Mark Gallegos, CPA, MST, is a tax partner on Porte Brown’s accounting and consulting services team in the Elgin, Ill., office. He has more than 20 years of experience. He spends a great deal of time advising, speaking, and writing about international tax, mergers & acquisitions and credits and incentives. Gallegos has been entrenched in the intricacies of tax legislations and impending changes. Gallegos co-hosts a recurring webinar series on the topic and regularly speaks on tax legislation and other tax topics.
Mark is a frequently sought-after public speaker, known for his insightful commentary and his deep understanding of our complex tax legislation. He has served as an expert contributor to global media outlets such as Wall Street Journal, CNN, USA Today, Washington Post, Bloomberg, FOX News, ABC News, Tax Advisor, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, as well as many local news publications, industry podcasts, and news radio broadcasts.
Before joining Porte Brown, Mark honed his skills at two national accounting firms, where he focused on advising middle-market clients. He is passionate about helping clients navigate the intricacies of the tax code and serving as a strategic business advisor to support their success. Gallegos is a licensed CPA in Illinois and has a Master of Science in Taxation from DePaul University. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Gallegos grew up in Chicago and currently resides in Palatine, Illinois.
Illinois CPA Society - 2025 Distinguished Service Award - Media Expert

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