Meet the Veris Team

Hometown

Canton, OH

Job Love

The best part of my job is the people—both my team and our clients. I love building relationships and working together to make great things happen.

Family

My husband, who I’m fortunate to work alongside at Veris, and our three sweet kiddos.

Hobbies

I love to read, exercise, explore new places, and spend time with my husband and kids.

Lifelong Learner

I’ve always wanted to learn to play the piano.

Hometown

Charleston, SC

Job Love

Running into various problems and finding different ways to solve those problems.

Foodie Faves

Sandwiches.

Hobbies

Cycling.

Best Advice

There are no solutions, only tradeoffs.

Hometown

India

Job Love

In my job as a Senior Associate in an audit firm, I really enjoy working with my team. I also like that I can balance my work and personal life. Plus, I get to learn about different parts of auditing, which I find very interesting.

Family

Husband.

Bucket List

Tomorrow Land and Great Canyon trekking.

Best Advice

Love yourself and strive for balance. Life is full of ups and downs, work and rest, happiness and sadness. Finding a balance between these opposites can lead to a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

Hometown

Goose Creek, South Carolina

Job Love

I really enjoy getting to be a part of a team that gets to work together towards a common goal. Along with that we have the pleasure of being able to help and support our clients in many ways besides being the “auditors” but a point of reference for any and all questions relating to accounting.

Family

I have a beautiful wife named Kelsie along with my daughter named Emerson (we call her Emme), and finally last but not least our two-year-old golden retriever named Moose.

Hobbies

I really enjoy golfing, grilling, finding new food spots with my wife and watching all things sports.

Bucket List

I would love to go to all 30 MLB stadiums.

Hometown

Bamberg, SC

Job Love

What I love most about my job is the people I work with and the flexibility to work from different locations. It really helps break up the week and keeps things fresh. I enjoy meeting new faces, building connections across the firm, and learning from a variety of colleagues. It’s a great way to stay engaged and continue growing early in my career. I also really value the collaborative environment—being part of a team that supports one another has made the transition from college to the professional world both exciting and rewarding.

Foodie

I’m a big fan of a nice steak and baked potato! When it comes to fast food, Chick-fil-A is my go-to, especially during peach milkshake season. It’s hard to beat!

Bucket List

A few things on my bucket list include going saltwater fishing in Louisiana, visiting Yellowstone National Park, and exploring the Florida Keys. I love being outdoors and around the water, so these are all dream trips that combine adventure, nature, and a little bit of relaxation.

Best Advice

“Love the Lord God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” Mark 12:30

Hometown

Due West, SC

Job Love

Working directly with clients to help them grow their businesses or organizations.

Family

Love hanging out with the nephews and my 3 Boykin Spaniels (Tealy, Titus, and Tucker).

Hobbies

Traveling all over hunting and fishing! The more challenging, the better!

Best Advice

80% of your success in your job comes from your ability to deal with people.

Hometown

Johnson City, TN

Job Love

The people – both my clients and teammates – are what I love most. Every collaboration is an opportunity to make a positive impact and elevate the way we work together.

Foodie

I could live off sushi, but I also love creole and Lowcountry food. My favorite local spots are Locals Sushi and ACME Lowcountry Kitchen.

Family

I’ve been married to my beautiful wife, Kelly, for 13 years, and we have two amazing daughters – Lilly Beth (10) and Julianna (8). Also, our family wouldn’t be complete without our two dogs Riggs and Biscuit.

Hobbies

I’m a lifelong music enthusiast and drummer who loves tracking and reviewing new music each year. Outside of music, I enjoy woodworking, playing and coaching volleyball, volunteering with elementary-age children at Seacoast Church, and staying active through weightlifting and outdoor activities.

Hometown

New Jersey

Job Love

I love the blend of client communication, relationship-building, and hands-on management. Streamlining workflows, prioritizing effectively, and solving problems quickly so everyone knows what’s next.

Foodie

Big fan of sushi and any homemade pasta (al dente, please)!

Best Advice

Don’t worry about being the best. Worry about being the best at getting better. Don’t aim to be consistently great. Aim to be great at being consistent. Trust the process, surround yourself with good people, and remember that the journey is the reward.

Hobbies

Outside of work, I’m usually in motion: Pilates, beach walks with my dog, and time outdoors. I wind down with drawing or painting and love cooking for friends and family (with a tidy kitchen to match).

Hometown

Maryland is my native home, but is now SC.

Job Love

Fixing things! Whether it’s an IT issue or a process that needs improving, I love being part of the solution that makes Veris top notch!

Family

Enjoying life with my cats and game nights with family!

Hobbies

Playing piano, reading, gardening, and listening to music.

Success

Success is being able to do what you love, both in and out of work, every day.

Hometown

Sullivan’s Island, SC

Job Love

I love being a part of a team where I don’t have to be the only positive person! I don’t feel like my optimism gets in the way here at Veris, as I have in prior jobs.

Foodie Faves

My all-time favorite is what the Harpers call “noodles and sauce”. You may or may not know it as ‘Spaghetti’. My favorite restaurant happens to be a noodles & sauce joint, Wild Olive.

Family

I am coming up on my 10-year wedding anniversary 12/3/2026. My wife and I have two gigantic little boys. Carrson is 6 and Benji is 3. We have a middle-aged pup named Banff (after our frozen honeymoon location of Banff, Canada), and a brand-new kitten named Sissy.

Hobbies

I play music of all genres on instruments of all kinds. I’m currently playing bass, drums, and guitar regularly. I collect Fountain Pens and mechanical watches. I have over 15 watches and 25+ fountain pens.

Hometown

Summerville, SC

Job Love

The relationships made with my coworkers and clients. The problem-solving piece of work and the growth and development I’ve seen in my work.

Hobbies

Going to the gym / bodybuilding.

Foodie Faves

UGH. I love all kinds of food and trying new things. All-time favorite? Potatoes because they come in all shapes, sizes, and deliciousness.

Best Advice

Comparison is the thief of joy.

Hometown

Austin, TX

Job Love

The people are my favorite part—clients and teammates alike. I enjoy the collaboration, the energy, and working together to figure things out. Helping their businesses grow and succeed is what makes it all come together.

Bucket List

Visit the Northern Lights in Iceland.

Best Advice

Value time—it’s your most precious resource.

Success

Success is living with intention and being satisfied with the direction of your life—even as you keep growing.

Hometown

Scranton, PA

Job Love

I love that my work makes a real impact — helping clients find clarity in their numbers and confidence in their decisions. I’m also grateful for the team I get to work with every day; collaborating with people who care and take pride in what they do makes the work even more rewarding. And I love seeing growth — both in myself and in others — as we take on new challenges, learn, and continue to raise the bar together.

Hobbies

Spending time with family and friends, refurbishing and restoring furniture, horticulture, and photography.

Family

Two kiddos – Skylar and Grayson and a few dogs and cats.

Best Advice

Organization is the key to success – Mr. Walsh (6th grade math teacher)

Hometown

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Love

Accounting is a puzzle that’s constantly moving, kind of like Tetris and I love puzzles! The ability to be a part of a solution, brainstorm with the team, and learn new things along the way is the most fulfilling part.

Bucket List

Skydiving, visit Thailand, and do yoga near the Bodhi tree.

Hobbies

Hanging out with my fiancé and Border Collie, Bear consumes my life. I love traveling, trying new restaurants, hiking, kayaking, yoga, puzzles, and plants. Hiking to the top of Mount Zues in Greece and seeing the views, cluster of islands, and wild goats was probably the best one so far.

Success

Success is living with intention and being satisfied with the direction of your life—even as you keep growing.

Hometown

Denver, CO

Job Love

The opportunity to learn something new by working with a variety of clients and understanding their individual goals and needs.

Foodie

Anything cooked on a grill, breakfast any time of day, seafood.

Family

My beautiful 23-year-old daughter Alyssa, currently living in Arizona and my 11-year-old silly old man dog Charlie, who I adopted last year.

Bucket List

Australia, Seeing the Northern Lights, Japan for the Cherry Blossom Festival.

Hometown

Columbia, SC

Job Love

I love the work environment and the people.

Bucket List

Travel to as many countries as possible.

Inspiration

My mom and grandmother were strong women who are no longer on Earth but taught me strength. My dear friend, Michelle, fought breast cancer while showing grace, compassion, and her amazing heart to anyone who knew her.

Lifelong Learner

Write for a travel blog or magazine.

Hometown

Los Angeles, CA

Job Love

Flexibility! Veris is also welcoming and supportive.

Foodie

I could eat some type of curry for the rest of my life.

Hobbies

Surfing, running, riding my motorcycle, and reading.

Bucket List

Spend a few months in Indonesia and surf every day.

Hometown

Clifton, NJ

Job Love

I’ve really enjoyed getting to learn from my team, everyone has been so supportive!

Foodie

Tacos, pizza and ramen.

Hobbies

I love being in an active community, reading thriller books and having a binge-watching marathon.

Best Advice

Keep trying to level yourself up.

Hometown

Charleston, SC

Job Love

Having work / life balance.

Hobbies

Reading, swimming, going to the theater, and history.

Best Advice

Give people grace and take time to get to know yourself.

Lifelong Learner

Change a flat tire, play the piano, and speak French fluently.

Hometown

Marion, MA

Job Love

The people! I love how we all work together as a team.

Foodie Faves

Tacos & hot sauce.

Family

One mini goldendoodle named Finn.

Hobbies

Tennis, paddleboarding, running, reading, beach walks with my puppy Finn!

Hometown

Denver, CO

Job Love

Connecting with diverse individuals, shaping positive workplace culture, solving problems, and promoting growth and inclusion, all while playing a key role in the organization’s success.

Family

My fur baby, Sunny—aka my vacuum’s worst nightmare! She’s a Golden Retriever, but let’s just say she skipped the ‘retrieve’ part.

Bucket List

Jet off to Wales to marvel at the castles and soak up all the Celtic culture and folklore.

Inspiration

I find inspiration in mistakes, viewing them as stepping stones for growth rather than setbacks.

Hometown

Byron, IL

Job Love

The people I work with and how we are a team.

Family

One child, 2 dogs, and 1 cat. Daughter Maddi, and fur babies Dakota, Fitz, and River.

Hobbies

Hiking, kayaking, or anything outdoors.

Bucket List

To see the Northern Lights.

Hometown

Westerly, RI

Job Love

I love coming into work and knowing that there is always going to be more for me to learn so it will never get boring.

Family

I love my family – Husband, Wesley, our two daughters, Olivia and Jordyn, and our two dogs, Zoe and Fenrir.

Hobbies

I enjoy working in my garden, cooking, canning, crocheting, and working on home projects with my husband.

Inspiration

My husband who served 20 years in the Navy, missed years with his family, stayed strong through life’s many difficulties and still has such a positive outlook on life. He is my biggest supporter and the kind of person I strive to be.

Hometown

Charleston, SC

Job Love

I love meeting and getting to know our clients.

Foodie

My hummingbird cake.

Hobbies

Running, crafting, reading, watching movies, and going to the beach!

Bucket List

Run a marathon.

Hometown

West Ashley, SC

Job Love

Being able to assist coworkers and clients.

Family

My love Elvin, 2 kids Zhana’ and Terry, 3 bonus daughters Jada, Jabria, Kayla, 2 bonus sons EJ and Jamal, 2 Grandbabies Braxton and Bella, and 1 fur baby, Chance!

Bucket List

Start a nonprofit for teen girls, Travel to Africa, Jump out of a plane, and Go to a Super Bowl game.

Best Advice

You only fall if you don’t try.

This beauty is also a beast when it comes to crunching numbers! Valerie is in charge of Veris’ books, lighting our financial path like the infamous Lumière. She would be the first to admit that some of her knowledge on balancing books probably stems from her passion for shopping. After all, it is important to ensure a healthy balance of fashion, frivolities, and finances in one’s personal life! We are glad Valerie made her way down to the Lowcountry from West Virginia, even if it was just to get closer to her happiest place on Earth: Walt Disney World. Even for a bookkeeper, it takes a considerable amount of calculation to determine the number of times she’s visited the Magic Kingdom. We don’t blame her though, as it is where dreams come true, especially in the company of her cherished friends and family.

Definition of Success

“I define success as a feeling of accomplishment, but the key to success is being happy.”

Hometown

James Island, SC

Job Love

Tax planning with clients year-round and watching their businesses and families grow.

Family

Married to my husband, Donnie and have a son, Donnie III and kitty cat, Dakota.

Bucket List

To visit the Anne Frank Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Success

Be comfortable and confident with yourself and all you do! Always walk with your chin up!

Hometown

Charleston, born and raised

Job Love

The people, we have a great staff!

Hobbies

Working on cars

Inspiration

David Goggins

Lifelong Learner

I’d love to learn more languages

Hometown

Oley, PA

Job Love

Interacting with coworkers and helping clients succeed!

Bucket List

Skydive in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

Hobbies

Playing and watching sports

Foodie Faves

Burgers and Fries

Hometown

Sayreville, NJ

Job Love

Tax Returns! I love putting all the puzzle pieces together and preparing all kinds of tax returns.

Bucket List

See a baseball game in all 30 MLB stadiums (15 so far)!

Hobbies

Reading, running, going to concerts/baseball games, hanging out with my hubby!

Hometown

Fort Mill, SC

Job Love

I love the team-oriented environment at work. It allows me to collaborate with and learn from experienced professionals.

Bucket List

I’ve always wanted to hike the entire length of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest, or the Continental Divide trail.

Best Advice

Remember to enjoy the journey and appreciate the present moment, rather than just focusing on the end goal.

Success

Success to me is about finding balance in all aspects of life, including work, relationships, and personal well-being.

Hometown

Hudson Valley, NY

Job Love

I love the opportunity to teach & learn alongside both clients and colleagues every day. Building strong relationships, sharing knowledge & working together to solve complex challenges is what makes my work rewarding.

Foodie

A classic steakhouse with a pretty atmosphere & bonus points for crème brûlée on the dessert menu.

Hobbies

Enjoying great food, scrapbooking, discovering new TV series, and making memories with family and friends.

Best Advice

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. Everything else has a way of working itself out.

Hometown

Athens, TN

Job Love

Helping clients save money!

Family

Husband, Travis and our two little ones, Silas and Felicity

Inspiration

The goals Travis and I have set for our future.

Success

Success is early retirement.

Hometown

Toms River, NJ

Job Love

I love the people I work with, and I love that I get to help clients as well.

Foodie Faves

I love all food! But, if I had to choose, it would be pizza and sushi.

Hobbies

Pickleball and Yoga.

Bucket List

I would love to travel to every country.

Hometown

Ottawa, Canada → Aarhus, Denmark → Charleston, South Carolina

Job Love

Learning at least one new thing every day and being able to continually develop my skills and knowledge.

Foodie

Sushi, Mexican, Southern BBQ, and Eastern European cuisine.

Hobbies

Anything outdoors from swimming at the beach to backpacking in the mountains.

Bucket List

Finish out my remaining sections of the SC Foothills Trail.

Hometown

Goose Creek

Job Love

I love getting to do something new every day. Every client has a different need, and I enjoy meeting those needs for each client individually.

Foodie

Chips and Queso

Best Advice

Never let someone tell you that you can’t do something. Find a way to accomplish your goals!

Hobbies

I love to watch any kind of sport. I am super competitive, so I get very invested in games (especially football).