Michael Peck
Finance Writer and Editor
Michael Peck has written, edited, and overseen content marketing for organizations ranging from Salesforce, Morningstar, and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management to Rand McNally and TV Guide.com. He’s covered B2B tech, sales, leadership and innovation, travel, entertainment, social media, retail, and more. He’s also an author of award-winning fiction and is a graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.
Education
B.S., Communications, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
Articles by Michael Peck
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How do business grants work? From application to payout
A business grant is non-repayable money awarded for a set purpose. Awards move from eligibility to payout in six stages, with tax and reporting duties.
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Annual revenue: What it is and how to calculate it
Annual revenue is the total income a business earns from normal operations over 12 months, calculated by summing monthly revenue or multiplying units by price.
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Is per diem taxable? IRS rules for employers and employees
Per diem isn't taxable when it stays within federal rates under an IRS accountable plan, but excess or undocumented amounts are taxed as employee wages.
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When to apply for a business credit card: Signs you're ready
Apply for a business credit card once business expenses are regular. Issuers weigh your personal credit over revenue, and 7 signs show the timing is right.
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B2B cross-border payments: A complete guide
B2B cross-border payments are transactions between businesses in different countries involving multiple currencies, intermediary banks, and compliance.
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Vendor management automation: 7 workflows to automate first
Vendor management automation turns manual intake, invoicing, and approvals into rules-based workflows. Automating just 7 workflows can save numerous hours.