Michael Mahonec, CPA, MBA. Commenced professional career with the firm then known as Arthur Young & Company, CPAs. While at Arthur Young his clients included Pepsi Cola Company, Sprague Electric Company, and General Cable, and various military defense contractors. In addition to audits, Mr. Mahonec trained as a computer audit specialist and participated in acquisition evaluations. While managing and directing the operations of a family-owned wholesale building supply business, he negotiated three union contracts and was the lead negotiator for the owners' association for the last contract. Throughout his career, Mr. Mahonec performed accounting and tax services for individuals and medium-size business clients. This work included audits, reviews, and compilations as well as business and personal income tax return preparation.