One day at a time.
He once took a five-day, 200-mile solo bike trip through the mountains, but these days Steve is rarely alone — he and his wife have ten grandchildren to keep them company — and busy!
Best piece of advice Steve ever got? Find a job you love and you'll never work a day in your life. He lives that truth by loving his work, every day, and we all benefit from it. Whether he's providing business advice or simply building relationships, Steve is a trusted resource and valued advisor.
- Professional Bio
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Steve joined GBQ in 2024 following the acquisition of Lillie & Co. and Lillie Resource Group, both of which he founded. As the driving force behind these firms, Steve has built a distinguished 30+ year career in public accounting, with a specialization in the credit union industry.
After starting his career at a Big 4 firm, he joined Condit and Associates LLC, where he honed his expertise in delivering tailored assurance and compliance services to credit unions. In 2003, Steve founded Lillie & Co., earning a strong reputation for providing top-tier services, including accounting guidance, fraud investigation, and regulatory compliance. In 2022, Steve transitioned Lillie & Co.'s compliance services into a new entity, Lillie Resource Group, further expanding the firm's support for credit unions with specialized business solutions.
Recognized for his deep expertise, Steve has provided training and speaking engagements for prestigious organizations such as the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), Washington DFI, Iowa DFI, and Ohio DFI, as well as for numerous credit union leagues. His thought leadership and technical insights have made him a sought-after speaker at both national and regional credit union events across the country.
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- Education
- The Ohio State University, B.S., Business Administration
- Professional Associations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- The Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants
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