Experience

With over 15 years in public accounting, Kyle offers top-tier assurance services to a wide array of industries, spanning service, distribution, manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and employee benefit plans. His expertise extends beyond standard audits, encompassing reviews, compilations, EBP audits, agreed-upon procedures, and due diligence. Kyle’s adept leadership ensures alignment with professional standards, regulations, and consistently surpasses client expectations across diverse sectors.

 

Professional + Community Involvement

Kyle is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA).

 

Hobbies + Interests

Kyle enjoys playing with his kids, time with his wife and working on his classic car.

Experience:

Mary joined the SKR+CO Team with nearly 20 years of progressive accounting experience. She has worked with a wide range of industries including not-for-profit organizations, technology companies, construction businesses, and energy corporations.

In addition to being a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Mary has her Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Mary is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) . Devoted to serving the children of Colorado, Mary has been a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) since 2017. In her free time, she also volunteers with the children’s program at her church, New Life Church.

Hobbies + Interests:

Mary enjoys the Colorado sunshine, travelling and a good book.

 

 

Experience:

Andrea has been in public accounting since 1992 and has spent over two decades working in progressive administrative roles at numerous accounting firms. Her experience includes developing and updating firm policies, recruiting and hiring personnel, overseeing various firm committees and coordinating workflows to maximize productivity.

Andrea has her Public Accounting Firm Management (PAFM) designation.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Andrea is a member of the Certified Public Accounting Firm Management Association (CPAFMA). In her free time, Andrea also volunteers with a group that provides Bible education.

Hobbies + Interests:

Andrea enjoys traveling, skiing, photography and hiking with her husband and dogs.

Experience

Lewis began his public accounting career at Stockman Kast Ryan + Company in 2015. He specializes in audits and has experience working with industries such as construction, nonprofit organizations, employee benefits, small businesses, governmental entities + more.

Professional + Community Involvement

Lewis is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) +  the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA) He also serves as the board treasurer for Family Promise of Colorado Springs.

Hobbies + Interests

Lewis enjoys traveling, spending time with his family + cooking.

Experience:

Jared started his career in public accounting at Stockman Kast Ryan + Company in 2016. Before stepping into the role of Tax Operations Manager in 2022, Jared provided tax consultation to a number of industries such as real estate, financial institutions, corporations, partnerships, small businesses and more.

Prior to public accounting, Jared worked as a marketer and training manager within the food service industry. In this role he was responsible for maintaining training programs, franchise standards and assisting the management team with growing the presence of new or underperforming locations.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Jared is a member of the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA).

Hobbies + Interests:

Jared enjoys hiking, basketball + comedy shows.

Experience:

Chris holds himself to the highest standard with hard work, intelligence, trust and putting himself in his client’s shoes. He spent 15+ years of his career working in restaurants learning the meaning of hard work, team work, time management, communication.

Since beginning his public accounting career in 2006, Chris continues to apply these vital skills that have contributed to the success that he has achieved during his career as a Certified Public Accountant. He currently works with small businesses by implementing strategic plans to create efficiencies, manage cash flow and ultimately increase the value and sustainability of their companies. He also provides consultation services to clients in a variety of tax areas including Federal income taxes, state income tax planning and entity restructuring in order to minimize tax liabilities.

Chris also holds an Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) certification. Issued by the Mortgage Bankers Association of America, this certification signifies the achievements of individuals in the real estate finance industry for their pursuit of educational excellence, high ethical standards and commitment to professionalism.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Chris is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA),  the Colorado Restaurant Association, the Colorado Association of Business Intermediaries, the Alternative Business Networking Group  and the Colorado Professional’s Network (COPROs).

Hobbies + Interests:

Chris enjoys hiking in the Colorado Mountains, playing soccer and golf, as well as dining out and traveling with his family.

Experience

Grant started as a SKR+CO intern in January of 2017 before becoming a full-time employee in May of 2017. Grant has experience in a variety of industries including real estate, multi-state corporations + small businesses. Grant has worked with smaller clients that require more hands on business advisory as well as larger clients that have complex tax structures and transactions.

Professional + Community Involvement

Grant volunteers with University of Colorado Colorado Springs and their College of Business by talking to current classes and meeting with an alumni group. He is also a member of the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA) + the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA).

Grant is a graduate of Leadership Pikes Peak’s “Leadership Now!” class of 2022 and was honored as a Rising Star in 2023.

Grant formerly served as the treasurer on the Board of Directors for CONO, Building Neighborhood Networks.

Hobbies + Interests

Grant enjoys playing basketball, spending time with his family, snowboarding + exploring Colorado.

Experience:

Before joining Stockman Kast Ryan + Company, Rebecca began her career in public accounting in 1990 with Deloitte and Touche. From 1993 – 2005, Rebecca served many businesses as an Accounting Manager, Finance Director, Staff Accountant and Business Manager. After obtaining both her law and Master of Laws in Taxation degree, Rebecca served as an attorney for a few small firms in El Paso County. She practiced law for 12 years specializing in tax controversies, business + estate planning and probate + trust administration.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Rebecca is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA). She is a former board member of the Estate Planning Council of Colorado Springs.

Hobbies + Interests:

Rebecca enjoys the outdoors, traveling + spending time with her family + friends.

Experience:

Courtney began her public accounting career when she joined the SKR+CO team in 2017. Her specialties include working on nonprofit, healthcare and governmental audits. She also has experience advising clients on various economic and regulatory risks within their industry, resolving complex accounting issues and preparing 990 forms for nonprofit organizations. Prior to accounting, Courtney worked as a Payroll Processor.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Courtney is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA). Courtney attends community service opportunities throughout the Colorado Springs area and regularly donates to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, the Colorado State Fire Fighters Association and to her alma mater,  Adams State University.

Hobbies + Interests:

Courtney enjoys game nights, Colorado’s breweries and distilleries, concerts + watching horror movies.

Experience:

Eric began his career in public accounting in 2012 before joining Stockman Kast Ryan + Company. He earned his CPA license in 2015 and specializes in estate, gift and trust taxation. Eric has received his CTFA designation.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Eric is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA). He is an honors graduate of the Cannon Financial Institute Trust School.

Hobbies + Interests:

Eric enjoys snowboarding in Colorado’s beautiful mountains, concerts, biking, hiking, + movies.