Meet Dr. Lilly Mbinglo, CPA: Educator, Tax Strategist, and Founder of THE ARK NPS

Some professionals focus on numbers. Others focus on people.
Dr. Lilly Mbinglo, CPA focuses on both.

Her work sits at the intersection of education, financial strategy, and purpose-driven leadership. As an educator, business advisor, nonprofit strategist, and author, Dr. Lilly has built a career centered on one guiding principle: empowered people make better decisions when they understand their finances.

An Educator at the Core

Dr. Lilly is an MBA professor, but teaching for her extends far beyond the classroom.

Her approach to education emphasizes clarity over complexity. She is known for breaking down financial concepts, taxes, accounting, compliance, and planning, into practical knowledge that students, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit leaders can apply immediately.

This educational mindset shapes every aspect of her work. Whether she is teaching future business leaders or advising a nonprofit board, her goal remains the same: to ensure decisions are made with understanding, not assumption.

Books

Creating a Successful Business Partnership for Married Couples

A CPA with Real-World Perspective

As a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Dr. Lilly brings both technical expertise and lived experience to her advisory work.

Through her firm, THE ARK NPS, she has worked closely with:

  • Individuals navigating complex tax situations

  • Small business owners building sustainable operations

  • Nonprofit organizations seeking financial accountability and compliance

Her advisory style prioritizes accuracy, structure, and long-term thinking. She emphasizes proper bookkeeping, informed tax planning, and compliance as non-negotiable foundations, not optional steps.

Dr. Lilly is especially recognized for her work with nonprofits, where transparency, governance, and stewardship are critical.

Leadership Through THE ARK NPS

As the founder of THE ARK NPS, Dr. Lilly leads a firm built on integrity, education, and service.

The firm provides:

  • Tax preparation and tax planning services

  • Bookkeeping and accounting support

  • Business and nonprofit advisory services

  • Nonprofit audit and assurance services

Every service reflects Dr. Lilly’s belief that strong financial structures protect families, businesses, and communities over time.

“Financial clarity empowers people to make decisions that protect not only today, but the future they are building.”

Advocacy Beyond the Office

Dr. Lilly’s commitment to financial literacy extends into public education and advocacy.

As an author and TEDx speaker, she uses her platform to address topics such as entrepreneurship, money management, resilience, and intentional living. Her books and speaking engagements are designed to educate, challenge assumptions, and encourage thoughtful decision-making across different stages of life and business.

She consistently reinforces the idea that financial literacy is not reserved for experts, it is a life skill that should be accessible to all.

Dr. Lilly Mbinglo’s work continues to bridge education, advisory, and advocacy. Through teaching, writing, speaking, and client service, she remains committed to equipping people with the knowledge they need to build responsibly, lead confidently, and plan wisely.

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