“After becoming a first time mom in September 2006, I noticed a great shift in my priorities in how I wished to spend my professional time away from my son. At the CCAC, I can dedicate my financial skills to helping abused children and families in Chicago, albeit indirectly. I have found passion in my work again and an appropriate work/family balance."

Michelle Y. Swenson

Michelle Swenson was hired as Chief Financial Officer and member of the CCAC Executive Team in January 2008.  Her responsibilities include cash flow management, grant reporting, monthly financial reporting, oversight of annual audit, financial projections for quarterly board meetings, and supervision of the bookkeeper.

Prior to the CCAC, Michelle was a senior member of the audit department at Ostrow Reisin Berk & Abrams, Ltd.  For over 10 years, she provided accounting, auditing and tax services to individuals, privately-held businesses and non-profit organizations. In addition, Michelle also performed internal control reviews and management consulting to privately-held companies in a variety of industries, including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and many others.

Michelle graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois with degrees in accounting and political science. She is a licensed certified public accountant and a member of the Illinois CPA Society.