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Business Advisory Council


The Department of Revenue formed a Business Advisory Council (BAC) to facilitate dialogue between the department and representatives of Washington's business community around tax policy and operational issues.

I sincerely appreciate the time Council Members invest in us to improve both our operations and tax policy.

Vikki Smith, Director
 

Meeting quarterly, the BAC's purpose is to:

  • Provide ideas, input and perspectives to the department, and to help the department better understand how different administrative options affect taxpayers.
  • Assist the department in identifying efficiencies in the administration of state taxes and fees, and to offer constructive feedback regarding current or proposed tax policy.
  • Provide a forum for direct stakeholder feedback.

Council members

The Business Advisory Council is diverse and consists of up to 16 members, including Vikki Smith, Director.

The members are:

  • Michele Baisler - Director, KPMG LLP
  • Vicki Baker - Owner/Operator, Yakima Grocery Outlet
  • Lois C. Cook - Owner/Manager, America's Phone Guys
  • Patrick Connor - Director, National Federation of Independent Businesses
  • James Dixson - Owner/Operator, Friendly Computers
  • Chris Falco - Partner/CPA, Falco Sult
  • Wendy Gillihan - Owner/Business Advisor, Gryffin Consulting
  • Mark Johnson - VP of Government Affairs, Washington Retail Association
  • Darcy Kooiker - Partner/CPA, Armanino LLP
  • Robert L. Mahon - Chair, Perkins Coie LLP
  • Tarah McLaughlin - Senior Manager, State & Local Tax, Amazon
  • William C. Severson - William C. Severson, Attorney at Law PLLC
  • Joe Strong - Director, State & Local Tax Policy, Microsoft

More information

Meet the BAC members

Charter

Next scheduled meeting

March 15, 2021
12 - 3 p.m.
Webinar

Note: While the meeting is open to the public, participation during the meeting is limited to appointed members of the Council and those presenting. If you wish to attend, please let us know; and we will send you information on how to access the webinar for the March 15 meeting.

Meeting schedule

Meeting materials

Apply now, if interested in becoming a member.

 

More information

Meet the BAC members

Charter

Next scheduled meeting
March 15, 2021
12 - 3 p.m.
Webinar

Note: While the meeting is open to the public, participation during the meeting is limited to appointed members of the Council and those presenting. If you wish to attend, please let us know; and we will send you information on how to access the webinar for the March 15 meeting.

Meeting schedule

Meeting materials

Apply now, if interested in becoming a member.

 

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