I received my MBA degree from the University of Illinois at Springfield in the summer of 2007. Shortly after graduation, I was hired by Sikich LLP. As one of the largest regional accounting firms in this area, Sikich offers a wide variety of accounting services. My course work at UIS has prepared me to successfully transition from the academic environment to the business world. My accounting and business professors at UIS provided insight about the public accounting industry and prepared me for the business world through my studies, course work and team projects. My career is challenging and the work environment is great.