I build wealth in finances, family, health, happiness and a future shaped by our choices.

I am Helen Braswell Kakouris, CPA, author, financial industry expert, entrepreneur, and a proud mom of three children.

My Journey

I co-founded Tentho, a financial services firm that grew to serve hundreds of entrepreneurs nationwide. Under my leadership, Tentho became the #2 Fastest Growing Company in South Florida and earned national recognition on the Inc. 5000 list.

In 2025, Tentho was acquired by Cast, where I now serve at Head of Growth. My journey from co-founding a startup to scaling and being acquired and continuing to help entrepreneurs through Cast has deepened my believe that wealth is more than a dollar figure.

Author & Mom

Alongside my work in finance, I wrote A Dollar is Magic, a children's book that makes financial literacy imaginative and creative. It’s inspired by the lessons I teach my own kids: every dollar is a choice, and every choice has the power to grow.

The Truly Helen Mission

TrulyHelen is where I share what I've learned. From financial strategy to family priorities so others can take pieces of what works for them.