(Isstories Editorial):- Beverly Hills, California Nov 9, 2025 (Issuewire.com) – In an age when success is often measured by speed, visibility, or social media clout, veteran CPA and business advisor Armik Aghakhani is calling for a return to something deeper: trust, consistency, and community service.
With over 25 years of experience advising high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, and global families, Aghakhani has built a reputation not just for technical skill–but for character.
“You don’t need to be the loudest in the room,” he says. “If you do the right thing long enough, the right people will find you.”
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Now, Aghakhani is using his platform to encourage professionals–especially in accounting, finance, and law–to rethink what success really means. He’s urging peers to invest in relationships, mentor the next generation, and give back to causes that matter.
A Personal Mission, A Public Message
Much of Aghakhani’s advocacy stems from personal commitment. He offers free financial support to law enforcement, funds youth education programs, and runs a foundation focused on autism awareness and care.
“Success doesn’t mean much if you don’t use it to lift others,” Aghakhani explains. “We all have something to give–time, skills, attention. Waiting until you have ‘enough’ is just an excuse.”
According to the Giving USA Foundation, charitable giving by individuals dropped 6.4% in 2022–one of the largest declines in decades. But the need hasn’t gone away. In the U.S., nearly 1 in 36 children is diagnosed with autism, and public services often fall short. Nonprofits supporting children, education, and mental health rely on private donors and volunteers to fill those gaps.
Aghakhani believes the professional class–especially those in client-service roles–can step up.
“We’re problem-solvers by training. That doesn’t stop at the office. Whether it’s mentoring a junior employee or sitting on a school board, every act of service matters.”
Why This Matters Now
In today’s fast-paced, performance-driven economy, burnout and distrust are rising. A Deloitte study found that 63% of professionals report high levels of stress, while Gallup reports that only 21% of employees strongly trust their company’s leadership.
Aghakhani sees a connection.
“People are craving stability, not just performance. They want to feel safe, respected, and heard. That’s how you build long-term success–not just for a firm, but for a community.”
His message isn’t about grand gestures. It’s about small, repeatable actions.
- Mentor someone.
- Donate time or funds to a cause you care about.
- Set an example through how you lead, not just what you achieve.
“Integrity is non-negotiable,” he says. “In our field, if people can’t trust you, it doesn’t matter how smart you are.”
Call to Action: What You Can Do
Aghakhani invites fellow professionals to do three things:
- Reflect: Ask yourself if your daily actions align with your values.
- Act: Support a local cause, mentor a young person, or offer your skills where they’re needed.
- Repeat: Make service a regular habit, not a one-off event.
“There’s no perfect time,” he says. “But there is always a right time. And that time is now.”
About Armik Aghakhani
Armik Aghakhani is a CPA, MST, CBM, and Managing partner of Chartered International LLP based in Beverly Hills. He is the
