Steve Erchul, CPA, MBT
Tax Principal | Minneapolis Office
952-920-6603
How Steve got here
- Master of Business Taxation from Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota, May 2002
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Administration from North Dakota State University, May 1993
How Steve approaches work
“Listening to my client’s needs is the most important way I deliver the services a client really wants. I am opposed to providing clients with services that are unwarranted in order to generate higher fees. Instead, I identify opportunities for services that will help my clients improve their business, and therefore improve their bottom line. I believe all clients are important regardless of size or number of years in business. Every client deserves a quick, yet
How does Steve Spend His Time Elsewhere
“I enjoy golfing, biking and traveling to warm destinations with my wife. I also enjoy reading books by Stephen King, Dean Kootz and John Saul. I serve as the Treasurer of the Edinburgh USA Pro-Am Foundation.”
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