Meet Our Team

Danielle Michel, CPA, founder of Manufacturing Tax Recovery Services (MTRS), is a distinguished leader in the field of manufacturing and business finance with over 15 years of experience. 

Michel's extensive background includes pivotal roles in managing accounting and finance departments of multimillion-dollar manufacturing firms and specialization in manufacturing industry practices at some of New York's most reputable public accounting firms. Her expertise has been instrumental in recovering millions of dollars for businesses across more than half of the United States, showcasing her profound impact on the industry that she has expanded to encompass all industries.

At MTRS, Michel leads a team dedicated to enhancing cash flow and maximizing tax savings for businesses across all industries through a variety of services. These services include the Research & Development Tax Credit, Sales Tax Recovery Refunds, Employee Retention Refund/Credit, Cost Segregation Studies, and the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Michel's approach to these services is rooted in a deep understanding of growing businesses’ unique needs, combined with a proactive stance on staying abreast of laws and regulations to deliver substantial savings to her clients.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Michel is an advocate for wellness in the entrepreneurial lifestyle, promoting a balanced approach to success. She shares her insights through her podcast The Upside Downside and her NEW book The Suppressed Entrepreneur to Thriving Entrepreneur, aiming to empower business owners. Residing in Charleston, SC, with her husband and three sons, Michel embodies the integration of professional success with personal fulfillment, making her a true exemplar in her field.