
"TBH Consulting stood out for its commitment to excellence, high standards, and genuine focus on helping others."
Michael Houlihan
Senior Associate
Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, I attended the University of Kentucky, where I earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting & Finance. That experience sparked my passion for serving clients in the accounting and finance industry.
During my time at the University of Kentucky, I completed internships in Corporate Development at Fortune 500 Brown-Forman Corporation and Internal Audit at the university. After graduating in 2023, I returned to Brown-Forman to join their Corporate Development team, where I contributed to two acquisitions totaling $1.2 billion and helped facilitate both a significant divestiture and a strategic deal between Brown-Forman and a third party. In January 2024, I transitioned to EY’s Core Assurance practice, serving a variety of manufacturing clients. My exposure to multiple facets of audit work allowed me to quickly grow into an acting senior associate role on many engagements before my departure. I’m currently pursuing my CPA designation to further deepen my expertise and expand my impact in the field.
After gaining valuable experience at EY, I was eager to find a role that aligned more closely with my entrepreneurial mindset. TBH Consulting stood out for its commitment to excellence, high standards, and genuine focus on helping others. The firm offers the opportunity to continue serving clients while also fostering personal and professional growth in a dynamic, team-driven environment.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time on the water in South Carolina with family, staying active through running and golf, and unwinding by cooking, fishing, and spending time with friends. I also love being outdoors and spending time with our family dogs.

