As one of the firm's owners, she manages the tax department and is Vice President of Marketing. She has extensive business and tax experience in numerous fields including non-profits, manufacturing, retail, construction, service organization and academic teaching. In her role with the firm, she works with individuals, businesses and non-profits to help them understand the tax law and take full advantage of tax deductions and credits. As a former college professor, Ann enjoys speaking to groups to educate others on tax law and strategies. She is a graduate of Averett University located in Danville, VA and attended the Radford University College of Business and Economics in Radford, VA. She currently lives in Matthews, NC with her husband, children and a 95 pound Golden Retriever.