Jim Buttonow, CPA, CITP, has been a leader in helping taxpayers and tax professionals resolve

tax problems with the IRS.

For 19 years, Jim worked at the IRS in various compliance enforcement positions. Since 2006, Jim has been in private practice and tax and accounting software development. Jim consulting practice focuses on the areas of tax controversy and tax administration. Jim led product development and marketing for a successful software company that developed tax problem software for tax professionals and has developed and implemented post-filing tax services to large tax providers, such as H&R Block and Jackson Hewitt.  This software is currently being used by tens of thousands of tax professionals and businesses in the United States.

Jim has been an IRS partner in improving IRS operations and post-filing service to taxpayers. Jim served as chairperson of the IRS Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) in 2015 and 2016 during which ETAAC played a central role in promoting the IRS digital strategy to develop transformative technology solutions to systemic challenges in tax administration. Jim also served as the North Carolina representative on the IRS’ Taxpayer Advocacy Panel (TAP) from 2020-2022. Jim also serves as the IRS Representation expert for the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP).

Jim regularly speaks on areas of tax administration and problem solving to national associations and has testified before Congress in areas of tax administration. He has also published many articles in industry publications. In his articles, Jim focuses on delivering practical insights, advocating for IRS transparency and efficiency, and proposing innovative large-scale solutions for taxpayers and tax professionals.

Jim currently authors the Tax Problems and Solutions Handbook, a publication aimed at helping tax pros work more effectively in post-filing matters and resolving their clients’ most common tax problems. The book can be found online at TaxProblemsHandbook.com. Jim also co-authors the “IRS Collection Solutions Handbook” to help tax pros with the growing number of taxpayers who owe back taxes to the IRS. Jim can be reached at Jim@buttonowcpa.com or at his website at buttonowcpa.com.

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John T. Mulcahy is a member of the Nixon Peabody’s Litigation Department and Government Investigations & White Collar Defense practice group. John is a trial lawyer and has more than 15 years of experience as a federal and state prosecutor in high-stakes matters involving tax, healthcare, public corruption, money laundering, extortion, obstruction of justice, and bribery. He has tried more than 40 civil and criminal cases in federal and state courts. In addition, before becoming a prosecutor, John was in private practice at major international and regional law firms.

John began his tax career in 1987 and passed the IRS Special Enrollment Exam in 1995. A National Tax Practice Institute fellow and SUNY Oswego graduate, he specializes in taxation for non-resident aliens, U.S. citizens living abroad, S corps, legal marijuana businesses, and cryptocurrency.

John is passionate about giving back to the profession. Every year on Giving Tuesday, Tax Practice Pro offers a free ethics webinar, and its weekly Tax Update webinars keep tax professionals informed on the latest developments. These programs combine practical guidance, strategies, and insights to help practitioners work smarter, faster, and with confidence.

Whether you’re just starting your career or expanding an established practice, Tax Practice Pro and John Sheeley, EA provide the education, coaching, and community support tax professionals need to succeed.

Justin Botillier is the CEO of Calyx CPA LLC in Southern Oregon. With twenty years of experience, he has committed his career to supporting small business owners. Even before cannabis was legalized for recreational use, Justin was a leading advocate for the cannabis industry within the accounting profession. In 2016, he sold his general accounting practice to concentrate solely on the cannabis sector. Justin specializes in business advisory services and strategies to mitigate the tax impacts of Section 280E on cannabis-related businesses nation-wide.

Kathryn is the principal tax professional at Macanta Corporation, a family-owned tax and consulting practice in Brooklyn, NY. She serves over 1,015 individual clients, 86 businesses, and numerous non-profits. Kathryn has also served two three-year terms on the National Board of Directors of NATP and frequently teaches for various tax organizations and associations. Her expertise has been featured in multiple tax publications, reflecting her commitment to advancing the profession and sharing knowledge with fellow tax professionals.

Kathryn Morgan has 26 years in Law Enforcement (13 in the Air Force and 13 at the Bossier City PD), 20 years doing income taxes professionally. Freelance writing of technical manuals and articles. Teaching all levels of basic tax preparation and upper level continuing education classes in the income tax profession. Representation of clients at all levels of audit from the IRS, all states and in front of the United States Tax Court. My goals now are to spend many years being my 4 grandchildren's MeeMaw, taking the absolute best care of my clients as possible, and continually learning new things.

KEVIN C. HUSTON, EA, USTCP, MBA, ChFC, CLU is the president of Blue Ridge Tax Advisors, Inc., a tax, representation, and wealth-management firm in Asheville, NC. Kevin received his BS degree in Business Management from Oakland University in Rochester Michigan, and his MBA in International Business from Georgia State University in Atlanta. In addition, Kevin holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), and the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designations from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Kevin is an enrolled agent with 30 years’ experience preparing tax returns, a Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute (NTPI) and was admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court in 2013. A nationally known tax instructor over the past 25 years, he has instructed at NATP and NAEA’s National Conferences, NTPI, Drake Software tax update schools, California Society of Enrolled Agents Super Seminars, and numerous other state tax associations. He has authored several tax and financial articles for professional journals. In 2017, Kevin was awarded the NAEA Excellence in Education Award.      

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Knox is an Enrolled Agent. He earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service passing a three-part comprehensive IRS test covering individual and business tax returns. Enrolled agent status is the highest credential the IRS awards .Knox is considered one of America's Tax Experts having taught practitioners all over the country. Knox’s areas of expertise include the taxation of clergy, cryptocurrency, cannabis, foreign earned income, estates (especially on the 1041 fiduciary return), S corporations, and trusts. His practice also includes tax resolution and he is a Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute. In addition to his own practice, Knox most recently served as the Chief Tax Officer for Happy Tax (a national tax franchisor). He is also the Tax Director for cryptotaxprep.com, cryptotaxacademy.com, and cannabistaxacademy.com.

Working Group Membership: Legislative Implementation Working Group (CERCA, IRS, Department of Treasury)Digital Working Group (CERCA, IRS, Department of Treasury)Tax Working Group (Accounting Blockchain Coalition)

Krish Perinkulam (PK) is the President of North Phoenix Tax Relief based in Phoenix, Arizona. He has a Master of Science degree in Taxation from Golden Gate University, and an MBA with a specialization in Finance. He is an Enrolled Agent, an NTPI Fellow®, a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist, and a Certifying Acceptance Agent for ITINs.

He is also a USTCP - United States Tax Court Practitioner, admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court as a Non-Attorney.

His current practice includes Tax Controversy, Audit representation, Tax resolution, Non-Filers, and Income Tax preparation for ex-pats and visa holders.  .

Beyond his practice, PK actively contributes to the EA profession. He is the President of the Arizona Society of Enrolled Agents, serves on the NAEA Education committee, specifically the NTPI Representation committee, and is a member of the EA Journal Editorial Board. He is also a member of the American Bar Association and active with the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). He is also an active speaker, presenting for organizations including AZSEA, NYSSEA, and other professional associations.

Larry has been a tax professional since 1986 with a tax planning, preparation, and representation practice in Redwood Shores, CA. Larry enjoys speaking about tax to tax and financial planning professionals. Larry received his BS in Business Administration with emphases in Accounting and Finance from UC Berkeley and MS in Taxation from Golden Gate University.

Professional Accomplishments:

• Founded All About Numbers in 1995.
• Received Executive MBA Degree 1999.
• Began teaching Business and Accounting courses at Heald College 1999.
• Began teaching Accounting courses at University of Phoenix 2001.
• Obtained Enrolled Agent designation 2001.
• Named Stockton Business Person of the Year 2004.
• Awarded SBA Champion of Women In Business Award 2007.
• Completed National Tax Practitioners Institute Fellow program 2010.
• Became President of the CA Chapter of NATP 2013.
• Received Endorsement from Dave Ramsey 2014.
• Became a National Instructor for NATP 2014.
• Co-founded Anchor Tax Relief, LLC.
• Admitted to the bar of the United States Tax Court 2022.

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Lily Tran is the Founder of TaxUSign®, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help, and the Founder of the Taxpayer CARE Center, a program of Lily Tran Tax. Licensed by the U.S. Treasury Department as an Enrolled Agent (EA), Lily represents taxpayers before the IRS in audits, collections, and appeals. She is also a Certified Tax Coach, Certified Tax Planner, NTPI Fellow, and Commissioned Notary Public.

With over 15 years of experience in accounting, tax, consulting, and advisory services for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporations, Lily provides high-quality, personal service focused on tax savings, strategic growth, compliance, and peace of mind.

Lily is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, the Washington State Society of Enrolled Agents, and the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers. She previously served as Director of the Washington State Society of Enrolled Agents and Treasurer of Washington State Tax Consultants.

Her expertise has been featured in Bloomberg Tax & Accounting and SUCCESS Magazine, and quoted in Forbes. Recognized as a top professional in her field, she was voted in the Top 3 for Best Accounting Firm in the Pacific Northwest (2026) and named Best of Kent's Top Favorite Accountant for four consecutive years. Lily is the editor and chief contributor of a tax anthology and a tax course creator.

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