Who We Are
Our team at Pitch CPA, LLC is driven by a passion for helping you and your businesses thrive. Located in Bothell, WA, we proudly serve the clients in the Seattle Metro area and beyond. As a boutique CPA firm, we bring a relationship driven approach to our services while leveraging a global perspective. With a focus on building lasting relationships, we go beyond the numbers to provide insights and solutions that make a real impact. Trust is the foundation of our client partnerships, and our expertise is the pillar that supports your financial success year after year. Our team stays up-to-date with the latest industry trends and regulations, ensuring that you receive cutting-edge solutions tailored to your specific needs.
Tyler Kowal, CPA
As Founder and Principal of Pitch CPA, Tyler has a passion for building strong financial foundations for individuals and businesses. He received his degree in Accounting and Finance from one of the top accounting programs in the country at Gonzaga University. His career began at Deloitte, where he spent time working with large SEC clients and small venture-backed startups. He further refined his expertise at Amazon, helping grow and expand AWS to a global brand, onboarding acquired subsidiaries, and navigating SEC reporting. Tyler founded Pitch from a strong desire to return to public accounting and offer high-level CPA services to individuals and businesses. He is passionate about sharing his experiences in real estate, stock-based compensation, and small businesses. In his free time, Tyler enjoys watching soccer, playing golf and spending time with his wife and two children.
Denise Lawson, CPA
Denise graduated Central Washington University with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting. She began her career at a local CPA firm where she gained experience with a variety of business operations and structures before moving on to private accounting as a controller of a construction company. Realizing her passion was in public accounting, Denise returned to work at a CPA firm where she ultimately became a partner and grew her practice for 20+ years. In 2021, she was excited to merge with Pitch CPA, a move that offers opportunities for increased technology and efficiencies, and a larger team bringing greater breadth of knowledge to the business. Denise has a passion for small business operations and the unique challenges small businesses face. Outside of the office, she loves soccer, traveling with her husband, and spending time with family.
Mac Graham, CPA
As a graduate of Gonzaga University with concentrations in Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship, Mac has a well-rounded view of business and financial concepts used to assist our clients in a variety of ways. After spending 5 years in public accounting with Moss Adams, he transitioned to private industry where he worked in corporate finance for several years before jumping at the opportunity to join a one-of-a-kind firm in Pitch CPA. Mac is passionate about all things personal finance, real estate, and small business. Taxes are a key aspect of these passions and he loves sharing his expertise with clients. In his free time, you can find him snowboarding at Crystal Mountain, hiking northwest peaks, spending time with his wonderful wife, or fly fishing a local stream.
Nick Aoki, CPA
Bringing 12 years of experience from Moss Adams, Nick joined Pitch CPA with a wealth of knowledge. He holds a B.A. in Accounting from the University of Washington and an M.S. in Taxation from Golden Gate University. Nick specializes in collaborating with closely held business owners and executives, dedicating himself to understanding their business models and personal financial goals. His focus includes providing comprehensive tax planning strategies and educational insights on stock options. As a board member of the Accounting Career Awareness Program, Nick exemplifies professional excellence and demonstrates a strong commitment to community engagement. Beyond the office, he enjoys golfing and his roles as a husband and dad.
Tim Cotton, CPA
Tim is a US Army veteran who discovered accounting after returning to civilian life. He graduated from the University of Washington Bothell with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. He began his career at a mid-size accounting firm in Bellevue and developed a specialty in several areas of taxation including real estate, small business, and international reporting. After 4 years,Tim made the jump to Pitch CPA. He enjoys helping clients understand and meet their requirements for real-estate businesses and international tax reporting. When not in the office you can find Tim working on his motorcycle, doing some DIY projects around the house, or traveling with his fiancée.
Amber Hudson, CPA
Amber studied accounting at Seattle Pacific University, and passed the CPA exam shortly after graduation. In 1997, Amber joined a local CPA firm where she remained for 24 years until the merger with Pitch CPA. Amber enjoys using Excel to analyze financial data for decision making and configuring QuickBooks to optimize client data entry workflows. When she isn’t working, Amber finds joy in hiking, camping, riding horses, and time with family.
Brittany McCleery, CPA
Brittany earned her degree in Accounting from Gonzaga University and began her career at Moss Adams as an auditor in public accounting. After five years, Brittany transitioned to roles in both private and public sectors, gaining a well-rounded perspective on business operations and financial management. With an analytical mindset, Brittany enjoys being in the details. She is personable, naturally curious, finding joy in helping others solve problems and simplify processes. Outside of her professional life, Brittany treasures time with her husband and daughter. She loves skiing up at Whistler, exploring national parks, and delving into true crime podcasts.
Charlie Barringer, CPA
Charlie has worked for Pitch CPA since 2020, receiving his CPA License in summer of 2023. Charlie focuses on individual and business tax filings, assisting clients with tax planning, bookkeeping solutions and tax preparation. Charlie is a local, graduating from Bothell High School and UW Seattle and was a member of the UW Men's Cross Country and Track teams! Charlie still loves to run, enjoys watching movies, and getting together with friends to split a pizza order.
Maranda
As a graduate of Central Washington University with a bachelor's degree in accounting, Maranda began her career at a mid-tier accounting firm, specializing in individual and small business taxation. Maranda spent five years working with the United Way of King County’s Free Tax Preparation program, assisting low-income Seattle-area residents with their taxes. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with her family.
