2022 Women in Professional Services: Michele Lindner, Grassi Advisors & Accountants

In the last 12 months, what was your TOP career highlight?

The highlight every year is finding solutions that help my construction clients become more profitable. This past year, one of the most significant ways I was able to do this was through providing insights into the new Employee Retention Credit program and helping them secure this much-needed financial relief.

In the last 12 months, what ONE award were you most proud to receive?

Earlier this year, I received the 2022 Premier Business Women of Long Island award. This was particularly rewarding to me, as I have dedicated most of my career to helping Long Island contractors and developers succeed in an ultra-competitive marketplace.

In the last 12 months how have you helped your industry grow through professional creativity, innovation and leadership?

One of the biggest ways I help my industry is by preparing the next generation of CPAs to become future leaders. I play a major role at Grassi in mentorship and in the development of training programs for our audit and accounting team, particularly in the construction and employee benefit plan practices.

What advice would you give the next generation of women in your industry?

I would say to never give up on yourself, never stop learning, and remember your true sources of motivation. For me, I drew inspiration from my family and friends who always believed in me. It wasn’t easy to juggle the demands of work and home, but the perseverance paid off.