Shuai "Mike" Shao, CPA
Founding Partner | Tax Strategist & Business Advisor
Mike Shao, CPA, MBT, is a highly skilled tax strategist specializing in proactive tax planning and business advisory for business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals. With a Master of Business Taxation from USC and Big 4 experience at Ernst & Young (EY), he brings Fortune 500-level tax expertise to clients who demand more than just compliance—they want long-term tax efficiency and financial growth.
At EY, he handled corporate tax structuring, compliance, and strategic tax planning for multi-entity businesses generating over $10 billion in revenue. Prior to that, he worked at a regional CPA firm, gaining hands-on experience in business tax, entity structuring, and operational finance for small to mid-sized businesses. Combining Big 4 precision with practical tax expertise, Mike co-founded Wong & Shao CPAs to provide sophisticated tax strategies tailored to business owners and high-net-worth individuals—delivering the same level of insight and tax optimization that large corporations rely on.
With a reputation for precision, strategic thinking, and a results-driven approach, Mike partners with clients to navigate complex tax challenges, minimize liabilities, and structure their businesses and investments for long-term success.
Specialized Services:
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Advanced Tax Planning – Minimize tax liabilities with proactive strategies.
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Business Structuring & Optimization – Entity selection, multi-entity tax strategies.
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Corporate & Pass-Through Taxation – Tax planning for S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships.
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Mergers & Acquisitions Tax Strategy – Maximize tax efficiency in business transactions.
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Estate & Wealth Preservation Planning – Long-term tax minimization for high-net-worth individuals.
Education:
University of Southern California
Master of Business Taxation
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Accounting
Certifications & Licenses:
Certified Public Accountant in the State of California
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
California Society of Certified Public Accountants
Language:
English
Chinese (Mandarin)