Michelle Handley is a seasoned CPA renowned for her expertise in providing financial leadership to companies across all growth stages. With a focus on troubleshooting finance operations and reporting functions, Michelle ensures that executives and investors maximize efficiencies. Previously serving as the Vice President of Finance at Pinewood Atlanta Studios (now Trilith Studios), she played a pivotal role in establishing Accounting & Finance functions and spearheaded the studio's growth from its inception. Leveraging her management skills, Michelle also built the Human Resources and Legal functions from the ground up.

Before her tenure in the entertainment industry, Michelle held key positions such as Financial Reporting Manager at Windsor Health Group and Tax Strategy Controller & Senior Financial Manager at SunTrust Bank (now Truist Bank). An active volunteer in her community, Michelle dedicates her time to causes such as Bloom, a foster care organization in Fayetteville, Georgia, and The Clothes Less Traveled, a local thrift store and grantee organization. Outside of her professional and philanthropic endeavors, Michelle enjoys spending quality time with her three daughters. She holds a Bachelor of Management degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Masters of Professional Accountancy from Georgia State University.