Blake Lessard

Blake Lessard, CPA, is a skilled accounting professional with extensive experience in tax preparation, operations management, and strategic consulting. Currently a Partner and COO at Hall CPA PLLC since August 2020, Blake previously held roles as a Senior Tax Associate at Mitchell & Nemitz, PA, and a Staff Accountant at Williams Overman Pierce, LLP, where responsibilities included tax return preparation, audits, and business valuations. Early career experiences include internships in taxation and business analysis, along with managerial roles in retail that emphasized sales, budget analysis, and customer relationship management. Blake holds dual Bachelor's degrees in Economics and Exercise and Sports Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, as well as two Master’s degrees in Accounting from East Carolina University.