Our Staff

Nancy Reich is a Partner and President of Aviation CPAs, where she works closely with clients on complex tax matters, tax return preparation and planning, and aviation-related accounting and tax issues. She has been with the firm since 2003 and brings more than 40 years of experience in public accounting, tax, and financial reporting.

Nancy works with clients on individual and business tax planning and preparation, aircraft-related tax matters, and financial reporting and accounting services. Her experience includes working with aircraft owners and operators, closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and other clients navigating the financial and tax considerations associated with aircraft ownership and operation.

Prior to joining Aviation CPAs, Nancy gained experience in tax, accounting, and auditing across government, corporate, nonprofit, and aviation environments. This broad background provides her with a practical perspective when working with clients and addressing complex financial and tax matters.

Nancy earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Hofstra University in New York. She is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Florida and Maryland and is a member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Nancy is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and regularly participates in NBAA tax and transactional seminars and conferences. She stays engaged with developments affecting business aircraft owners and operators through continuing education and industry events, with a particular interest in aviation tax issues relevant to her client work.

Sue Folkringa is a Certified Public Accountant and has been the company's resident "Aviation Taxologist" since 2008. She is a licensed pilot and proud owner-pilot of a Piper Comanche aircraft and flies gliders in her spare time. Sue completed her Masters of Taxation from Florida Atlantic University in 2015, and also holds a MBA - Accounting and Finance and a BBA - Accounting from Grand Valley State University.

Sue is a member of NBAA and serves on their Tax Committee. She also serves on Florida Aviation Business Associations (FABA) Board of Directors, and is a member of AOPA, EAA, AIPCA, FICPA, SFBAA and CalCPA. She is a frequent presenter at NBAA Tax Conferences, AOPA Summits and other industry events. No stranger to public speaking, Sue also co-presents the company's aviation tax webinars which feature topics that address financial and tax issues relative to aircraft owners, operators, financial and legal professionals.

Barry Haimowitz is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 28 years of experience in tax preparation and consulting. As a Partner at Aviation CPAs, he works primarily with individuals and businesses on tax return preparation and provides tax support for a variety of tax and compliance needs.

Barry joined Aviation CPAs in 2017 and has developed experience working with the firm's aviation clients and the unique tax considerations associated with aircraft ownership and use. His areas of focus include individual income tax returns, partnership and S corporation returns, IRS & state audits, state tax returns, and foreign reporting requirements, including FBAR filings when applicable.

Prior to joining Aviation CPAs, Barry worked as an independent tax consultant, providing tax preparation and consulting services to individuals and businesses. His previous experience included preparation of Forms 1040, partnership and S corporation returns, state income tax returns, and related tax filings.

Barry holds a Master's Degree in Accounting from Florida International University and is a Certified Public Accountant. Since joining Aviation CPAs, he has continued to expand his knowledge of aviation taxation through participation in aviation tax seminars, conferences, and continuing professional education.

Outside of work, Barry enjoys fitness and spending time at the gym, traveling, and enjoying good food. He is also an animal lover and has owned five Great Danes over the years.

Bobbi Reidy is an Administrative Partner and owner of Aviation CPAs. In her role, Bobbi oversees the firm's accounting and administrative operations, helping ensure the day-to-day financial and business functions of the company are managed efficiently and accurately.

Her responsibilities include overseeing the preparation of internal financial reports, maintaining accounting records and the firm's chart of accounts, managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, processing payroll, coordinating bank reconciliations, and overseeing human resources functions. Bobbi also works directly with clients on accounts receivable matters and plays an important role in the firm's overall financial and administrative management.

Prior to joining Aviation CPAs, Bobbi served as Controller for MAXY Aviation Services, a full-service fixed-base operator (FBO) at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Her experience in aviation business operations and financial management provides valuable industry perspective in her role at Aviation CPAs.

Bobbi is a member of The CPA Firm Management Association and has been involved in the aviation industry throughout her professional career. She also serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors of Honor Flight South Florida, an organization dedicated to honoring South Florida veterans by providing them with the opportunity to visit the memorials built in their honor in Washington, D.C.

A South Florida native, Bobbi was born and raised in Miami and graduated from Southwest Miami High School. She takes particular pride in her involvement with Honor Flight South Florida and the opportunity to see firsthand the impact the organization has on the veterans it serves.

Shayne Gutierrez serves as General Manager of Flight Tax Systems (FTS), the aviation tax software division of Aviation CPAs. She oversees the day-to-day operations and continued development of FTS, including product strategy, client relations, software support, marketing, and business development. Shayne works closely with FTS clients, including aircraft owners, operators, tax professionals, and aviation management companies, to help them effectively use the software for aviation tax tracking, reporting, and compliance.

Since joining Aviation CPAs in 2012, Shayne has played an integral role in the growth and development of Flight Tax Systems and its web-based aviation tax reporting platform. Her work combines technology, aviation tax, client support, and business development, giving her a practical understanding of both the challenges faced by business aircraft operators and the tax reporting requirements that support their operations. She also oversees marketing communications and strategic marketing initiatives for Aviation CPAs, an aviation-focused CPA firm serving clients throughout the United States and internationally.

Shayne is actively involved in the business aviation industry and regularly participates in NBAA tax conferences and other aviation industry events. She represents Aviation CPAs and Flight Tax Systems at NBAA conferences and exhibitions, where she works with clients, prospects, and other aviation professionals and stays current on developments affecting business aircraft owners and operators.

Shayne also serves on the Board of Directors of the Global Aircraft Dealers Association (GLADA) and is a member of its Marketing Committee. Through her involvement with GLADA, she contributes to initiatives focused on professional development, industry collaboration, and promoting high standards in the buying, selling, and leasing of business aircraft.

Prior to joining Aviation CPAs, Shayne spent nearly 15 years in the magazine publishing and marketing industries, holding leadership positions in circulation management, regional publishing, and marketing operations. Her background in marketing, communications, technology, and client relations continues to complement her work within the aviation industry.

Sonja Hill joined Aviation CPAs in 2022 and brings more than 20 years of experience in accounting, administration, office management, and client support. During her time with the firm, her role has expanded to include significant involvement in aviation tax reporting and direct support for the firm's clients.

Sonja works closely with clients and the tax team to gather, organize, and maintain information needed for accurate aviation tax reporting. A significant part of her role involves coordinating flight data, communicating with clients to obtain flight information, reviewing and organizing the data, and entering flight activity into the firm's aviation tax software. She helps ensure that flight information is complete and properly documented for use in tax reporting.

Sonja is also heavily involved in the coordination and preparation of state sales and use tax returns for aircraft owners and operators. She assists with gathering necessary information, maintaining client records, and supporting the tax team throughout the filing process. Her experience working with clients and the firm's aviation tax systems gives her a practical understanding of the information and documentation required to support aviation tax compliance.

In addition to her tax-related responsibilities, Sonja provides ongoing client and administrative support and assists with bookkeeping, tax return preparation, and other operational needs of the firm. She is often a point of contact for clients when information is needed, helping coordinate requests and keep the tax-reporting process moving efficiently.

Before joining Aviation CPAs, Sonja spent more than 20 years working in the accounting industry in administrative and office management roles.

Sonja holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix in Plantation, Florida.

Outside of work, Sonja enjoys arts and crafts, shooting pool, playing table tennis, sewing, hanging out and shopping with family, attending community events, attending church and conferences, and traveling.

A valued member of the team since January, 2014, Evelin manages administrative activities for the company's Fort Lauderdale facility. Among her many responsibilities include assisting with the preparation of tax returns and communicating regularly with tax clients regarding general details about their account.

She provides administrative support services to ensure efficiency and effectiveness within the office. In addition, Evelin manages all front desk activities, welcomes and greets visitors to the office, receives incoming phone calls and handles caller inquires. She is happy to help you in your dealings with the company and answer your questions.

Josh Hernandez serves as Sales Executive for Flight Tax Systems (FTS), the proprietary aviation tax software division of Aviation CPAs. He works with aircraft owners, operators, aviation management companies, tax professionals, and other aviation organizations to introduce them to FTS and help them determine how the software can support their aircraft tax reporting and compliance needs.

Josh brings over 20 years of experience in aviation, technology, and business-to-business sales. His career began in the aviation industry with Skytech Aviation and continued through roles with OWL Aerospace, Embraer, ATC (Argo Turboserve Corporation), and 316 Aviation Company. He later expanded his experience in software and technology sales and customer success with ACES Systems, Ultimate Software, Chetu, and Skyways Technics.

At FTS, Josh works closely with prospective and existing clients throughout the sales process, providing product information, coordinating demonstrations, and helping clients understand the software's capabilities and potential applications. His background in both aviation and SaaS technology gives him a practical understanding of the operational and business considerations involved in evaluating aviation software.

Josh also represents Flight Tax Systems and Aviation CPAs at industry events and conferences, including NBAA-BACE, the NBAA Tax, Regulatory & Risk Management Conferences, and the NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conferences. He regularly connects with aviation professionals and tax practitioners to stay informed about industry needs and share information about FTS.

Josh is relationship-oriented and takes a straightforward approach to working with clients and industry professionals. He enjoys connecting with people throughout the aviation community and helping them identify practical solutions for managing their aircraft tax reporting requirements.