John W. Stafford

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CPA, CGMA | Tax Manager

"I geek out when I get to work with clients on complex situations and provide solutions that make the clients happy." - John W. Stafford

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A tax professional with 25 years of accounting experience, John is responsible for managing client relationships, from their initial onboarding through all the ongoing services provided. His focus is primarily on manufacturing firms, professional service companies and nonprofit organizations.

John’s work has covered both public accounting and the private sector, including time as a controller/CFO in the manufacturing industry. This gives him unique insight as to the inner workings of the businesses and organizations he serves. An active volunteer outside the office, he serves on the Board of Governors for Leadership Tallahassee and is on the Board of Directors (and Audit Committee Chair) for Second Harvest of the Big Bend, Inc.

Industry Expertise

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, University of West Florida

Fun Facts

John is an avid poker player and has played in tournaments on the World Poker Tour and in the World Series of Poker.

He is also a wine enthusiast/connoisseur.

In his free time, John loves to travel with friends and family.