Overview
Jessica is a partner in Aprio’s Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality group, where she helps growth-focused restaurant companies scale with confidence. With more than a decade of experience in public accounting, she advises both multi-unit franchisees and chef-driven, original concept groups on how to expand into new markets, grow their teams, and build resilient, profitable businesses. From a technical standpoint, Jessica specializes in providing tax planning, financial modeling, entity structuring, succession planning, and performance benchmarking, possessing a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities restaurant businesses face.
Experience
Jessica serves as a trusted advisor to restaurant owners and operators that are navigating complex growth decisions. Known for her thoughtful yet practical approach, Jessica builds strong relationships with her clients and their leadership teams, serving as both a sounding board and a strategist as they plan for what’s next. Her clients turn to her not only for technical expertise, but for her ability to see around corners — offering insights on expansion strategy, capital planning, team structure, and market entry.
From startup-stage concepts preparing to open their first location to established groups looking to add infrastructure or professionalize operations, Jessica delivers strategic guidance tailored to each phase of growth.
Education & Affiliations
Jessica graduated from Georgia State University with her master’s in taxation (MTAX) degree. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Georgia Southern University. Her professional affiliations include:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA)
- Aprio Foundation, Secretary of Executive Board & Grant Committee Co-Chair
- Atlanta Beltline Partnership Board Member and Finance Committee Member
- Member of the Les Dames d’Escoffier Atlanta Chapter
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