Nicole is a highly trusted CPA, known for her collaborative approach, technical tax expertise, creative problem-solving, and exceptional client service. Her diverse experience spans both state and federal taxation, giving her a comprehensive understanding of a business's tax landscape. Since 2007, she has worked for regional and national public accounting firms, along with a year in industry as a Tax Director/Controller for a tech company. She was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and later moved to Eugene, Oregon, to attend the University of Oregon, where she earned a bachelor's degree in accounting. Now residing in Northern Colorado with her husband, two children, and their dog, where they enjoy spending time outdoors. She is the Founder and CEO of Taximize™️, a CPA tax advisory firm specializing in a comprehensive range of tax services designed to optimize tax strategies, maximize tax savings, and minimize tax exposure for small to medium-sized businesses throughout the United States. The firm also partners with CPA firms to deliver State and Local Tax (SALT) solutions for their clients. These services include state and local taxes, federal taxes, compliance, consulting, sales tax, nexus studies, revenue sourcing analyses, gross receipts tax, franchise/net worth taxes, and voluntary disclosure agreements (VDA). Taximize™️ works closely with businesses across diverse industries, including professional and consulting services, e-commerce, SaaS providers, technology, distribution, and CPA firms across the nation.By utilizing a collaborative and client-focused approach, Taximize™️ is committed to helping businesses maximize their tax savings while minimizing liabilities. Our technical expertise in both state and federal taxation provides us with a holistic view of each business’s tax landscape, allowing us to optimize tax planning strategies and ensure compliance. Through clear communication and an in-depth understanding of each client’s strategic business objectives, we design customized tax solutions that meet their unique needs. Our ultimate goal is to align tax strategies with the broader goals of the business, ensuring that we optimize tax strategies, maximize tax savings, and minimize tax exposure.