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What drives a sharp CFO?

Our founder, Michael DiSabatino has honed his skills through years of experience serving as a Chief Financial Officer for numerous companies, practicing as a Certified Public Accountant, and establishing multiple successful business ventures.

This unique blend of experiences has provided the optimum foundation to build comprehensive and insightful financial solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes and needs.

At Sharp CFO™, we are dedicated to driving your business’s financial success through precise planning, robust risk management, and innovative growth strategies.

Our approach is grounded in integrity with a deep commitment to your financial health, ensuring that your business thrives and continues to achieve sustained profitability.

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A note from our founder:

I have raced high-speed motorcycles and cars throughout my life, and this experience has effectively prepared me to take decisive action with a devout dedication to precise, calculated movements in everything I do.

This has led me to believe the following concepts to be true: Know your course, know where the finish line is, keep everything maintained and running at its best, and most importantly, maintain control while racing at full throttle to the end.

My professional experience has instilled in me a deep appreciation for delivering exceptional value and maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence for my clients. I will consistently strive for a first-place finish in every endeavor we undertake together and will treat your business as if it were my own.

Let's connect for a free consultation to discover how the services we offer through Sharp CFO™ can support your personal economic growth and long-term financial stability.

Michael DiSabatino, Founder

About Michael DiSabatino,
Founder of Sharp CFO™

Beginnings
Michael’s entrepreneurial roots trace back to his upbringing in New Jersey, where his father encouraged business thinking at an early age. By sixth grade, Michael was negotiating informal contracts with his dad. By 16, he launched his first venture—a motorcycle accessory shop.

After earning a B.S. in Accounting with a concentration in Computer Science from William Paterson University (completing the four-year program in just three years), Michael began his professional career at General Motors. He then entered public accounting with a New Jersey firm, earning his CPA license. In 1988, a California-based construction firm engaged his services, prompting his relocation to Ventura County in 1990.

Early Years in California
Soon after arriving in California, Michael established his own accounting practice at Channel Islands Harbor. He continued to serve clients in both California and New Jersey. After his father’s passing in 1999, he temporarily returned to New Jersey, entrusting his California practice to a trusted local firm.

Drawn back to Southern California, Michael accepted a CFO position with a software company headquartered on the 20th floor of the Oxnard Tower during the height of the Dot-Com boom. There, he collaborated with Intel and developed a major section of their corporate website. This experience sparked a deep interest in programming and digital systems. The company successfully spun off several divisions before the tech industry’s downturn.

Maintaining his accounting roots, Michael continued to handle complex projects for multi-national corporations—often involving forensic accounting and transitional management—frequently referred by long-standing legal relationships.

Web Entrepreneurship
In parallel with his accounting work, Michael combined his passion for motorcycles and technology by launching "Sportbikes.com", which quickly became the internet’s leading motorcycle community. At its peak in 2006, Michael and his small development team launched a full-featured online magazine.

Around the same time, he also founded "X-Sports Marketing™", a niche marketing firm focused on the motorsports industry. The firm played a pivotal role in developing several landmark aftermarket brands through strategic digital campaigns, sponsorship development, and early adoption of online community engagement.

In 2007, "Sportbikes.com" was named "Community Site of the Year" by Ektron, Inc., and was later merged with the online publisher Vertical Scope. Michael’s early insight into social networking was later cited in the Aberdeen Group’s white paper "Customer 2.0" as a reference case study.

Michael is also an "accomplished photographer", with work published in several mainstream magazines and across dozens of websites. In 2004, his photography was formally "recognized and awarded by peer photographers", underscoring his talent for visual storytelling. His creative eye has been a valuable asset in both his entrepreneurial ventures and professional branding efforts.

Camarillo CPA Firm
In 2005, Michael founded "DiSabatino, CPA" in Camarillo, California. The boutique nature of the firm allowed clients to work directly with Michael, whose services ranged from personal tax preparation to CFO-level financial consulting.

The firm’s clientele spanned local families, $30 million manufacturing companies, entertainers, and global business leaders—including a two-year engagement with the individual ranked as the sixth richest person in the world at the time.

Serving high-net-worth individuals offered invaluable exposure to integrated team strategies focused on protecting clients’ financial, legal, and physical interests. These high-stakes, collaborative environments shaped Michael’s future CFO approach, laying the foundation for his holistic style of financial stewardship.

Michael was also "recognized and admitted as an expert witness in federal court". He testified as a forensic accountant in litigation against a publicly held restaurant corporation—and prevailed—solidifying his reputation for high-level accounting expertise, even when up against powerful, well-resourced adversaries.

We Do Books™
We Do Books, Inc. ( https://wedobooks.com ) was launched as a nationwide, scalable accounting and tax firm, purpose-built to give small businesses and individuals access to high-level financial strategies—delivered at budgetable fixed monthly fees.

We Do Books™ offers:

  • Tax preparation and proactive planning
  • Cash flow management and bill pay
  • Estate and succession planning
  • CFO-lite advisory and compliance support

Originally launched in Camarillo, California, the firm has expanded to include offices in Oxnard, CA and Scottsdale, AZ, with its headquarters now based in Wickenburg, Arizona. The firm serves clients in nearly every U.S. state.

We Do Books™ brings the same tools used by high-net-worth individuals and elite financial teams—including advanced asset protection, tax mitigation strategies, and succession planning—scaled appropriately to small and mid-sized businesses. These techniques, once reserved for ultra-wealthy families, now help business owners protect their assets, optimize tax outcomes, and grow with confidence.

Sharp CFO™
To meet the needs of businesses ready to scale or restructure strategically, We Do Books™ launched a dedicated division: Sharp CFO™. This full-service arm supports businesses from start-up through $40 million in revenue, providing depth in:

  • Financial strategy and forecasting
  • Entity and ownership structuring
  • M&A readiness and exit planning
  • Advanced asset protection and risk management

Like We Do Books™, Sharp CFO™ draws from Michael’s experience working alongside some of the world’s most elite financial teams—including a two-year engagement with one of the wealthiest individuals globally. These insights now empower clients to navigate risk, protect generational wealth, and grow strategically.

Michael integrates deep CFO expertise with real-world marketing and creative insight—rooted in years of branding, strategy, and award-winning photography. This unique perspective gives clients not only clarity in their numbers but also vision in how they present and grow their businesses.

Schedule a meeting today to accelerate toward your financial goals and develop a driven strategy for sustainable business growth!

Certificates & Licences

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    Inactive: California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey
  • Licensed Real Estate Broker
    Inactive: California
  • Certified Tax Professional (CTP)
    American Institute of Tax Studies (1994–1997)
  • Series 7 Registered Representative
    Relinquished (1993)
  • Health and Life Insurance Agent
    Relinquished (1993), New Jersey
  • Countermeasures in Industrial Espionage
    NYU Certificate
  • Press Photographer
    California Recognized (2003–2021)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    Inactive: California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey
  • Licensed Real Estate Broker
    Inactive: California
  • Certified Tax Professional (CTP)
    American Institute of Tax Studies (1994–1997)
  • Series 7 Registered Representative
    Relinquished (1993)
  • Health and Life Insurance Agent
    Relinquished (1993), New Jersey
  • Countermeasures in Industrial Espionage
    NYU Certificate
  • Press Photographer
    California Recognized (2003–2021)

Instructor & Safety Credentials

  • NRA Certified Instructor
    Pistol, Range Safety Officer (Current)
  • USCCA Certified Instructor
    Pistol, Range Safety Officer, Emergency First Aid, Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat (Past)
  • NRA Certified Instructor
    Pistol, Range Safety Officer (Current)
  • USCCA Certified Instructor
    Pistol, Range Safety Officer, Emergency First Aid, Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat (Past)

Media, Motorsports & Recognition

  • Contributing Author, Prentice-Hall’s Portfolio of Accounting Systems for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
    Revised Edition (Chapter: "How to Do Accounting for Gasoline Stations")
  • Contributing Writer, Backwoods Home Magazine
    Wrote numerous articles throughout the mid-1990s focused on entrepreneurship, self-reliance, and practical finance
  • Published Photographer
    Michael’s award-winning photography has been featured in multiple mainstream magazines and across dozens of websites, and was formally recognized by peer photographers in 2004
  • Motorcycle Club Road Racer
    Competed in regional road racing circuits (1980s)
  • Track Event Organizer
    Hosted and promoted track days for sportbike road racing enthusiasts through Sportbikes.com (2004–2006)
  • Sports Car Track Driver
    Raced 2015 Corvette Z06/07 and Achieved 5th place in class at Willow Springs Raceway driving a 2017 Chevy Camaro (2016–2019)
  • Featured Guest on The Flatbed Podcast

    In March 2024, Michael was the featured guest on The Flatbed Podcast, where the host introduced him with high praise:

    "One of my top five votes for most interesting man alive—from his upbringing in the neighborhood where they filmed The Sopranos, to a life of building business and being an absolute WIZARD with taxes and accounting—you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode. ESPECIALLY if you have ever had tax questions related to our sport."

    🎧 Listen here: Episode #115 – Michael DiSabatino

  • Contributing Author, Prentice-Hall’s Portfolio of Accounting Systems for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
    Revised Edition (Chapter: "How to Do Accounting for Gasoline Stations")
  • Contributing Writer, Backwoods Home Magazine
    Wrote numerous articles throughout the mid-1990s focused on entrepreneurship, self-reliance, and practical finance
  • Published Photographer
    Michael’s award-winning photography has been featured in multiple mainstream magazines and across dozens of websites, and was formally recognized by peer photographers in 2004
  • Motorcycle Club Road Racer
    Competed in regional road racing circuits (1980s)
  • Track Event Organizer
    Hosted and promoted track days for sportbike road racing enthusiasts through Sportbikes.com (2004–2006)
  • Sports Car Track Driver
    Raced 2015 Corvette Z06/07 and Achieved 5th place in class at Willow Springs Raceway driving a 2017 Chevy Camaro (2016–2019)
  • Featured Guest on The Flatbed Podcast

    In March 2024, Michael was the featured guest on The Flatbed Podcast, where the host introduced him with high praise:

    "One of my top five votes for most interesting man alive—from his upbringing in the neighborhood where they filmed The Sopranos, to a life of building business and being an absolute WIZARD with taxes and accounting—you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode. ESPECIALLY if you have ever had tax questions related to our sport."

    🎧 Listen here: Episode #115 – Michael DiSabatino

About Our Team

At Sharp CFO™, we believe that no one succeeds alone. Our founder, Michael Di Sabatino, leads the charge with his extensive experience as a CFO, CPA, and business owner, supported by a dedicated team of professionals. Together, our collective expertise includes accountants, attorneys, tax specialists, and asset protection specialists, all working to ensure the success of your business.

Our support team is integral to delivering the comprehensive, high-quality services that Sharp CFO™ is known for.

Each member of our team brings specialized knowledge and a commitment to excellence, enabling us to provide personalized financial solutions tailored to your unique needs.

Whether you are a small local business or a large corporation, our collaborative approach ensures that you receive the best advice and support at every stage of your financial journey.

Client Confidentiality

At Sharp CFO™, we understand the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of our clients' financial strategies and successes. Our clients consider us a vital asset to their businesses and trust us to handle their financial needs with the utmost discretion and professionalism. While we respect and uphold our clients' wishes to keep their identities and testimonials private, we take pride in the significant impact our services have on their business growth and stability. Our commitment to confidentiality ensures that you receive personalized, high-quality financial services that remain exclusive to your company. Partner with Sharp CFO™ and experience the strategic advantage that sets your business apart, all while knowing that your financial information and our relationship are kept strictly confidential.

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Industries Served

  • Legal
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical
  • Real Estate
  • Restaurant & Bar
  • Retail
  • Service Professionals

With our years of experience handling all types of issues across multiple industries, we will identify your needs and uncover additional resources that can help solidify existing practices and expand the use of your assets to strengthen your market position.

Book a meeting today! Let's discuss your financial goals and explore how we can keep your business on the fast track to success.

Industries Served