Mike Stephens

Overview

Mike currently serves as the Chicagoland construction leader, which includes a team of 20 professionals focused in the construction and engineering industries. Mike has over 17 years of experience providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to privately-held contractors, engineering firms, and their owners. Mike appreciates getting to know the clients he serves and helping them achieve their goals. 

Mike began his professional career at CLA and has had various "and" roles within the firm including: new hire training, campus recruiting, peer mentoring, and growth leader. Prior to joining the CLA construction group in 2010, Mike also had experience in working with not-for-profit organizations.

Mike lives in New Lenox with his wife and five children. In his "spare" time, Mike enjoys running, reading, coaching youth sports, and golfing. 

 

Education

Illinois Wesleyan University, B.A., Accounting

In the community

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Illinois CPA Society
  • Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), Chicago Board Member
  • Lincoln-Way Wrestling Club, Coach
  • New Lenox Youth Football Association, Coach