Gordon, Hughes and Banks, LLP
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Sheryl L. Brake, CPA
VALUATION & TAX PARTNER

Sheryl L. Brake, CPA,CVA

Boulder Office

Sheryl is the partner in charge of the Boulder office. She began her career in accounting in 1986 and has been providing valuation services since 2003. Although Sheryl is still active in traditional areas of tax compliance and consulting, she also provides business valuation services for sales, acquisitions, divorce, estate and gift valuations, family limited partnerships and discounts.

Sheryl works with clients in a wide range of industries and closely held businesses, including construction, restaurants, specialized trades and retail establishments. Her experience has enabled her to consult on many different tax issues involving sales and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, succession and exit planning, and consolidated corporate filings and trusts.

Sheryl’s defining characteristic is her genuine concern for the importance of client service. She prides herself on focusing on her clients’ needs, promptly returning telephone calls, providing requested services, and being alert to opportunities for additional, innovative insights. Sheryl’s warm, personalized approach is highly valued by her clients.

Background

Sheryl has been with GHB since 1986. She received her CPA certificate in 1987 and her Certified Valuation Analyst Certificate from the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA) in 2003. She is currently Treasurer of the Colorado State Chapter of NACVA.

In the Mid 1990s, while her two daughters were young, Sheryl home-officed three days a week in order to spend more time with her family. She is now back on professional track and energetically growing the Boulder office.

Education

BSBA, Colorado State University

Professional Affiliations

  • National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Colorado Chapter of NACVA, Treasurer
  • Girl Scouts of USA – lifetime member
  • Girl Scouts, Mile Hi Council – Former Girl Scout troop leader; past Unit Manager and Council Delegate
  • Medicine Horse Program, past Treasurer

"It is so refreshing to deal with someone who is a true businessperson. You have handled this project efficiently and effectively. You return phone calls promptly, you move swiftly, and most importantly, you do what you say you are going to do. Thanks for all your help."

Sam Shalhoub
Managing Partner
Vision Companies CO

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