Rachel Farris, CPA – 2025 “40 Under 40” Honoree
Founder & CEO at Tax Stack AI
https://www.taxstackai.com/
Recent Career Highlights:
- Named to the Forbes Top 200 CPAs
- Founded Tax Stack AI, a SaaS platform focused on helping small and mid-sized firms adopt AI.
- Started a new service line that advises accounting firms by designing and implementing custom AI solutions and automation strategies to modernize operations and improve efficiency.
- Developed curriculum and served as an instructor with Becker Professional Education.
- Published thought leadership in Accounting Today and was featured on multiple industry podcasts, speaking on AI adoption, the future of accounting, and innovation in the profession.
Outreach Beyond the Firm:
Rachel is actively working to expand access to and interest in the accounting profession through education and outreach. She leads workshops at high schools and universities to introduce students to accounting and financial literacy early, helping them better understand career opportunities in the field. She hosts free webinars on technology and accounting topics to make emerging tools more accessible, and speaks on podcasts and at conferences about strengthening the talent pipeline and engaging the next generation of professionals. Additionally, Rachel mentors young women in college, supporting their growth and confidence as they pursue careers in accounting and business.
Favorite podcasts/books/blogs/websites/magazines for professional development:
- How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
- 101 Essays that will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
- Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
- The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
See all of the 2025 “40 Under 40” and “20 Under 40” honorees.
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