Ahmed Mohidin
Founder & Principal Advisor
Ahmed Mohidin, MSc, PMP, is the founder and principal advisor of Sigma Consulting and Training, specializing in personalized technical assistance to small businesses in Minnesota. An economic and workforce development professional, he currently serves as a Federal and State Program Manager at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
He consults for the Minnesota SBDC, Initiative Foundation, Elevate Hennepin, and the City of Bloomington, with expertise in business formation, minority certifications, government contracting, and financial management. He holds a Master of Science in Applied Economics from St. Cloud State University.
Tamara Dahlvang
Business Advisor
Tamara Dahlvang, CPA, is an experienced accountant with expertise across financial management, nonprofit leadership, and business technology. A Certified QuickBooks Pro-Advisor, she delivers strategic financial guidance to entrepreneurs and community leaders, with a focus on tax planning, forecasting, and business plan development.
Prior to joining Sigma, Tamara served as a Business Consultant at WomenVenture, providing accountancy setup and QuickBooks training to entrepreneurs. She holds a Master of Divinity from Luther Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Northwestern University.
Beirut Abafogi
Professional Business Advisor
Beirut is a Professional Business Advisor at Sigma Consulting and Training, bringing expertise in advocacy, political leadership, and legal studies. With a Master's degree from Metropolitan State University and a background in law from Addis Ababa University, her expertise spans public policy, community engagement, and social impact.
She also leads Aspire Impact Consulting LLC, driving initiatives for inclusive representation and economic empowerment. Beirut's leadership and dedication to service have made her a key player in both the public and private sectors.
Ali Shah Lalani
Accountant & Tax Advisor
Ali Shah is an experienced Accountant and Tax Advisor at Sigma Consulting & Training, supporting small and medium-sized businesses with practical, reliable financial guidance. He works closely with entrepreneurs to ensure their financial records are accurate, compliant, and structured to support growth.
With a strong understanding of accounting principles and U.S. tax regulations, Ali Shah helps clients navigate everything from day-to-day bookkeeping to tax planning and filings. His approach is detail-oriented and proactive, ensuring clients are well-positioned to make informed business decisions.
Shehzad Ali
Accountant & Tax Strategist
Shehzad is an Accountant and Tax Strategist at Sigma Consulting & Training, with specialized expertise in tax planning, compliance, and optimization for small and growing businesses. With a deep understanding of tax code complexity, he works to ensure businesses maximize tax efficiency while maintaining full compliance.
His approach combines technical expertise with a practical business mindset, allowing clients to make confident, well-informed decisions. Whether navigating first-year obligations, planning for a business transition, or optimizing an existing tax strategy, Shehzad delivers clarity at every step.
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