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Shaneequa Parker, Esq., MPA, MSW, CDP/CDE

Vice President of Compliance and Legal Affairs

Shaneequa Parker is a licensed attorney and compliance professional with more than 15 years of experience in the social service and nonprofit sectors. She currently serves as Vice President of Compliance and Legal Affairs for a New York City-based nonprofit organization, where she oversees compliance operations and professional development programs.

Her work sits at the intersection of legal oversight and people-centered leadership — she's built her career around helping organizations stay in good standing while creating the kind of professional networks that help people grow. She also brings professional cosmetology experience, which gives her a grounded perspective on what it means to run a small business.

Areas of expertise

Shaneequa writes about nonprofit formation, business compliance, and professional development. Her background in law, public administration, and social work gives her a practical lens on the legal and operational challenges entrepreneurs and nonprofit founders face when building and running their organizations.

Her subject areas include nonprofit compliance requirements, diversity and inclusion in professional settings, and the legal frameworks that govern social service organizations. She brings firsthand experience managing compliance programs — not just theoretical knowledge of the rules.

Recent Articles by Shaneequa Parker, Esq., Mpa, Msw, Cdp/Cde

11 Ways to Keep Your Startup on the Right Side of the Law

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New Tax Credits & Deductions Entrepreneurs Should Leverage

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Common Mistakes When Starting an LLC

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Can I Legally Hire Interns or Volunteers at a Startup?

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Why Compliance Should Come Before Cash Flow

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Crucial Questions to Ask When Starting a Business

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How to Build a Successful Business as a Solo Founder

6 min read

What Every Business Should Know About Paying Contractors

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Fastest-Growing Industries to Watch in 2025

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The Complete Guide to Pass-Through Taxation for Small Business Owners in 2024

6 min read

The Legal and Tax Benefits of an LLC

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The Legal and Tax Implications of Hiring Remote Workers

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