Q: Who is Chazin & Company and what should we know about you?
We have been working exclusively with nonprofits for over 15 years and we really pride ourselves in having a unique understanding of nonprofit accounting needs. Nonprofits are often underserved, and we believe they play one of the most important roles in our communities and should receive top-quality service to help them better support their missions. We have something called “The Chazin Way” which means always striving for perfection and offering personalized, quality service that is not only cost-effective but also strengthens the accounting function of organizations.
Every member of our team is certified through the CNAP program (Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional) this ensures that they have all the confidence and expertise to handle the ins and outs of nonprofit accounting. We provide advice, leading technology, and can also supplement existing staff to improve efficiency and compliance. We are fully invested in helping nonprofits find financial stability and drive growth.
Q: What’s the best thing about doing business in Middle Tennessee?
The best thing about doing business in Middle Tennessee is the value placed on developing authentic relationships with people in the community. There is a real sense of southern hospitality here that drives the way people do business, and it genuinely shows in our relationships with clients. This is a community where business relationships are not simply transactional but instead are filled with that human touch that helps us connect on a stronger level. Tennessee is also full of opportunities, and there is a lot of support of new ventures making it a very exciting market to be in.
Q: How do you stay involved in the community?
The pandemic has made it challenging to stay physically involved in the community but thankfully we have found other ways to continue to offer support. We have a foundation called Help Us Help Others Foundation (HUHOF) that helps us support the communities we serve with grants and donations. Volunteering is also a big part of our company culture and we encourage every employee to give back in any way they can. We’ve also ramped our efforts to provide more educational content that is easily accessible through our website and social channels, free of cost, that can help nonprofits learn more about managing their accounting and finances.
Q: What’s your biggest goal for your company in the next year?
Our biggest goal is to continue to expand our reach to the nonprofit community and help organizations become more financially savvy through a variety of different services and tools.
Q: What best business practices have you learned from 2020 and what did you do to be creative or pivot to remain in business?
2020 was definitely a learning year for everyone. We were very fortunate that even before the pandemic, our service approach was fully remote. Of course, now everyone has had to adapt to a remote setting, so there has been more competition for virtual outsourced accounting. However, having a well-established method and process on how to deliver the same quality service without losing that human connection is something we thankfully have plenty of experience with and has given us a competitive advantage.
Q: What has been the most valuable aspect of your Chamber membership?
The most valuable aspect has been the opportunity to build stronger connections to the community and the excellent support offered to members. We appreciate the Chamber’s commitment to consistently provide different options to engage and network with other businesses.
Learn more about Chazin & Company at their website here.
