Jeremy Smithcpa

Prior to joining Prosperity Partners in 2022, Jeremy Smith (he/him) performed throughout the world during a 15-year career as a dance artist, living in New York City and San Francisco. He previously served on the board of directors for several not-for-profit dance organizations. A native of Miami, FL, Jeremy began his tax and accounting career with Founder’s CPA after to moving to Chicago in 2019. Inspired by his dad’s volunteerism with the IRS-sponsored VITA program and his desire to provide meaningful help to his communities, he embarked on the multi-year educational journey to become a CPA (pending) and is currently a Senior Associate. Jeremy graduated from The Florida State University in 2004 with a degree in Dance Performance. When not supporting his clients, he loves spending time with his husband and dog.

EXPERTISE: Tax Compliance, Client Service

• Favorite thing about my job: The unique opportunities and the small team
• Desert island book: “The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle” by Haruki Murakami
• Favorite vacation you’ve taken: Two restful weeks in Portugal and Spain
• What is your side gig/passion project/hobby? Staging dances and coaching performers
• Favorite movie quote: “And why is the carpet all wet, TODD?” “I don’t KNOW Margo!” – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
• If you could have dinner with one Marvel character, who would it be and why? What’s a Marvel character?
• What would your last meal be? All the pastas in the world