Rafael Mercer

Rafael Mercer, CPA, is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in tax management, real estate investment, and cryptocurrency. Currently serving as the Indirect Tax Manager at Rexel USA since September 2018, Rafael previously held positions as an Indirect Tax Senior Accountant and a Senior Tax Consultant at Ryan, a leading tax services firm. Rafael is also an active Crypto/Blockchain Technology Investor through Mercer Estates Group, LLC, focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum assets, and Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs). As a Real Estate Portfolio Manager, Rafael has successfully led the acquisition and management of a portfolio of 13 properties, achieving a 70% gain. Early career experiences include a Forensic Consultant role at PwC and a Tax Accounting Intern position at Plains All American, complemented by a background in real estate as a licensed realtor. Rafael holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Texas A&M University.