Salo,LLC Open for Business

New professional services firm opens in Minneapolis offers accounting, financial and professional contracting services for Minnesota's business community.

(Minneapolis, Minn.) — Salo, LLC; founded by John Folkestad and Amy Langer; offers cost effective solutions for companies seeking the specialized knowledge of experienced professionals in accounting and finance– all on an as-needed basis.

The unique name, Salo, (pronounced Say-Low) refers to an ancient trading center, a hub of activity where people met to network and conduct commerce. Today Salo, LLC is a network of highly talented and energetic professionals who are ready to step in and manage critical projects and cover vital positions.

According to John, The concept is simple: Salo allows clients to access the experienced talent they need without incurring the expense of a permanent employee." Amy goes on to say, Salo works hand-in-hand with clients to develop the most cost effective solution to a current business challenge. Then the Salo team works with the client to implement every detail of the plan and clients benefit from tangible results."

Presently, Salo focuses on three areas of expertise: governance, project management, and interim staffing.
·   Salo governance professionals provide clients with everything from a complete governance program to the simple reconciling of a few accounts.
·   As project managers, the Salo professionals spearhead critical projects or backfill traditional roles, freeing client staff to lead ongoing company initiatives.
·   Salo gives clients the advantage of continuity by filling interim staffing needs in a seamless manner.

Both Amy and John have been friends and colleges for 7 years. They share extensive financial and human resources experience and both John and Amy are CPAs.

John began his career at Deloitte and Touche, LLP. Next, he managed various accounting and financial divisions for a large international recruiting firm. Most recently, he was a corporate recruiter for Harmon AutoGlass. John holds a BS from St. Cloud State University and lives with his wife and three children inEdina.

Amy started out at KPMG, LLP as an auditor. Later she joined an international recruiting firm where most recently she served in a national business development role. She holds a BS from Michigan State University and lives with her husband in Minneapolis.

For more information on Salo or to interview the company founders, contact Julie Swenson, 952-921-7287.