Michael J. McKinon Incorporated was established in 2021, after many years in the accounting, tax, and corporate advisory world.
As with any new business, I spent much time contemplating the name for this exciting new chapter in my career. With my experience, excellent reputation, and expertise in my field, as well as the tradition for businesses of this nature, using my name was an obvious choice, But I wanted the name to be more than just about me. Ever the academic, I decided to do a bit of research.
I have always been intrigued by my Scottish heritage. Never forgetting Mel Gibson’s iconic cry of “freedom” in the film, Braveheart, I was inspired when I discovered that the motto of the McKinon /McKinnon/MacKinnon clan is:
"Fortune assists the daring" or "Fortune favours the bold"
(Tha fortan a ‘ffabharashadh nan” gaisgeach in Gaelic, “Audentes fortuna juvat” in Latin)
This resonated with me on a personal and emotional level. I truly believe that fortune favours the brave, which is why I established MJM Inc. I am passionate about supporting the “brave” who are willing to break boundaries and venture into the risky and rewarding territories of business.
Bravery is one of the qualities within an individual that determines their success. Reward comes from courage, being willing to take risks, tenacity, resilience, and hard work. The great discoverers of the world would never have succeeded, if they had not ventured into the unknown, regardless of the danger that they may be faced with.
After many years of experience, study, and research into the world of cross border tax and exchange control, few understand the challenges of business, particularly cross border business as well as I do.
I am excited to stand by your side as your cross-border tax, exchange control and corporate advisory expert.
Michael
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