MeetĀ the Creative Board
Denise Ochigbo, MBA, MSF
Founder & CEO
Denise is the CEO of The Career Mompreneurā„¢ and an experienced finance & accounting leader with over 10+ years of experience in Corporate America. She is currently an assistant marketing director with over 5+ years of marketing experience. She gained education and experience in personal financial coaching and planning. She has a diverse background in finance, marketing, accounting, and brand strategy with a passion for teaching others how to achieve financial freedom.
ā€‹She holds an MBA in Finance & Financial Markets, an MBA in Marketing & Strategic Marketing & Leadership Services from Arizona State University. In addition, she has a Master of Science in Finance from Arizona State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance from DePaul University.
Melody Bell, MBA, CPA
Creative Board Member
Melody Bell is a manager with 10 years of experience in accounting, finance, tax, and change management across all industries including oil & gas, transportation, retail, healthcare, and biotech. Mrs. Bell is a results-driven engagement leader with a proven track record of impactful process improvement, efficient project management, and effective communication. She is a mom first and has a passion for others to reach their financial goals. When she is not working, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
She holds an MBA in Finance and Financial Management Services from The University of Chicago, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance & Accounting from DePaul University. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Muirisha Lavender, PharmD, MBA, RPh
Creative Board Member
Muirisha Lavender is a passionate healthcare provider set on understanding health economics and the intricacies of the US healthcare landscape to transform how Americans access affordable, innovative, and data-driven medicines and medical devices. She believes in the power of women, especially as healthcare decision-makers, and hopes to empower more women to take on leadership roles in the healthcare industry.
In her free time, she is an avid traveler, novice historian, and sidecar racer with her father and sister. She is also the mother of Toby, an Australian cattle dog mix and a100% good boy.
She has her Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Master of Business Administration from Butler University. Go Dawgs!
Margaret Marsaw-Enrolled Agent/Accountant
Creative Board Member
Margaret Marsaw is a passionate about tax planning, business & personal taxes, and overall accounting services. She brings over 25+ years of industry expertise in accounting, taxation, and HR. She believes in the power of women, and educating them on financial literacy regarding taxes, accounting and creating a future legacy for themselves.
In her free time, she is a wife, mother, and avid reader, and leader. She is open minded and always willing to educate others rather in her profession or personal life.
She has her education in Accounting from DePaul University & Governors State University. She hold numerous certifications and a licensed Enrolled Agent (EA) the highest level in taxation.
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