beneficiary nonprofit organization, Center for Transforming Lives, toward its goal of providing clothing and gifts for homeless children, with more than 1,200 children benefitting. She enjoys using her knowledge and skills as a CPA to give back to her community.
president. He is also a graduate member of the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce’s leadership program. His academic achievements include earning one of the top 10 cumulative scores on the Uniform CPA Examination. The CPA designation has enabled him to realize that he has the potential to succeed professionally and make a difference in his community.
ROD AGUILAR, CPA
Partner Johnson, Miller & Co., CPAs, PC Permian Basin Chapter Rod Aguilar began his career in public accounting with Johnson, Miller & Co. upon graduation from The University of Texas of the Permian Basin. He advanced through the ranks at his firm and became a shareholder in 2013. He is active in TSCPA’s Permian Basin Chapter, currently serving as president for the 2018-2019 year. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors for several professional and community organizations, including Centers for Children and Families in Midland. He encourages community service participation among his staff, in particular with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, West Texas Food Bank and Mission Center Adult Day Service. He is a dedicated CPA who personifies the future of the accounting profession while demonstrating great talent and commitment to his chosen field.
KATIE BRIGGS, CPA
Senior Accountant American Association of Professional Landmen, Inc./NAPE Expo, LLP Fort Worth Chapter Katie Briggs is a CPA who has risen to the challenges of her current position and has become an important resource within her organization. She is involved with the Junior League of Fort Worth as a committee member and with Mayfest, Inc. as a member of their Board of Directors, as well as with CampFire, having served on the Finance Committee and Board of Directors. She has volunteered with Cook Children’s Hospital and the Tarrant Area Food Bank. She is also active with committees and the young CPAs group for TSCPA’s Fort Worth Chapter. Her hard work and dedication to the success of the next generation have earned her respect and recognition by her peers.
DUNCAN CAMPBELL, CPA Partner Howard, LLP Dallas Chapter
Duncan Campbell is a partner at Howard, LLP, where he provides overall management and strategic direction for the tax department. He has been involved with the Texas Tax Institute for a number of years as a committee member and speaker. On the personal side, one of his most significant achievements has been to train for and complete an ironman triathlon race, where participants swim, bike and run for a combined 140.6 miles. He has been recognized as a top accounting professional in the state by the National Academy of Public Accounting professionals, as well as regarded as a great co-worker, boss, father, husband and friend.
HEATHER BANKS, CPA
Corporate Controller Mereken Land & Production Co.
Fort Worth Chapter
Heather Banks is the corporate controller at Mereken Land & Production Co., where she handles daily accounting, tax return preparation, financial statements and other duties for the company. She has served as a board member and is currently treasurer of the Tarrant Ag Scholarship Corporation. She is also an active member of TSCPA’s Fort Worth Chapter, taking the leading role in organizing and conducting the chapter’s holiday philanthropy project Santaccountants. In that position, she encouraged the child care staff of the Today’sCPA November/December 2018
TELLO CABRERA, CPA Audit Manager SBNG, PC El Paso Chapter
In his career at SBNG, Tello Cabrera has been promoted quickly and is now manager of the audit team, working with single audit, multi-family housing, governmental and construction clients. He has served on committees and in leadership positions for TSCPA’s El Paso Chapter, including treasurer, secretary and most recently, chapter
GRANT FARRELL, CPA, ASA, ABV, CFF Managing Member TriKnight Dallas Chapter
Grant Farrell is a valuation, transaction and litigation support professional who has been involved in numerous engagements across a diverse range of industries on both a national and international level. At TriKnight, Farrell provides appraisal review 21