


Adam Barth is the owner of Sail n’ Sea Photography and Seabreeze Accounting Solutions, bringing a unique combination of accounting expertise and firsthand entrepreneurial experience to small business education. He began his career in public accounting as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), helping businesses navigate financial reporting, tax preparation, and regulatory compliance.
Adam understands the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face every day. Through Seabreeze Accounting Solutions, he helps business owners build strong financial foundations with practical bookkeeping, financial management, and business education. With a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, an MBA, and experience working with small businesses across a variety of industries, he combines technical knowledge with real-world business insight to help owners make confident, informed decisions.
Adam's teaching style translates accounting concepts into practical, actionable strategies that business owners can implement immediately to stay organized, simplify tax time, and make better financial decisions for their businesses.
Outside of accounting, Adam is a Certified Professional Photographer, specializing in family and children’s portraits. He enjoys exploring the outdoors and spending time with his family. Adam and his wife, Alysia, live in eastern North Carolina with their three young sons, who keep life full of adventure and provide a daily reminder of why building strong families and thriving small businesses matters.
The financial, tax, and organizational fundamentals every entrepreneur should know.
Starting and running a successful business requires more than a great product or service—it requires a strong financial foundation. Beyond Bean-Counting: Business Essentials for Small Business Owners is a practical 45-minute workshop designed for entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey, from those just getting started to seasoned business owners looking to strengthen their operations.
This workshop covers the essential financial and organizational practices every small business should have in place, including choosing the appropriate business structure, separating personal and business finances, establishing effective bookkeeping habits, understanding North Carolina sales tax requirements, maintaining accurate records, and preparing for tax season throughout the year. Participants will also learn common mistakes to avoid, practical tips for staying organized, and strategies for building systems that support long-term business success.
Designed with minimal accounting jargon and a focus on real-world application, this workshop equips business owners from any industry with practical tools, actionable best practices, and greater confidence in managing the business side of their enterprise.
At only $295 ($195 for PPNC members not attending CPE $95 add on for members attending CPE) Passion to Profit is sure to pay for itself in no time. Imagine if you were able to book just a few more appointments a year or increase your average sale by a few hundred dollars, how long would it take to make good on this investment? If you think you can't afford "Passion to Profit" A One Day Business Workshop for Creatives this year, you can't afford NOT to go to attend Passion to Profit!
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