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2025 TAP Vice Chair

Mitchell Gerstein

ABOUT ME:

I have been a tax practitioner for more than 40 years and see my role as helping clients navigate the complex tax landscape to ensure compliance and optimize tax outcomes.

BACKGROUND/SKILLS:

I am a trusted senior tax advisor, a certified public accountant and earned a Master of Science degree in Taxation with extensive experience to deliver individual, corporate, and partnership tax planning, compliance, and advisory services.
I also serve as the primary business advisor on a wide range of individual and business clients.

WHY I JOINED TAP:

My passion for advocacy led me to apply to be member of TAP, where I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the broader picture: advocating for reforms and improving the taxpayer experience.

FACT/HOBBY/INTERESTS:

I’m a lifelong resident of the Philadelphia area.
I’ve served more than ten years as a committee member of The Franklin Institute, one of the oldest and premier centers of science education.

I’m a season ticket holder of Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, Phillies, and Sixers sports teams. I’ve attended 60 concerts in each of the past two years, including three shows at The Sphere in Las Vegas.