Nicole is known as a trusted CPA, recognized by clients and peers for her transformational leadership, technical prowess, outside of the box thinking and first class professional client service. She currently serves as the leader of Aprio’s state and local Income tax consulting & compliance services team, where she works closely with businesses within several industries, e.g., manufacturing, distribution, international, technology, start-ups and entrepreneurs. Her unique background includes both federal and state taxation, which combine to create a holistic understanding of a business' overall tax environment. Her natural communication skills allow her to drill down to the important details of her clients business giving her the ability to make sure their strategic business decisions align with their overall tax strategy.