Louis Hamel understands the key aspects of building successful long-term client relationships: personal attention, trust, integrity, responsiveness and the importance of proactive thinking. Louis specializes in advisory services for closely held businesses, from start-up enterprises to large privately owned firms. Areas of expertise include consulting for tax issues, business formation, and succession and estate planning. With over 25 years of experience, Louis has expertise in a variety of industries, including technology, manufacturing, distribution, real estate and professional services, among others. Louis also works with high net-worth individuals, including founders, across a range of areas, including tax consulting, estate and financial planning, as well as exit planning and structuring. Louis’ expertise also includes Qualified Small Business Stock and equity-based compensation.