14 JUL 2025 / SERVICES UPDATES

Smith + Howard Launches SSI and SALT Practices to Expand Strategic Tax Offerings

- MYCPE ONE Insights Team

Summary

It is generated by AI

Atlanta-based firm Smith + Howard has launched two new tax strategy practices: Site Selection + Incentives (SSI), led by economic development expert Shelly Carmichael, and State and Local Income Tax Consulting (SALT), headed by tax attorney Brandee A. Tilman. These specialized practices aim to guide businesses through location decisions, incentive optimization, and multi-state income and franchise tax compliance, thereby providing high-impact, client-centric advisory services that enhance businesses' ROI.

Smith + Howard is doubling down on tax strategy with the debut of two specialized practices: Site Selection + Incentives (SSI) and State and Local Income Tax Consulting (SALT). The Atlanta-based IPA 100 firm tapped economic development expert Shelly Carmichael to lead SSI, while seasoned tax attorney Brandee A. Tilman heads SALT, reflecting the firm’s focus on high-impact, client-centric advisory.

Carmichael’s SSI group guides businesses through location decisions and incentive optimization for expansions, relocations, and supply chain pivots. From labor market analysis to incentives negotiation, the practice helps clients turn geographic strategy into measurable ROI.

Tilman’s SALT practice addresses the increasing complexity of multi-state income and franchise tax compliance. With expertise in nexus, sourcing, M&A tax exposure, and refund opportunities, the practice serves both entities and firms needing specialized support. Its unique “SALT Desk” even extends white-label consulting for CPA firms.

“These launches mark a strategic evolution of our tax services,” said Marc Azar, Smith + Howard’s national tax leader. “Shelly and Brandee bring unmatched depth and vision in two of today’s most vital tax arenas.”

Until next time…

Don’t forget to share this story on LinkedIn, X and Facebook

📢MYCPE ONE Insights has a newsletter on LinkedIn as well! If you want the sharpest analysis of all accounting and finance news without the jargon, Insights is the place to be! Click Here to Join

Digital Marketing Services for CPA & Accounting Firms - Starting $399/month.

Struggling to attract new clients? MYCPE ONE’s Digital Marketing Services help accounting firms stand out, generate leads, and grow revenue effortlessly.

With expertise in SEO, paid ads, social media, and targeted PPC, MYCPE ONE maximizes your marketing efforts to deliver high ROI and broader industry reach.

Invest in digital marketing for your firm today—see the difference with MYCPE ONE!
Stand out. Generate leads. Grow revenue.

Schedule a call today!

Smith + Howard Launches SSI and SALT Practices to Expand Strategic Tax Offerings

Related Articles