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Brad Messner

Brad Messner
Brad Messner, PhD, EA is the third-generation owner of Messner & Fox, LLC and an industry leader on cybersecurity, AI, automation, and data solutions for accountants. With over 30 years of experience in tax strategy, commercial beverage, R&D credits, and entity structuring, Brad pairs deep accounting expertise with a strong background in information systems. He is an Enrolled Agent, professor at the University of Pittsburgh, and a Department of Defense NSA NCAE-C scholar for his PhD research on financial system security. Named the 2023 Tax Professional of the Year by the National Association of Tax Professionals, Brad is also a nationally recognized speaker on AI, automation, ethics, and cybersecurity in finance.
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