Advantous Consulting LLC

05/28/2026

Advantous’ Carl Walker will be speaking at the 2026 The American Petroleum Institute Excise Tax Forum in Houston on June 3.

Carl will join Todd Staples (Texas Oil and Gas Association), Kerry Albright (Marathon Petroleum Corporation), and Layne Wroblewski (Devon Energy) for the session, “Hot Topics in: Texas,” where the panel will discuss key developments and issues impacting the industry.

We’re proud to see Carl representing Advantous at this year’s Forum and contributing to the conversation on important Texas tax topics. If you’ll be attending, be sure to stop by the session. We hope to see you there!

05/26/2026

We are excited to announce that Aaron Simmons has joined Advantous Consulting as Manager of Sales and Use Tax.

Aaron brings nearly two decades of indirect tax experience to the firm. Prior to joining Advantous, he worked with multiple international tax firms, advising clients across the manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and insurance industries.

His expertise includes multistate sales and use tax audit defense, reverse audits, voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), and tax compliance. Aaron’s extensive experience and technical knowledge further strengthen the value and support Advantous provides to clients nationwide.

Aaron earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Tennessee State University.

Please join us in welcoming Aaron to the Advantous team.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We are grateful for their courage, dedication, and the freedoms their sacrifice made possible.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

Registration is now open for the 6th Annual SALT Summit hosted by Advantous Consulting. 📣

This year’s Summit will feature industry experts, policymakers, and business leaders exploring the most pressing and forward-looking developments in state and local tax through expert-led panels and targeted presentations.

Key Session Themes Will Include:
• State & Local Tax Policy Developments
• Gulf Coast Emerging Sales Tax Trends
• Navigating Property Tax Reform
• Texas Appraisal Trends & Insights
• The Evolving Role of Incentive Advisors
• Strategic Alignment of SALT and Incentives

🚨 Register today: https://reg.eventmobi.com/2026-salt-summit

Early bird pricing ends August 7, 2026. Additional speaker announcements and session details will be released in the coming weeks.

Join us in Houston for candid conversations, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections.

Building on five years of momentum, Advantous Consulting is excited to host its 6th Annual SALT Summit in Houston. Join us for a day and a half of engagin...

05/19/2026

Oregon just introduced a new incentive for job creation and it’s worth a look for growing businesses.

Under SB 1507-A, employers can claim a $1,000 tax credit per new job created in Oregon, up to $10,000 per year. To qualify, positions must pay at least 150% of the applicable minimum wage, and employers must obtain certification from the Oregon Business Development Department before claiming the credit.

A few key points:
• Based on net job growth year-over-year
• Credit cannot exceed tax liability
• Unused credits can be carried forward for up to 3 years

While the dollar amount is modest, this is a straightforward incentive that rewards meaningful job creation especially for businesses already expanding their workforce.

If your business is hiring in Oregon, now is a good time to review your eligibility and plan ahead. Reach out if you want help evaluating whether you qualify or navigating the certification process.

05/18/2026

Aloha from Advantous Consulting, proud sponsor of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation’s 50th Annual Conference. 🌺

As IPT celebrates five decades of excellence in state and local tax education and connection, we’re honored to support this milestone event and the continued growth of the SALT community.

Be sure to catch Jason DeCuir as he presents “Paddling in Sync: Aligning Sales and Property Tax Teams,” and stop by to connect with the Advantous team.

We look forward to seeing friends, clients, and colleagues in Hawaii for this special event.

05/15/2026

Happy Birthday to our team members celebrating in Q2! 🎉

Join us in wishing Jacob Bell, Jeni Evans, Kim Wallett, Matthew Wiggins, Scott Bordelon, and Andrew Black a very happy birthday.

We appreciate all that you do and hope your year ahead is a great one!

05/14/2026

Advantous’ Blaike Lee Ordes and Rachael Kennedy Averett will be speaking to members of the Louisiana Associated General Contractors at their upcoming Tax Updates Webinar.

The session will cover key tax developments and updates impacting contractors across Louisiana, with insights on a wide range of tax topics and current issues to watch.

We’re looking forward to joining the conversation and connecting with attendees during the webinar.

05/14/2026

Georgia continues expanding its workforce incentive strategy with the passage of HB 519, creating a new state-level Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) tied directly to the federal program.

Beginning in 2026, eligible employers may claim a Georgia credit equal to the federal WOTC amount, capped at $500 per qualifying employee and subject to a $10M annual statewide cap.

The bill is currently awaiting Governor Kemp’s signature, and if enacted, would position Georgia among a growing number of states leveraging workforce-based tax incentives to support hiring and retention.

Worth watching how this interacts with the uncertainty surrounding federal WOTC reauthorization.

05/13/2026

Great to be in New Orleans for the Louisiana Association of Tax Representatives (LATR) May Meeting.

We always appreciate the opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and stay engaged on the latest developments impacting the SALT community.

Thank you to LATR for bringing everyone together.