Wes Salem, CPA wsalem@cwgcpa.com

Wes Salem understands first-hand the advantages and challenges that come with owning a business. He opened his first business after graduating from college in 1990. Since then, he has run multiple businesses and assisted hundreds of clients in making their business dream a reality.

Salem began his accounting career in April 1994 with a San Diego firm. In 1999, Salem joined Cashuk, Wiseman, Goldberg, & Birnbaum, as a staff accountant. He became full partner in only 3 years.

In addition to strategic tax planning, Salem's concentration is in small business and the retail industry. Salem assisted clients in understanding every aspect of their business including their insurance, financing and accounting needs.

Salem received his Bachelors of Science in Accounting from San Diego State University in 1990. He earned his CPA certification in 2000. He has been a member of the California Society of CPAs since 2000.

Salem has been recognized for his work with various non-profit organizations. He is also an active member of his church and the Chaldean community.

He is a 15 year member of the Tae Kwon Do Federation and is a 2nd Degree Black Belt. Salem is fluent in Chaldean and Arabic.

"If you have a financial or business challenge, Salem has a solution. He has been my accountant and business advisor for over 14 years."
Sam Cholagh
Sunny's Market

"What I find unique about Salem is that he has owned several successful businesses - when he provides advice, it is from first hand experience."
Elizabeth Sanders
Financial Coach

“I have come to depend on Wes’s expertise in tax, investment and business matters. He listens to his clients, studies their situations and then presents recommendations; in my case, his recommendations have resulted very positively for my family and myself. I consider Wes an invaluable member of our support team.”
Vic Andreone
Retired Engineering Executive