In addition to tax compliance, we also offer comprehensive Proactive Planning Services
To help provide that forward-looking, proactive advice to clients, we provide you with access to a Proactive Planning Team
Their focus is beyond tax compliance – they will focus on:
Understanding & Prioritizing your planning needs
Help address your biggest problems
Achieve your most important goals
Proactive Planning Team
Your local “eyes and ears” to help you focus on planning priorities and identify opportunities.
Randall Brody
Client Relationship Lead
Randall Brody
Client Relationship Lead
Tax expert Randall Brody is the founder of Tax Samaritan and Peace Of Mind Help, companies specializing in expatriate tax solutions and tax resolution. With his Enrolled Agent (EA) designation from the Internal Revenue Service, Randall helps clients solve complex tax problems and alleviate their stress and fear.
Brody has been published in the EA Journal, the industry magazine for the National Association of Enrolled Agents. For over 30 years, he has guided over 9,500 taxpayers and eliminated more than $800 million in tax debt.
He lives in North Las Vegas, Nev. with his wife, Connie, and their giant dogs Gracie, a Labradoodle; Scoobie, a Great Dane; and Zummie, a St. Berdoodle. The Brody's have five children and six grandchildren.
Stuart Kruse
Wealth Management
Stuart Kruse
Wealth Management
J. Stuart Kruse, CFA, has a Masters in Management (MBA) from Kellogg Graduate School of Management with concentrations in Finance, Decision Sciences (Game Theory), Marketing and Entrepreneurship & Innovation. After helping to bring a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) public on the American Stock Exchange in 1997, he worked at Lehman Brothers as an investment advisor and then at Bear Stearns as Portfolio Manager advising on over $1B in asset. It was at Bear Stearns where Mr. Kruse created several quantitative portfolios that evaluate stocks’ fundamental characteristics that have traditionally led toward market outperformance. Since inception (May, 2005), QVP (Quantitative Value Portfolio), KAM’s flag-ship portfolio, is approximately doubling the returns of the S&P 500 (net of fees) without assuming additional risk.
Mr. Kruse founded Kruse Asset Management (“KAM”) in 2007, based on statistical principles of KAM’s successful QVP, where he manages money for High Net Worth and Family Offices. Additionally he is an advisor for YCharts, a financial, web-based company that is backed by Morningstar. Mr. Kruse has served as an adjunct professor and Concordia University’s school of business and Lake Forest Graduate School of management where he taught classes in Entrepreneurship, Ethical Leadership and the Decisions Sciences. He has also testified as an expert economist for a variety of legal cases.
Mr. Kruse also holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University and has served charities such as The Posse Foundation (Chicago Board Member), the Karam Foundation (International tutor/mentor) and Renaissance Knights. He and his wife, Shermin Kruse, a partner at the law firm of Barack Ferrazzano, have four children.
Bridger Silvester
Proactive Coordinator
Bridger Silvester
Proactive Coordinator
Bridger has been on the operations side of the finance industry for over 7 years. He is a Certified Scrum Master and has a Bachelor's in Finance from Western Governors University. Prior to working for , he worked with ERT through SDP Personalized Planning, a local financial advisory firm.
As a Proactive Coordinator within VFO Services and Tax Samaritan, Bridger is the main point of contact and liaison within the Proactive Planning Team and clients.
Bridger and his wife Tara live in Layton, Utah and enjoy exercise, travel, searching for treasure in the summer, and spending time with friends and family.
Evan Anderson
Proactive Facilitator
Evan Anderson
Proactive Facilitator
Evan Anderson is a jack-of-all-trades with a storied career that reflects that fact. His career began in restaurant management first in a chaotic, family restaurant and ending in high-end hospitality. After completing his bachelor's degree in communications, he moved into the entertainment industry where he spent several years working at the FOX 9 Television Station, broadcasting across Minnesota. Maintaining several roles including talent coordination, master control operations, and directing.
Life then led Evan to Hollywood where he honed his coordinator skills working as a Stage Manager at the FOX Studio Lot. He supported the production teams of television shows, movies, commercials and music videos in navigating lot services. Evan worked to provide the best service a production could ask for, maintaining the ideal that service and cooperation is the prime strategy to create an excellent final product.
Evan has now joined VFO Services working with Tax Samaritan and is thrilled to bring his commitment to excellent service to his role as Proactive Facilitator. He believes that focusing on people first is a key to successful partnerships in a field primed for cooperation. Evan, his wife, and his dog reside in Salt Lake City, Utah where they thoroughly enjoy getting out into nature in their free time!
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Ready to Lead Exceptional Client Experiences?
About Us:
Tax Samaritan is a leading U.S. expat tax preparation and advisory firm dedicated to simplifying tax complexities for clients worldwide. Guided by our core values, we are committed to integrity, excellence, and empathy in all client interactions.
Position Summary
The Client Workflow Excellence Manager will lead the client service experience at Tax Samaritan. This role ensures clients receive unparalleled communication, seamless service delivery, and exceptional care aligned with our commitment to proactive and personalized tax solutions for U.S. expats.
What You’ll Do:
Lead the client experience journey, ensuring seamless service delivery.
Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and exceed client expectations.
Combines Lean Six Sigma expertise with a focus on achieving client excellence.
Coach and mentor staff to uphold service excellence.
Foster and maintain strong client relationships through regular, proactive communication.
Serve as a central contact for client concerns and feedback, ensuring world-class client satisfaction.
Monitor and uphold service standards to exceed client expectations.
Why Join Us?
A fully remote, flexible work environment. Freedom to work from anywhere, whenever you want.
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. A culture that values your input and celebrates your successes.
Qualifications, Skills, and Core Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field preferred.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is preferred.
Background and experience in tax or accounting is preferred.
Proven experience in client service management, operations, or similar roles.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and project management tools.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
Leadership skills with a knack for inspiring and guiding teams toward common goals.
Tax Samaritan is a leading U.S. expat tax preparation and advisory firm dedicated to simplifying tax complexities for clients worldwide. Guided by our core values, we are committed to integrity, excellence, and empathy in all client interactions.
Position Summary
The Client Transformation Success Manager plays a key role in delivering exceptional client experiences by building strong relationships and offering value-driven tax advisory and financial planning. This role ensures clients receive proactive, strategic guidance to achieve long-term financial success.
What You’ll Do:
Serve as the central point of contact for clients, building trust and fostering meaningful, long-term relationships.
Deliver personalized, proactive service by developing comprehensive tax and financial plans that integrate wealth management, estate planning, and risk mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with the Client Excellence Manager on After Action Reports (AARs) to drive continuous improvement in client experiences and service delivery.
Articulate Tax Samaritan’s transformative value proposition to prospective and current clients, guiding them on a journey to achieve measurable financial success and peace of mind.
Continuously “plus” the client experience, delivering surprising and delightful touches that exceed expectations.
Why Join Us?
A fully remote, flexible work environment. Freedom to work from anywhere, whenever you want.
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. A culture that values your input and celebrates your successes.
Qualifications, Skills, and Core Competencies
U.S. CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) required.
Proven expertise in tax advisory, accounting services, or financial planning, with an emphasis on proactive strategies and wealth management.
Demonstrated ability to build authentic client relationships, emphasizing care and understanding.
A commitment to simplifying processes, enhancing transparency, and creating value-driven, indispensable experiences.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex tax and financial concepts.
A track record of delivering exceptional client value through innovative, tailored solutions.
Embody Tax Samaritan’s core values by delivering high-quality service with integrity, proactivity, and compassion.
