Sam North

Sam North is the Managing Principal at Sweeney Conrad, P.S., an accounting firm based in Bellevue, Washington. He took on this role on November 1, 2021, succeeding John Forrest, who had served as the Managing Shareholder since 2014.13

Educational Background::

• Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Utah (1999-2001)
• Master of Business Administration from Seattle University (2005-2008)

Professional Experience::

• Sam began his career at Sweeney Conrad in 2008 as a tax associate and became a shareholder in 2015.14
• Prior to joining Sweeney Conrad, he worked as a Senior Associate in Federal Tax at KPMG from 2010 to 2012.25
• His expertise includes tax compliance and consulting services for closely held businesses, international tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, and family wealth transfer strategies.4

Certifications::

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in Washington State since April 2010.
• Holds an Advanced Professional Certificate in Corporate International Taxation from the International Bureau of Fiscal Documentation.24

In addition to his professional achievements, Sam North served in the U.S. Navy for over 13 years before transitioning to a career in accounting.2 He is also passionate about skiing and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family.4