Tommy Daugherty, CPA CMA, Owner
Tommy is a 1983 graduate of the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and has forty years of experience in accounting, tax, and administration. He began work shortly after graduation in a regional company, and during the next seventeen years, worked in jobs for larger companies with increasing levels of responsibility. In all positions, he made substantial improvements to business operations and setup controls, with checks and balances that improved the efficiency of the company.
Since its inception, Tommy’s CPA practice has enjoyed steady growth and success working with a diverse client base. Clients have ranged from local professional contractors, to one of the largest scientific instruments companies in the world. He has assisted with the sale of very large companies, both private and public.
Tommy’s approach is that of a business advocate: a client’s business should be treated as an investment, with the goal of maximizing the return on the investment. Tommy encourages clients to utilize strategies that increase the value of the company in the long term.
Becky Braden, Business Manager
Becky has over twenty years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing, and personal income tax preparation. She is astute at working with clients to assess their business needs and works closely with Tommy to ensure we provide the best solution possible to meet a client’s needs, and the solution is clearly communicated to them. Becky manages all areas of the CPA practice and is a tremendous resource to clients, and always takes a proactive approach to identifying the best solution.
Lisa Daniels, 1040 Tax Specialist
Lisa has over ten years of experience preparing federal tax returns for individuals. Her attention to detail ensures that returns are filed accurately, resulting in the best return possible for our clients.
Stephanie Steinke, 1040 Tax and Bookkeeping Associate
Stephanie graduated in 2016 from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and has ten years of experience in customer service. She provides payroll and bookkeeping support to our clients.
Suzie Daugherty, Associate
A 1983 graduate of the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Suzie has been married to Tommy since March of 1984. She is proficient in the use of QuickBooks software and has extensive experience providing bookkeeping support to various Knoxville area.
