Practice Experience

Michelle leads Sweeney Conrad’s employee benefit plan practice and is responsible for directing and overseeing these highly specialized engagements. Her focus is on simplifying the complexities of employee benefit plans, ensuring compliance and optimizing plan execution for clients.

She works with plan sponsors of defined contribution, defined benefit, and health and welfare plans, helping them navigate everything from post-merger plan integration to resolving operational errors and handling challenges that come up during plan implementation. Michelle’s proactive approach keeps plan sponsors on track, avoiding costly mistakes and ensuring their plans run smoothly.

With over 20 years at Sweeney Conrad, Michelle combines deep technical knowledge with a practical, down-to-earth approach, making her a trusted advisor for businesses looking to manage their employee benefit plans effectively.

Professional & Business Affiliations

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants

Allinial Global Employee Benefits Community of Practice

Allinial Global Benefits in Brief Newsletter Editorial Board Member

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, Seattle Pacific University

Professional Certifications

Certified Public Accountant

Community Activities

• Bellevue Chamber of Commerce Young Executives participant
• Former board member for Kirkland Boys and Girls Club
• Former member of the New Professionals Committee for the Washington State Society of Certified Public Accountants