Zaher Basha and Michael Rolka Receive Auburn Hills Chamber’s Tomorrow’s 20 Award
Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors is proud to announce that Zaher Basha, CPA, CM&AA, and Michael Rolka, CPA, CGFM, have received the Tomorrow’s 20 Award presented by the Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce. This award recognizes emerging leaders who demonstrate influence in the community through excellence in business leadership, dedication to innovation, and community service.
Zaher Basha joined Yeo & Yeo in 2014 and has consistently been a top performer, earning recognition for his technical expertise and leadership. As a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor, Basha specializes in tax planning, business advisory services, mergers and acquisitions, and healthcare industry consulting. Recently promoted to Principal, Basha is known for his calm and patient leadership, making him a highly effective mentor and trainer. He has driven innovation by leading the implementation of software programs to create efficiency for the firm’s professionals and clients. He is an integral member of the Valuation, Forensics, and Litigation Support Group and the Technology & Innovation team, further showcasing his commitment to excellence and growth. In the community, Basha serves as Treasurer of the Syrian American Rescue Network and volunteers at the Syria Institute.
“Zaher has been a trusted advisor to many business owners, guiding them through change, growth, and succession planning,” said Tammy Moncrief, CPA, Managing Principal of Yeo & Yeo’s Troy office. “Beyond his professional expertise, Zaher is an extremely caring person who is always willing to help, no matter how busy he is. He is a great leader and mentor, and is well-deserving of this recognition.”
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Michael Rolka joined Yeo & Yeo in 2012 and has consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise and commitment. Rolka began his career in Yeo & Yeo’s Saginaw office and later transferred to the Auburn Hills office (now Yeo & Yeo’s Troy office) to support and help expand the firm’s audit and assurance services in Southeast Michigan. In 2024, Rolka was promoted to Principal, and he now leads the firm’s Government Services Group, helping drive the strategy and growth of the specialized team that provides critical audit and financial services to governmental entities. He serves on the Board of Directors and the Standards Committee for the Michigan Government Finance Officers Association (MGFOA), helping to promote excellence in government finance. He also shares his expertise through the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), often speaking at its annual Governmental Accounting & Auditing Conference. In the community, Rolka serves on the Finance Committee for the Clinton River Watershed Council.
“Mike has consistently demonstrated his commitment to the success of governmental entities, both through his leadership of our Government Services Group and his work with the MGFOA board,” said Jamie Rivette, CPA, CGFM, Principal and Assurance Service Line Leader. “This award reflects his hard work and ongoing contributions.”
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The Tomorrow’s 20 award recipients were honored at a gala hosted by the Auburn Hills Chamber on May 8 in Pontiac, Michigan.