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Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Tony Minert, CPA
Founder & Owner
Graduated with a B.S in Accounting from Oral Roberts University in 1992.
CPA Aug 1994.
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He spent ten years in telecommunications in Tulsa, while doing tax returns for his family & friends on the side. He started Minert & Associates with his first tax season in Jan 2002 out of his house. As the business grew, he hired a team of staff until we became a full-service tax and accounting firm.
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In 2004 Tony began his passion project of using his expertise to serve pastors, missionaries, and humanitarians. We currently prepare over 400 tax returns for US Citizens living & working abroad.
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He moved to Oklahoma in 1988 to attend ORU. He married his wife Stephanie in 1997. They became parents to their daughter Jessica in March 2005, in the middle of tax season!
“Building this company has been more than a job to me. At the heart of Minert & Associates is producing quality work & building customer relationships with qualified employees. I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to work alongside this team & live out my daily purpose of Relieving Financial Stress.” - Tony
Shadrack Koech, CPA
Senior Business Tax Preparer/Accountant
Graduated with a B.S. in Accounting from Oral Roberts University in May 2012. CPA Feb 2017. Graduated with MBA from ORU in Dec 2018.
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Started as an intern at Minert & Associates in Jan 2011 and was hired full-time in May 2012. Currently, he is the Senior Tax Preparer & Accountant for business & non-profit tax returns, which he’s been doing since 2013.
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Shadrack was born in Kenya and is the 5th child of 7. He came to the US in 2008 on a Cross Country & Track Scholarship to ORU. Married his wife Christine in Dec 2021 in Kenya. They became parents to their son Ethan in March 2023 also in the middle of tax season! He is a diehard Oklahoma City Thunder, Dallas Cowboys & Arsenal FC fan.
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While working at Minert & Associates, he discovered his life’s purpose: “to help the less fortunate attain the necessary education to succeed in life.”
“I was the first in my family to graduate college. My six siblings have all since graduated from either a 2 or 4-year college. Numerous cousins & extended family have graduated or are attending universities and junior colleges in Kenya.” - Shadrack
Rebecca Jeffery, EA
Senior Individual Tax Preparer/Accountant
Graduated with a B.A. in Business & Accounting from Northeastern State University in May 2014. Enrolled Agent April 2017.
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Prior to coming to Minert & Associates, she had over 15 years’ experience with a major tax firm. She returned to college at age 47 and was the student reviewer of her group at VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance).
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She started working at Minert & Associates in Nov 2014. Currently, she’s the Senior tax preparer for Individual tax returns and Trusts.
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She moved to Oklahoma in High School and married Charles in 1981 when they were teenagers. Their daughter was born in Dec 1983 and son in March of 1987. They have nine grandchildren who live nearby, and one grandson-in-law.
“Love for my family motivates everything I do. I’m grateful to work in a field where I can connect with clients and help identify & meet their needs, while also keeping my family as my priority.” - Becky
Ana Apolo
Senior Overseas Tax Preparer/Accountant
Graduated with a B.S. in Accounting from Oral Roberts University in Dec 2018 and an MBA from ORU Dec 2019.
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She started as an intern at Minert & Associates in Jan 2018 with a focus on preparing personal tax returns for US citizens living abroad. She was hired full-time in Jan 2020 and helped our company update many of our administrative processes. Currently, Ana is the Senior Overseas Tax Preparer & Accountant.
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She was born in Ecuador, and came to the US in Aug 2014 where she first attended Victory Bible College before transferring to ORU. Her Dad owns a tax & accounting firm in Ecuador.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue to apply my knowledge and skills to help US Citizens who live abroad with their taxes. This is a specialized field that requires specialized training. I hope to one day build my own company to serve this clientele.” – Ana
Brandi Fuqua
Tax Preparer/Accountant/Payroll
Graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University in May 2018. Currently pursuing her accounting degree.
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She started working part-time at Minert & Associates in Oct 2020 training to complete individual tax returns. Very quickly, it changed to working full time as a Tax Preparer, Accountant, and Office Administrator. Currently, she’s in charge of payroll, quarter payroll tax returns, accounting and individual tax return preparation and serves as a proctor/trainer to interns and new hires. At M&A we refer to Brandi as our utility player.
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She was born and raised in Oklahoma. She married her husband Tyson in 2013. They both grew up in small towns. They were blessed with two boys Tyner & Brycen who attend Kiefer Elementary. Her husband Tyson has been a Police Officer since 2010.
“I returned to work in 2020, after a 4-year stint home with my boys, while my husband was finishing his college education. Re-entering the workforce was both exhilarating and a juggling act. I appreciate the opportunity to work in my field, gain experience, while also being available to my family.” - Brandi
Christa Jones
Individual Tax Preparer/Accountant
Graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from University of Oklahoma in 1993 and an MBA from Brigham Young University in 1995.
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She first worked with Tony Minert in telecommunications for eight years in the 90’s. She then worked part-time at Minert & Associates since 2003 doing tax returns & bookkeeping. Currently, she prepares individual tax returns and assists in training interns or new hires on individual tax return preparation.
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She married Logan in 1998. They have a daughter, born in 2002, currently attending Brigham Young University & married in 2023. Their son was born in 2011.
“My passions are my relationship with God, love for my family & service to my community. I am grateful for the opportunity to help financially support my family as well as be available to my family and community.” – Christa
Patricia Sue Bradley
Individual Tax Preparer/Accountant
Graduated with a B.S. in Accounting from Northeastern State University in May 1981. Obtained Enrolled Agent license in Aug 2002.
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Started working with Minert & Associates in Dec 2023 in accounting and preparing individual tax returns. She came with 7 years’ experience in tax and 14 years in accounting. Her accounting experience includes keeping a full set of books, to staff accounting, to an Accounting Specialist, AP. Her tax experience includes 3 ½ years as a Tax Manager.
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Sue was born & raised in Oklahoma. She married her husband Stephen in 1981. They have 3 children and 5 grandchildren together. She enjoys sewing, crocheting, church, spending time with her family & grandkids.
“I’ve been blessed to have both years raising my family and years working on a career. Tax & accounting has always come naturally to me. I’m excited to continue to grow and expand my knowledge in my field and contribute to my family financially.” – Sue
Stephanie Minert
Office Manager/Supervisor
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Tulsa in 1996.
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She started as a temporary employee at Minert & Associates in Oct 2017. She was then hired part-time in Jan 2018 as a Wellness Coordinator & Employee Advocate. Her critical thinking skills, which she developed as a nurse, surprisingly carried over into the everyday running of the business. Currently, she operates as Office Manager/Supervisor and is involved with updating the administrative department.
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She is married to Tony, owner of Minert & Associates, since 1997. She worked as a nurse on & off from 1996 – 2016, and when not working, was a stay-at-home mom to their daughter, Jessica, born in 2005.
“My life pursuits are to know God and be in health. At work, this is done through relationships and connection within our team and with our clients. My philosophy is caring about the health & well-being of our employees results in a healthier operating company.” – Stephanie
Brittany Carrera
Office Coordinator
Graduated with a B.S. in Business Management from Oral Roberts University in Dec 2022 and an MBA from ORU Dec 2023.
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She’s been working as an intern as an Administrative Assistant at Minert & Associates while in college since Aug 2019 and also works part time during summers & school breaks.
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She’s been hired as the Office Coordinator in Jan 2023 while completing graduate school. In January 2024 she will also become an Office Manager in Training/Assistant.
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She was born in Ecuador and came to the US in Aug 2017 where she first attended Victory Bible College before going to ORU. Her plans are to stay in the US and continue her work development at Minert & Associates.
“I’m grateful to God I’ve been able to find a job with M&A that not only develops my professional skills but has become my work family. My heart is to honor God and my family, serve people with love and integrity, and add value to my place of work.” - Brittany
Cyrus Johnson
Office Administrator
Cyrus graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from Oral Roberts University in May 2022.
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Cyrus started working at M&A as a Business Administrative Consultant in April 2023 and became our Business Administrator in July 2023.
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His responsibilities include assisting in the updating of our administrative department, such as our website, portal, admin tax return processes...etc.
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He met his wife, Ashlynn, at ORU and they married Oct 2023. He enjoys traveling & game/movie nights with friends. Cyrus also enjoys working on his two businesses Johnson & Scott and Okie Gutters & Exterior Cleaning
"Entrepreneurship and developing/updating companies' business administrative processes is my passion. I enjoy being part of a team and seeing how innovation and creativity can increase a business' efficiency. Family is the most important thing in my life. Having the opportunity to help support my family and work on what I'm passionate about is such a blessing. Dream Big!" - Cyrus
Dolores Knauss
Office Receptionist
Born in California. Mother of Tony, Owner of Minert & Associates, and his sister Tracey. Working part time at M&A since the very early days.
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She was hired full-time during tax season and every Friday year-round since Jan 2015. Although, she often works full time during the summers & holidays as well. She assists the administrative team, the tax & accounting team, and functions as our stay at the office grandma.
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She moved to Oklahoma in 1999 to live close to her kids. She retired as a Sergeant at the Tulsa County Jail in Dec 2014. When her kids were young, she was a stay-at-home mom & worked at a Hallmark store to support her Hallmark habit with the 30% off employee discount. When her kids were older, she returned to the work force and baked a birthday cake every year, for every co-worker she’s ever worked with since 1988.
“I enjoy working on a team and connecting with clients. Working at Minert & Associates enables me to exercise my brain & helps to support my Hobby Lobby, gardening, Christmas, and granddaughter budget. I also volunteer in my community and for my neighbors whenever possible. I’m grateful to be able to bless my son’s business.” – Dolores