Experience with Integrity

BriersCPA was founded by father and son partners Tom Briers and Mike Briers to offer comprehensive, professional accounting services to individuals, businesses and estates. Together, we have over 50 years of rich business experience earned on three continents, offering clients a unique, global perspective.

Professionals

Michael T. Briers, MAcc., CPA

Photo of Mike BriersMike assists clients in developing strategies to improve financial reporting, minimize taxes and improve financial health. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience in public and corporate accounting, with emphasis in tax management.

Before forming BriersCPA, Mike was based in Shanghai, China as the Asian Corporate Controller of Springs Global US where he directed financial operations. He was also a senior tax manager, responsible for federal and state tax planning and compliance, together with SEC tax reporting. Earlier in his career, he was a CPA with Ernst & Young, where he assisted clients on various accounting and complex tax issues.

Mike provides a full range of services to individuals, partnerships, limited liability companies and corporations to help clients achieve their business and financial goals. Get accurate, timely professional advice designed for your specific needs with Mike’s unwavering commitment to the highest integrity and ethical standards.

Education

Master of Accountancy, University of Tennessee
BSBA in Accounting, West Virginia University

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of CPAs
Florida Institute of CPAs
Small Business Resource Network
Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce, President’s Club
Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce
Advancing Business Leaders

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant*
*Regulated by the State of Florida Professional

Awards

Gulf Coast Business Review’s 2009 40 Under 40
Gulfshore Business 2009 40 Under 40

Thomas B. Briers, CPA/PFS, CFP®

Tom Briers photoTom is both a CPA and a skilled financial planner who is especially qualified to help clients with all their business and personal financial needs. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant/Personal Financial Specialist and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with over 35 years of domestic and international accounting and business management experience.

Prior to forming BriersCPA, Tom was Regional Chief Operating Officer for Stewart Enterprises in the U.S. and Europe. Prior to that, he was Managing Partner with the CPA firm of Persinger & Company.

Tom serves the needs of a diverse group of high net worth individuals, executives and business owners who have come to rely on his insightful, objective guidance to reach their life goals. If your financial objectives seem uncertain or too far out of reach, you owe it to yourself to let Tom confidentially review your financial situation and provide insight into a more secure future.

Education

BSBA in Accounting, Concord University
Boston University, Program for Financial Planners

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of CPAs
Florida Institute of CPAs
Estate Planning Council of Naples
Southwest Florida Financial Planning Association
Rotary International, Paul Harris Fellow
Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce
Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant/Personal Financial Specialist* (*Regulated by the State of Florida)
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™

Alex Camejo, MS

image of Alex CamejoAlex works closely with the shareholders to help clients proactively develop accounting and tax systems that yield future benefits and help clients reach financial goals more quickly. He possesses the unique set of business and accounting skills that comprise the foundation of BriersCPA.

Before pursuing a career in public accounting, Alex was a Manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car, where he succeeded in improving margins by developing workflow efficiencies and maintaining personalized client relationships. Prior to relocating to Southwest Florida, he was a Manager at Advanced Health Media where he helped pharmaceutical clients with cost management and FDA compliance.

Alex can help streamline accounting processes to ensure delivery of timely, high-quality financial information that help businesses make better monetary decisions. If your business reporting does not provide you with good decision tools or lacks clarity, Alex can help develop accounting and business processes that enrich your financial information.

Education

Master of Science, Accounting and Taxation, Florida Gulf Coast University
BSBA in Business Logistics, Penn State University

Professional Affiliations

Florida Institute of CPAs
Beta Alpha Psi

Accomplishments

Completion of the Certified Public Accountant Exam – Awaiting Certification

Chandra L. Briers

image of Chandra L. BriersChandra is responsible for the smooth, efficient, day-to-day business operations of the firm. Her education and background in banking and finance complement these firm duties and, in addition, provide our clients with an added and experienced resource for their straightforward financial questions.

Previously, Chandra was a Trust Administrator for United National Bank in Charleston, WV where she administered various trust department accounts for high net worth clients. Earlier in her career, she was a bank operations associate with American Fidelity Bank in Knoxville, TN.

Clients appreciate the professional, yet very personal, line of communication that Chandra provides into the firm. She is an unparalleled resource that enhances every client/firm relationship and makes it possible for BriersCPA to provide client services in a extraordinarily friendly and efficient manner.

Education

BSBA in Finance, West Virginia University