My Story

Greetings,

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My name is Tom Powers, and I’d like to share a little about my background and how my experience supports small business owners.

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I come from humble beginnings, raised in a rural area of upstate New York in a family of seven boys. My mom worked for over 30 years as a legal secretary, and my dad was a hardworking diesel mechanic. We learned early on the value of hard work, self-reliance, and adapting to challenges. Life was simple, but those early lessons shaped the way I approach both business and service today.

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At 18, I joined the U.S. Air Force and spent six years on active duty in Accounting and Finance. I continued my military career in the Air National Guard, serving in multiple roles including Personnel Specialist, Administrative Specialist, Accounting Specialist, and Training Specialist. During that time, I was also selected to work as a Personnel Management Specialist for the federal government. I retired from both in 2002 after a 20-year career.

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After retiring, I worked as a Computer Programmer for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania before pursuing my goal of owning a business. I opened and operated a bed and breakfast in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Like many business owners, I learned through trial and error. Over time, I developed systems to streamline operations, improve marketing, and increase revenue. That experience allowed me to grow the business into one of the premier lodging destinations in the area.

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In 2011, I relocated to North Carolina and focused on working with small businesses. Through roles as an Office Manager, Operations Manager, and Bookkeeping Manager at an accounting firm, I strengthened my skills in organization, administrative support, and financial management.

During this time, I saw a common challenge. Many small business owners are highly skilled in their trade but struggle with bookkeeping, administrative tasks, and regulatory requirements. These responsibilities can become overwhelming and take time away from running and growing the business.

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That’s where I come in.

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At Powers Professional Administrative Services, I provide small business administrative services, bookkeeping support, and business organization systems designed to help you stay on track. My goal is to help you manage the details behind the scenes so you can focus on serving your clients and growing your business.

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It’s a passion of mine to share what I’ve learned through real experience and to help other business owners succeed with confidence and clarity.

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Contact me today to schedule a free consultation and take the next step toward a more organized and efficient business.