Staff

Senior Auditor

Brad Ebert

Background
Brad began with the firm a few months after graduating from the University of Nevada, Reno. During his time at UNR, Brad worked as a student-athlete tutor, served as a student mentor for incoming freshmen, and served as the Vice President of Finance for his fraternity.

Education
University of Nevada, Reno – Bachelor of Science in Accounting
University of Nevada, Reno – Bachelor of Science in Finance

Interesting Fact
In the summer of 2016, Brad lived in the Bahamas doing bookkeeping work for a company that plans high school graduation trips.

Senior Auditor

Peng Gao

Background
Peng started at the firm in early 2015 after he graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a Master of Accountancy. He is currently studying for his CPA exams.

Education
University of Nevada, Reno – Master of Accountancy

Interesting Fact
Peng speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese and is a fan of soccer. His favorite teams are Manchester United and Real Madrid; whenever they play in the United States Peng will fly or drive to the game and is there cheering them on.

Senior Auditor

Benjamin Schwartz

Direct Descendant of a Person on the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act Roll

Background
Ben joined the firm after working over ten years in the Casino business.  After graduating from Linfield College in 2008, Ben devoted his career to creating the perfect guest experience.  While working for large gaming corporations in hospitality and marketing, Ben quickly moved up to a Director level employee.  Ben received his executive MBA from University of Nevada, Reno in 2021, where he received a 3.95 GPA. He is currently pursuing his CPA license.

Education
Linfield College – Bachelor of Science in Business Management

University of Nevada, Reno – Executive Master of Business Administration

Interesting Fact
Ben is an Alaskan Native enrolled Tribal Member and spent his childhood splitting time between Palo Alto, CA and an Alaskan Native Village, Northway, AK.

Senior Auditor

Randall Spierer

Background
Randall joined BlueBird in 2015 and is currently studying for his CPA exams. His areas of expertise include internal audits, Title 31 compliance audits, and 401(k) audits. His experience includes the supervision of multiple Tribal, gaming, and employee benefit plan audits. He has also supervised and performed internal audits and Title 31 compliance audits.

After moving from California to Reno, Randall’s work with the Robby Schlesinger Foundation gave him first-hand experience in perseverance, dedication to a cause, collaboration, and the power of a group to affect change.

Education
University of Nevada, Reno – Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting and Information Systems
Magna Cum Laude

Interesting Fact
He previously served as the CFO of the Robby Schlesinger Foundation, a charity raising money for suicide prevention and grief support. Randall is an amateur baker (he makes a mean crème brûlée), an aspiring mixologist, enjoys metalcore rock music, and considers himself a foodie. He finds it hard to pass up any food challenges posted by restaurants.

Staff Auditor

Marc-Phillip Kozuch

Background
Marc-Phillip joined the firm shortly after graduating from the Southern Utah University. He is an active member of the Omicron Delta Epsilon Economics Honor Society and graduated from SUU with a dual major in Accounting and Economics. During his time at SUU, he was a German tutor and was a member of SUU’s International Student Association.

Education
Southern Utah University – Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Economics

Interesting Fact
Marc-Phillip is an avid traveler and has been to four continents and speaks three languages fluently. He enjoys outdoor activities and discovering new cuisines. During his free time, you can find him with his family and cats or riding his motorcycle.

Staff Auditor

Jim Petrovic

Background

Jim began working with the firm in January 2020.  Prior to that, he had five years of experience in the accounting industry with firms in the Reno area.

Education

University of Nevada Reno – Bachelor of Science Accounting
University of Nevada Reno – Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Economics

Interesting Fact

Before getting his degree, Jim once pack a box at a warehouse where he was working, only to later unpack the same box at the retail location it was shipped to, where he was also working.

Staff Auditor

Oliver Wang

Background
Oliver joined the firm for the first time in 2019. After working and spending time with family for a year in China, he rejoined the firm in 2021. Prior to joining BlueBird, Oliver worked for a publicly traded insurance company as an accountant in Virginia, where he obtained his graduate degree. He was a member of the professional business fraternity, Delta Sigma Pi, during his undergraduate studies where he served as Finance Chair.

Education
College of William & Mary – Master of Accounting
Kent State University – Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting
Magna Cum Laude

Certifications
Certified Internal Auditor

Professional Affiliations
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Beta Alpha Psi

Interesting Fact
Oliver enjoys trying new things and traveling to different places. He was formerly a hospitality management student during college where he took professional culinary classes. He still cooks whenever possible while he is at home.

Staff Auditor

Tyler Yamamoto

Background
Tyler joined the team immediately after graduating the University of Nevada, Reno. During his time as an undergraduate, Tyler worked for the Associated Students of Nevada as an Accounting Technician, served as the Secretary of his fraternity, and worked with New Student Initiatives to help welcome incoming freshmen during orientation.

Education
University of Nevada, Reno – Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Minor in Information Systems

Interesting Fact
Tyler enjoys snowboarding, hiking, playing video games, trying out new food, and meeting new people.  When he isn’t working, you can find him spending time with his friends and family. Tyler is also the first in his whole family to graduate from a four-year university.

Accounts and Administrative Director

Kami Alt

Background
Kami joined the firm in early 2015 as a receptionist. She had prior experience in retail and customer service but found she was seeking a more career focused profession, which she found with BlueBird. As Accounts and Administrative Director, Kami usually has her hands full with running the office. Hers is one of the voices you hear when you call the office seeking invoices or portal questions. She oversees anything related to human resources, manages accounts payable and receivable, and sees to other administrative items that may arise around the office.

Education
Truckee Meadows Community College
Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Law

Interesting Fact
Kami is intrigued by abnormal psychology and gets her fix by listening to serial killer podcasts and watching documentaries.

Marketing and Administrative Director

April Dockrey

Background
April started at the firm in late 2012 as the receptionist. She then moved to an associate position where she took over proofreading and formatting our endless reports. As Marketing and Administrative Director, April manages all the marketing for the firm and works with Kami to oversee the administrative and human resources aspects of the office. April is also our Employee Engagement Advocate, party planner, Newsletter writer, official package shipper, marketing expert-in-training, and tradeshow specialist.

Education
University of Nevada, Reno – Bachelor of Arts in English Literature
Pierce College – Associate of Arts

Interesting Fact
April is passionate about organization, the Oxford comma, and correct formatting. She practices tai chi, usually has her nose in a book, loves binge watching tv shows, enjoys live music, and was reintroduced to fishing by her red-bearded boyfriend.

Receptionist and Travel Coordinator

Sabrina Nuttall

Background
Sabrina joined the firm in mid-2021 after her experience in retail management made her realize she desired to work in an office environment again. As the receptionist and travel coordinator, Sabrina will be the one answering your phone calls, coordinating travel plans, and helping with administrative tasks around the office.

Education
University of Nevada, Reno (In progress) – Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and Political Science

Interesting Fact
Sabrina enjoys embarking on new adventures including skydiving, attending concerts, rock climbing, snowboarding, and traveling whenever possible. Most of all she loves spending quality time with her boyfriend, family, friends and fur baby named Luna. From time to time, she also happens to serve as a marriage officiant for friends and family.