Profiles
Emily Rowe
Emily is an advocate for small business. Since she was young, she studied successful local and national businesses and their owners. Throughout college she was a partner in a construction business in addition to working a full time job, and completed her Bachelors of Business Administration Degree in Accountancy from Western Michigan University in the spring of 2001. Graduating Cum Laude, Emily pressed forward with her commitment to small business, working along side local Certified Public Accountancy firms.
In 2004, Emily started Prospectus Business Systems, LLC, in March of 2008 the Business Legacy Institute, and launched The Business Legacy Institute blog site in August of 2009. Her most valuable business relationships have been those created by working with other service providers to solve management problems for common clients. Emily perpetually educates herself of the services of local vendors in order to best serve her clients, and believes in Proverbs 11:14, "there is wisdom in a multitude of counselors." She feels fortunate to work with a knowledgeable staff experienced in small business ownership.
Emily is married to Derek Rowe and is the mother of three children. In her community, Emily has initiated local activities to encourage local business and merchant support of downtown Plainwell, and is a presenter for the local library. Emily is an active member of her church, and a supporter of many local charities and non-profit companies. She is also a member of the National Association of Women in Construction.
"I respect the professionals that I have been blessed to work alongside, and value their continued contribution to the small business. I am compelled to be steadfast in my commitment to entrepreneurship and the spirit of free enterprise." - Emily Rowe
Kathie Hill
Joining Prospectus in January 2006, Kathie, a KVCC graduate, brought more than 30 years of experience in business management, quality control and computer systems maintenance to our organization. Often she will be the first person you speak with when you contact our company. A Richland resident, Kathie enjoys time with her family including husband Jon and their free-spirited Labrador Retriever Rex. Her special interests include cycling, hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing and gardening.
Amy Thomas
Amy has worked in the field of public accounting since earning her Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Otterbein College in the spring of 1992. Amy was granted the certificate of Certified Public Accountant in March 1995. Throughout the years, Amy has had the opportunity to work alongside a number of small businesses in varying industries to establish a wide tax and accounting knowledge base unique to small businesses.
Amy is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants. She is also an active member of her church, serves as a school board member and supports many local charities. In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time with her husband, Christopher, and their three children.
Katie Maxwell
Katie joined the Prospectus team in 2009. Although she received her degree in Art History and Graphic Design, her work experience after college has provided insight to the worlds of small business and not-for-profit enterprises, with a focus on administrative organization. Katie spends her free time designing handmade jewelry and sampling local restaurants with her husband Rob.
Linda Stevenson
Linda joined Prospectus in 2009. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Western Michigan University in 1995. She has been a licensed CPA since 2002 and is a member of the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants. Linda volunteers in various school and church events. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband Scott and their three daughters.
Judy Tisch
Joining Prospectus in November 2008, Judy has over 30 years of experience in business. She has a BA in Economics and a MA in Counseling and Personnel Services. Judy is a proud grandmother of five grandchildren and a fitness enthusiast, working out daily at the Borgess Health and Fitness Center.
Lori Willover
Lori joined Prospectus in November of 2007. She gained accounting and business knowledge prior to, and throughout her 31 years of service with Pfizer. Lori enjoys partial retirement by spending time with her grandchildren and traveling with her retired husband.
