Who We Are

Our Story

The inception of BriersCPA was developed over 8,000 miles from Bonita Springs, Florida, while Mike Briers was working in the textile business in Shanghai, China.  Determined to return to Public Accounting, while relocating to a desirable part of the world, Mike started discussing the idea of creating an accounting practice in Southwest Florida with his wife, Chandra, and his father, Tom.  As Tom had relocated to the area couple of years earlier, Bonita Springs was the logical place to start the firm.  Since both Mike and Tom were experienced CPAs with international business experience and a unique story, they thought the time to start a business together was never better.  They incorporated BriersCPA in August 2007, and started working throughout the community to develop relationships.

Today…

BriersCPA continues to grow annually, and, now has three locations to serve clients. BriersCPA continues to look for ways to better serve its clients… it is what our clients deserve and the fuel for our success. We know clients have choices for their accounting, tax and consulting services, and we greatly appreciate the trust our clients have placed in BriersCPA and its employees.

Our Team

Mike Briers

Michael T. Briers,
MAcc., CPA/ABV

Michael T. Briers, MAcc., CPA/ABV

Mike has 25 years of extensive domestic and foreign accounting and tax experience in both the public and corporate arenas. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant/Accredited in Business Valuation and holds a Master of Accountancy degree with an emphasis in taxation. Mike provides a full range of services to individuals, partnerships, limited liability companies and corporations to help clients achieve their business, tax and financial goals.

Before forming BriersCPA, P.A., Mike was based in Shanghai, China as the Asian Corporate Controller for Springs Global US, Inc. where he directed the financial operations for a multi-million-dollar textile sourcing entity. Prior to his Asian assignment, he was a senior tax manager with Springs Industries, Inc., responsible for federal and state tax planning and compliance and SEC tax reporting. Earlier in his career, Mike was a senior tax consultant with the national accounting firm Ernst & Young, where he assisted clients on various complex accounting and tax issues.

Education

  • Master of Accountancy, University of Tennessee
  • BSBA in Accounting, West Virginia University

Professional Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, Past-Chairman (16-17), Board of Directors
  • Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, President’s Club
  • Leadership Bonita (Class 2011)

Certifications

  • Certified Public Accountant*
  • Accredited in Business Valuation

*Regulated by the State of Florida

Awards

  • 5 Star Wealth Manager (2 Year Winner)
  • Gulf Coast Business Review’s 2009 40 Under 40
  • Gulfshore Business 2009 40 Under 40
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Tom Briers

Thomas B. Briers,
CPA/ABV

Thomas B. Briers, CPA/ABV

Tom brings to the firm over 40 years of domestic and international accounting and business management expertise as a Certified Public Accountant. He has worked both as a CPA in the Public Accounting arena and as a Corporate Operations and Finance executive in the United States and Europe. Tom is uniquely qualified to assist clients with a broad range of both business and personal taxes, and financial management and accounting matters. His business management and professional experiences have provided him with the ability to advise clients on all aspects of a financial transaction. In addition, Tom has been recognized by The American Institute of CPA’s with the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential, a designation held by fewer than one percent of all U.S. CPA’s. Tom serves the needs of a diverse group of high net worth individuals, professionals, executives and business owners who have come to rely on his insightful, objective guidance to achieve their goals.

Prior to forming BriersCPA, P. A., with his son, Mike, Tom served as Regional Chief Operating Officer for various regions in the United States and all of Western Europe for Stewart Enterprises, Inc. Prior thereto, Tom was a Managing Partner and Member of the Executive Committee of the CPA firm of Persinger & Company, a multi-office firm with locations in Virginia and West Virginia.

Education

  • BSBA in Accounting, Concord University
  • Boston University Center for Professional Education

Professional/Civic Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Life Member)
  • Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Rotary International, Paul Harris Fellow +4
  • The Rotary Club of Bonita Springs, Past President 2015-2016
  • Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs, Past Chairman 2014-2015
  • Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce

Certifications

  • Certified Public Accountant*
  • Accredited in Business Valuations by American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

*Regulated by the State of Florida

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Emily Demurias, MSAT, CPA

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Tony Pool, EA

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Andres Tomas, MSAT, CPA

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Chandra L. Briers

Chandra L. Briers

Chandra L. Briers

Chandra is responsible for the smooth, efficient, day-to-day business operations of the firm. Her education and background in banking and finance complement these firm duties and, in addition, provide our clients with an added and experienced resource for their straightforward financial questions.

Previously, Chandra was a Trust Administrator for United National Bank in Charleston, WV where she administered various trust department accounts for high net worth clients. Earlier in her career, she was a bank operations associate with American Fidelity Bank in Knoxville, TN.

Clients appreciate the professional, yet very personal, line of communication that Chandra provides into the firm. She is an unparalleled resource that enhances every client/firm relationship and makes it possible for BriersCPA to provide client services in a extraordinarily friendly and efficient manner.

Education

BSBA in Finance, West Virginia University

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Catharine Slocum