Abel Soares III
Status
Active
Name
Real Name
Abel Soares III
Country
State
Aliases
Ekolu
Credentials
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Certifications
Afilliation(s)
Occupation
Sector(s)
Education
Boise State University
Brigham Young University - Hawaii
Demographic Identifiers
Male
Married
Skills and Powers
Language(s)
English
Power(s)
Creative Thinking
Efficiency
Planning
Appearances
“The direction of where the most valuable components are and where people are going to have the longevity of jobs as technology keeps advancing is in the human component—being able to provide recommendations that go beyond just what’s best on paper.”
- Abel Soares III
Biography
Abel Soares III is a dynamic professional with over 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE in the accounting field. He has always been driven by a desire to understand what truly motivates others, whether that’s his clients or the businesses he works with.
Abel’s approach is deeply rooted in HONESTY and INTEGRITY, making sure to always put the client’s best interests first. His ability to ask the right questions and gain clarity on what clients truly need has made him a trusted advisor in his community.
Abel’s philosophy is that accounting is more than just balancing books—it’s about helping people make STRATEGIC DECISIONS that improve their lives and businesses. With a master’s in taxation, he brings both technical expertise and a clear vision for what is possible in the future of business operations. His goal is to help businesses THRIVE SUSTAINABLY while making choices that consider the impact on the community, the environment, and all stakeholders involved.
Together with his wife, Dr. Sade Soares, Ph.D., Abel co-founded the Hui Malama Legacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting families and communities. Through the foundation, they provide CPA services, financial advising, coaching, therapy, and developmental programs—all designed to EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS and FAMILIES with the tools they need to thrive. One of their biggest focuses is child and family financial literacy, along with financial therapy and mental health support.
By combining professional expertise with community service, Abel and Sade are helping bridge gaps in financial literacy and well-being, creating pathways for lasting CHANGE.
When he’s not working, Abel is focused on his family as a FATHER. He also enjoys GOLFING, playing and watching SPORTS, and exploring new DINING EXPERIENCES. Abel’s passion for PERSONAL FINANCE and constant self-improvement ensures he stays at the forefront of his industry, making him a thought leader in his field.
His journey is a reminder that accounting is more than numbers—it’s about using your skills to strengthen communities and OPEN DOORS for others.
Quick Answers
1. Fast Facts
- Abel took on the role of CFO at a private school with almost no transition, walking into an accreditation meeting with just a laptop and a post-it note.
- He’s an advocate for AI in accounting but sees it as a tool to enhance human expertise, not replace it.
- Abel once had to “pull a rabbit out of a hat” during a financial accreditation meeting—to allow a school to be accredited for seven years with only one week on the job.