Where minority and women owned business owners are using their businesses as a vessel for creating wealth and opportunity.
We believe in a partnership approach to providing holistic accounting & financial services. By being collaborative and client-focused, we co-create solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. We listen actively and engage meaningfully, ensuring that our clients are involved in every step of their financial journey.
Integrity is our cornerstone. We adhere to the highest ethical standards in all our interactions, whether it's filing taxes or providing financial coaching. Our clients can trust us to be transparent, honest, and consistent in our commitment to their financial well-being.
We believe in the power of financial literacy and autonomy. Through our holistic accounting and financial services, we aim to empower minority and women-owned businesses to take control of their financial futures. We provide the tools, resources, and coaching needed to make informed decisions and achieve financial success.
Quality is non-negotiable. We are committed to providing top-notch accounting and financial services. From meticulous bookkeeping to insightful financial analysis, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our work, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible service.
Executive Director
Kara Halfaker is the founding executive director of No Fear Finances Empowerment Center (NFFEC) She is a graduate of the University of Florida (BS in Accounting) and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (MS in Accounting). Kara also holds the following designations: Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), Enrolled Agent (EA), Quickbooks ProAdvisor, & Project Management Professional (PMP).
Prior to starting NFFEC, Kara served as a program officer for a community development financial institution (CDFI) serving minority and women owned businesses. In 2023, Kara was recognized by the Birmingham Business Journal as a 2023 NextGen BHM in Money recipient. She also previously taught in Birmingham City Schools and was an accountant for a Big Four accounting firm.
When she’s not crunching numbers or teaching financial topics, Kara enjoys playing pickleball and running with her dog.
Chair
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship
Vice President
Burr & Forman LLP
Treasurer & Secretary
eXp Realty
