ABOUT
My goal is straightforward – to help serious business owners generate more clients!
Heather Richard is an accomplished entrepreneurial consultant and coach based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Through her company, Above Par Business Solutions, she empowers entrepreneurs to increase profitability, lead more effectively, and implement transformative change. With over two decades of experience helping leaders of 6- to 8-figure companies streamline their accounting and operational processes, increase their profitability, and improve their leadership effectiveness, she strives to bring all of her experience to every client engagement. Heather's results-driven approach combines AI-driven assessments and planning software with her decades of experience working with leaders across various industries. The result? Her clients are equipped with strategies that deliver clarity, efficiency, and meaningful impact, helping them achieve sustainable growth and success.
Experience:
Heather has over two decades of experience in various roles including management consultant, director of accounting, senior staff accountant, human resource representative, tax professional, leadership development consultant, and corporate wellness program coordinator.
Certifications:
- Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
- Certified Cognitive Behavioral Coach (CBT)
- Certified Fathom Advisor
- Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor
- Membership of International Association of Professional Management Consultants (IAPO)
Education:
- Augment MBA (2023)
- Bachelor's (2009) and Master's (2013) Degrees in a research heavy field
Company Mission
Above Par Business Solutions is an entrepreneurial development company, whose mission is to empower business owners and entrepreneurs to implement transformative changes that drive informed decisions, increase profitability, and lead effectively, so that they can create high-performing companies that thrive.