KMETZ - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Partner
- Partner / a Stetson University
Graduate, Reese joined KEGA in 2012 with over 40 years of diversified public accounting and industry experience. His practice concentration includes income tax planning, compliance for small businesses, individuals and professional firms, as well as estates and trusts. Additionally, Reese provides litigation support services for attorneys practicing in the 19th Judicial Circuit and has served as a special master for Judges in the circuit. Reese has also provided services to agricultural clients including citrus packing houses, citrus growers and ranchers. His audit experience includes securities dealers licensed by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).
Reese's Professional Recognitions and Past/Present Affiliations include:
Adriana began her career in accounting as an Intern with KEGA in January of 2023 and was quickly promoted to Staff Accountant. She is attending Indian River State College and will soon graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Following her graduation, she plans to study and sit for the CPA exam.
Adriana has focused on individual tax preparation, bookkeeping services, and audits of non-profit organizations. She also assists with KEGA's Elder Care Service Program including onsite visits for bookkeeping and bill-paying assistance. In her free time, Adriana loves to spend time with friends, family, and her 2 cats.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant
- KEGA As Administrative Assistant
Amanda joined KEGA as Administrative Assistant in 2018. She brings over 20 years of experience serving CPA firm clients with accounting, tax and bookkeeping needs. As Administrative Assistant to KEGA, Amanda provides professional support to our partners, staff and clients. When Amanda isn't working, she enjoys paddle-boarding and being outdoors.
Andrew started at KEGA in January of 2023 as an intern while completing his bachelor's degree in accounting from Indian River State College. He is currently continuing his education with a master's degree in accounting at Florida Atlantic University. While at KEGA, Andrew has focused on individual and business taxation, bookkeeping services, and audits of not-for-profit entities. Outside of the office, he enjoys playing golf, exercising, and spending time with friends and family.
As a graduate of Florida International University with a Master's Degree in Accounting and an MBA, Anette has 27 years of accounting experience in private industry and not-for-profit organizations. She has been a CPA for 22 years and has held various leadership positions within the construction and healthcare industries. Anette joined our firm in 2020 and works with our audit team. When not working, Anette can be found spending time with her family, running or playing golf.
Anette's Professional Recognitions and Past/Present Affiliations include:
With over 38 years of tax and accounting experience, Berta is well-suited to assist clients with their tax concerns. Berta joined KEGA in December of 2019 through the merger of Colton Williams & Reamy, whom she had been with since 1982. Berta is responsible for preparing tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, non-profits, trusts and estates. She enjoys working with clients and helping them solve their tax issues. A Vero Beach resident since 1972, Berta enjoys golf, gardening and her grandchildren. Berta studied at Palmer College in Charleston, SC prior to moving to Florida.
Brad brings over thirty years of diversified public and private sector experience servicing a wide variety of clients. Brad has been with KEGA since 1999 and his experience includes a number of governmental and not-for-profit organizations requiring the application of the GAO's Standards, OMB Circulars, Federal Compliance Supplement and Rules of the Auditor General for the State of Florida. He has obtained a certificate of achievement in governmental accounting and auditing issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Brad received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of South Carolina.
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Brian joined the firm in 1997 and currently serves as the managing partner at KEGA where he is responsible for guiding the firms' strategic direction and has overall responsibility for management of administrative functions. Brian provides a full scope of business, individual and non-profit accounting and advisory services. He has earned the trust and respect of his clients, who confide in him and view him as a strategic partner for the success of their companies and personal financial position. Brian began his career in public accounting in 1994 after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Stetson University. He and his wife, Keri, reside in Vero Beach and have three children, Kaylie, Braden and Camden. Brian enjoys golf and racquetball in his spare time.
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Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant
- Receptionist
Dana joined KEGA in 2022 as a front desk receptionist. She brings over 20 years of career experience working in customer service. As Receptionist to KEGA, Dana provides professional support to our partners, staff and clients. Dana resides in Vero Beach with her husband Jack, and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Danielle is a graduate of the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in international affairs and a Master of International Business. Upon graduation from UF, Danielle pursued a second bachelor's degree in accounting at Indian River State College and is currently a CPA candidate. Danielle has been with KEGA since 2020 and has focused on individual tax preparation, bookkeeping services, and audits of non-profit organizations. When not working, Danielle enjoys spending time with family and friends, exercising, and traveling.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant
- Receptionist
- KEGA in 2020 As an Administrative Assistant
Donna joined KEGA in 2020 as an administrative assistant and front desk receptionist. She brings over 30 years of career experience which primarily included working as an insurance professional, still holding an active P&C Property Brokers License. Donna provides excellent support to our partners, staff and clients. Donna has two grandsons that reside in Texas, and she enjoys visiting with them when she has the chance.
50Jim graduated from the University of Florida in 1988 and has been practicing accounting on the Treasure Coast since then. The majority of his 30+ year career has been in public accounting, though Jim did serve as controller in the citrus industry for a few years. Jim's primary focus is individual, corporate and trust tax return preparation. He also serves Common Interest Realty Associations (CIRAs) and non-profits as a consultant and by performing audits and financial reviews. Jim joined KEGA in December of 2019 through the merger of Colton Williams & Reamy. Jim has been married to Bonnie for 25 years and they have three children, Jessica, Harry and Joshua.650
Jim graduated from Wake Forest University and went on to gain a Master of Science of Accounting from the University of Central Florida. In 2011, Jim joined the KEGA team with a diverse career background including golf professional, business owner, and real estate sales and management. During his time at KEGA, Jim has gained knowledge in a variety of tax and accounting areas including not-for-profit, HOA and condominium audits, reviews and compilations, as well as bookkeeping and tax work for small businesses, individuals and estates and trust. Jim has also been instrumental in keeping KEGA at the forefront of current technology.
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A graduate of Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Jeff joined the KEGA Team in 2019. Jeff's prior career experience was primarily in the private sector operating as the CFO of a medical provider in both Florida and Pennsylvania. He has also helped many small businesses grow providing Controller services. Jeff's current efforts for the KEGA team is to use his CFO experience to advise our clients with their internal processes, as well as tax work for small businesses and individuals. In his free time, Jeff runs various volleyball recreation leagues and coaches for a local high school. When not on the courts or in the office, Jeff enjoys spending time with his three grandchildren.
Linda brings over 32 years of accounting experience to her position here at KEGA. Linda joined our firm in 2019 through the merger of Colton Williams & Reamy, whom she had been with since 1994. She prepares financial statements, business and individual tax returns, payroll tax filings and maintains client accounting software. Outside of the office, Linda enjoys gardening, traveling, and fishing.
As a graduate of Florida International University with a Master of Public Health degree, Messina has over 18 years of corporate benefits and administration experience. Messina joined our team in 2019 and as firm administrator she oversees the day-to-day operations of the firm, including managing KEGA's personnel, facilities and information systems. Messina and her husband, Ken, have lived in Vero Beach for over 20 years and have two daughters, Lily & Madeline.
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Michael joined the firm in 1977 and currently serves as the senior partner at KEGA. He divides his client services amongst tax planning/compliance and personal financial consulting. His tax practice concentrates in small business, international tax, individuals and family wealth transfers, as well as estates and trusts. Michael earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from Iona College in New Rochelle, NY. In Michael's spare time, he enjoys playing golf and supporting the wonderful non-profits in our community.
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Patrick has been with KEGA since 1992. He is involved in numerous audit engagements with a concentration in governmental and not-for-profit organizations. Patrick also has an expanding corporate, partnership and personal income tax practice. In addition to working closely with his clients, he is responsible for continuing professional education coordination for all staff. Patrick received his Bachelor of Science in business administration from Montclair State College in Upper Montclair, NJ and his Master of Accounting Degree from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida.
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Patti brings 25 years of tax and accounting experience to the firm and enjoys servicing a wide variety of clients. Patti's experience includes individual, corporate, partnership, foundation, trust, gift and estate tax return preparation, as well as tax planning. Patti received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and an Associate's in Computer Programming from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois before moving to Vero Beach, Florida in 1995. When she is not working, Patti enjoys swimming, gardening, hiking & biking, and playing with her dogs.
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Job Titles:
- Fellow, Rotary International
Ralph received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in accountancy from the University of Central Florida (UCF) in August 1986. After completing several semesters of post-graduate studies, he moved to Vero Beach in October 1988 to start his professional career with another local accounting firm. Ralph then earned his Master of Science in Taxation from UCF in December 1993. He joined KEGA in November 2018 after having owned his own practice for 13 years. He and his Havanese, Cooper, are proud to be part of the KEGA team.
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Sasha is a graduate of Indian River State College, with an A.A.S. in Business Management and joined KEGA as Administrative Assistant in 2017. She brings over 10 years of career experience including accounting, human resources and customer service. As Administrative Assistant to the firm she provides professional support and elite service to our partners, staff and clients while handling our firm's billing services. Sasha resides in Vero Beach with her husband and two beautiful daughters.
Stephanie has been a licensed CPA for over 13 years and has worked in public accounting for 24 years. She joined KEGA in 2014 bringing a wide variety of experience with a focus on accounting and tax preparation for small to mid-size businesses in various industries. Stephanie received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. As part of the KEGA Team, Stephanie contributes in the areas of taxation, financial compilation and HOA and condominium audits. Stephanie, her husband, and their two children live in Melbourne Beach. They enjoy playing sports, visiting the beach and boating on the river together.