Michael is a highly respected Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with a Master of Science in Psychology. He leverages his diverse expertise to provide forward-thinking guidance to clients, families, and organizations.
With a 40-year tenure in California, Michael served as Managing Partner of The Accountancy, LLP, and directed the Wealth Management division. He fostered a long-term relationship with jazz legend Arturo Sandoval, who inspired the creation of The Arturo Sandoval Institute (ASI) in 2011. The non-profit organization aims to bring music to children, and ASI’s inaugural “Save the Music” benefit concert sold out a 1400-seat theater in 2013.
After a temporary hiatus due to COVID, Michael relaunched ASI’s mission and transitioned to Florida. He founded Velazquez & Associates, PLLC, a consulting firm based in Weston, Florida, and continues to be a sought-after expert in tax and financial matters. Michael has appeared on TV and radio and is frequently quoted in prominent news outlets.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Michael is a music enthusiast, avid golfer, baseball fan, and wine aficionado. He resides in Weston, Florida, with his wife, Mercy, and enjoys a fulfilling life with their three adult children and three grandchildren.
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Outside of his professional pursuits, Michael is a music enthusiast, avid golfer, baseball fan, and wine aficionado. He resides in Weston, Florida, with his wife, Mercy, and enjoys a fulfilling life with their three adult children and three grandchildren.
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