Traverse City-based finance and accounting firm MoneyFit has been recognized as a 2026 Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year by Michigan Celebrates Small Business.
(PRUnderground) March 11th, 2026
MoneyFit, a Traverse City-based business finance and accounting firm, has been recognized as a 2026 Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year, presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business. MoneyFit will be recognized and celebrated during an awards ceremony in East Lansing on April 22, 2026.
Michigan Celebrates Small Business offers a platform for Michigan entrepreneurs to be recognized for their ingenuity and perseverance, and overall positive impact on the state’s economy. There have been over 1,200 companies honored at MCSB over the past 20 years, including 950 second-stage companies recognized by the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch Award.
“As we honor outstanding entrepreneurs from across the state through Michigan Celebrates Small Business, we are proud to extend special recognition to MoneyFit as a Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year,” said Charity Dean, President & CEO of the Michigan Black Business Alliance and member of the Michigan Celebrates Small Business Advisory Committee. “Woman founders and owners continue to inspire us as they navigate unique challenges on their journey to success. Beth Melcher of MoneyFit exemplifies the entrepreneurial drive that fuels Michigan’s economy, and we are thrilled to celebrate their achievements.”
Companies nominated for the Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year award must be at least 51% owned and controlled by women. Women must be involved in managing the day-to-day operations and making long-term decisions for the business.
“It’s great to see so many women-owned businesses out there making their mark. I’m excited to be on stage celebrating with them. We are a force! As we continue to gain strength and to build strong networks, we will reshape the landscape of every market we touch. It feels so wonderfully powerful,” Beth Melcher, MoneyFit CEO, commented.
Awardees in this category are selected based on the following:
- Staying power, a history as an established business;
- Demonstrate stable number of employees;
- Financially stable;
- Demonstrated potential necessary for long-term business success and growth;
- Have a positive company culture where employees are valued;
- Community engagement, including contributions and volunteerism to aid community-oriented projects; and
- Voluntary efforts to support women directly or issues affecting women, including women-owned businesses within the community.
This year’s celebration begins with the Small Business Summit and VIP reception on Tuesday, April 21st, with a Capitol Day and black-tie awards gala on Wednesday, April 22nd. Additional information and ticket information can be found at https://michigancelebrates.org.
About MoneyFit
MoneyFit offers outsourced business financial services for small to medium-sized businesses. Their mission is to empower business owners by helping them understand and command the language of finance. MoneyFit leverages cloud-based accounting technology and efficient workflows that build that business/owner conversation and keep it flowing. Learn more at bemoneyfit.com.
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