Centric Strategies, LLC is a business advisory, financial consulting and valuation services firm. With over 30 years of accounting and financial experience while working with a wide variety of small and middle market businesses, Brian has developed a comprehensive base in which to draw upon. Prior to starting Centric Strategies, LLC, he was Director of Verity Accountancy, PC for 17 years. In addition, Mr. Tanz maintains over twelve years’ experience in business and commercial banking, finance and client relations. Brian is a graduate from Oregon State University earning Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration (finance concentration) and Political Science. He is an active member of the Risk Management Association (RMA), The Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA) and the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA). Brian earned the Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) and the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) credentials. The IBA and NACVA are individual associations dedicated to supporting business valuation and finance professionals. Brian maintains a broad understanding of business operations and management in addition to acting as a trusted adviser to numerous enterprises.

Prior to joining Verity Accountancy, PC (formerly Prior + Hart, LLC CPAs) as its Director responsible for advisory services, Brian maintained over 12 years experience in commercial and corporate banking, finance and client relations. He is a graduate from Oregon State University earning Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration (finance concentration) and Political Science.

Responsibilities included development, enhancement, and administration of a portfolio of commercial client relationships including community, middle market and large corporate accounts. Additional experience includes coordination of correspondent banking activities throughout Oregon and Idaho.