Justin Russell

Justin Russell, CPA has a diverse work experience ranging from founding their own real estate investment and contracting company to working in various roles at different companies. Justin started their career in 2003 as the Founder and CEO of Meridian Home Solutions, Inc, where they successfully navigated the recession and transitioned the company to focus on long-term real estate holdings. In 2009, they joined Americhem, Inc as a Quality Control professional, where they managed product formulas and exceeded sales goals. In 2012, they moved to TIAA-CREF as a Corporate Tax professional, where they handled international real estate holding's foreign tax reporting and New York State sales and use tax audit projects. In 2013, they joined GreerWalker LLP as an FMAS Associate and later became the Controller of OAS, focusing on practice development and implementing critical processes. Lastly, in 2017, they became the CEO of North America for Zingerle Group, overseeing various brands and leading the industry.

Justin Russell, CPA, holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Accounting from UNC Charlotte Belk College of Business. Justin is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certified by the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners.