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Chip Schweiger, CPA, CGMA
Founder
Straight Talk. Western Values. Big-Firm Smarts for Small Business.
I’m Chip Schweiger, founder of Estacado Advisors and I’m not your typical accountant. With boots on the ground in Fort Worth and a 30-year career riding herd at some of America’s top public accounting firms, I bring the grit, honesty, and work ethic of the American West to every client partnership.
Why do clients call me The Cowboy Accountant?
Because I believe in doing business the cowboy way: direct, trustworthy, and always ready to go the extra mile. My mission is simple: help small and midsize businesses across the Western US become more profitable, efficient, and resilient, using the same strategies that fuel the big guys.
What Sets Me Apart
Big-Firm Experience, Small-Town Service: I leverage decades of experience from the largest accounting firms, but deliver it with the personal touch you only get from a local partner.
Outsourced CFO & Strategic Advisory: From cash flow wrangling to growth planning, I provide hands-on CFO services and actionable financial advice, so you can focus on what you do best.
Bookkeeping & Tax Strategy: Whether you need bookkeeping that just works or tax strategies to keep more in your pocket, I cut through the jargon and deliver real results.
Western Work Ethic: My clients know I value honesty, transparency, and relationships built to last.
Who I Help
I work with business owners, founders, and entrepreneurs in:
If you’re looking for CFO-level advisor who understands the unique challenges of the Western business landscape, and who isn’t afraid to tell it like it is, you’re in the right place.
My Story
After nearly three decades in big-city boardrooms and billion-dollar deals, I traded in the corporate saddle for the freedom to work directly with business owners who share my values. Estacado Advisors was born out of a passion for the American West, a love for helping entrepreneurs, and a belief that accounting should be clear, straightforward, and genuinely helpful.
Why Work With The Cowboy Accountant?
Trusted by Western Businesses: From the West Coast to just west of the Mississippi, my clients stick around—most for 5+ years. That’s not luck. It’s loyalty built on results.
No-Nonsense Service Agreements: Month-to-month contracts. No surprises. Just honest work and clear deliverables.
Modern Tools, Old-School Integrity: I use the best in cloud accounting and automation, but never cut corners on personal service.
Ready to ride with The Cowboy Accountant?
Book a complimentary consultation and let’s talk about your business goals.
Psst, If you’re looking for something fun, check out
my personal blog about the American West
