entrepreneurs
Financial Clarity – Participants will understand the basics of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and how to use them to know their numbers and track business health.
Strategic Readiness – Entrepreneurs will learn how clean bookkeeping supports year-round tax strategy, compliance with regulations, and smarter financial decision-making.
Funding Preparedness – Attendees will leave with actionable steps and a checklist to get their books lender-ready, boosting their chances of accessing capital and building business credit.
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45 - 90 minutes
Financial Systems That Strengthen Your Business
Understand and interpret essential financial reports
Use systems like QuickBooks and Stripe to streamline operations
Strengthen budgeting, cash flow, and tax readiness
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1 - 2 hours
Building a Business with Clarity, Confidence, and Conviction
Anchor business decisions in clarity; not anxiety
Steward finances with discipline, confidence, and consistency
Navigate uncertainty with courage, conviction, and practical strategy
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45 - 60 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Valaise
What should I know about working with you?
Working with me is smooth, collaborative, and low-maintenance. I’m responsive, organized, and committed to making your event flow seamlessly. I am comfortable with both keynote-style inspiration and tactical training.
Can you customize your presentation for our specific audience and event theme?
Absolutely. Every audience is different, and I tailor each presentation to fit your event theme, industry, and desired outcomes. Before the event, I take time to understand who will be in the room, what challenges they’re facing, and what transformation you want them to walk away with.
What kind of promotional support do you offer to help market the event?
I’m happy to support your event promotion in ways that help increase visibility and engagement. Once we confirm the booking, I can share event details across my social media platforms, email list, and professional network.
My organization has a limited budget. Do you have any flexibility in your pricing?
I understand that every organization has different budget constraints, and I’m always open to finding a solution that works for both of us. While I have standard speaking rates, I can offer flexibility in a few ways that we can discuss in more detail.