Scott Peck
Managing Partner
Scott is a graduate of UNM’s Anderson School of Management and has over 25 years-experience in public accounting. He is a licensed certified public accountant in New Mexico. His expertise lies in both assurance (compilation, review, audit, and attestation services) and tax services. His practice includes clients in a variety of industries including construction, nonprofit, family-owned businesses, universities, and retail. Scott is a member of both AICPA and NMSCPA. In his free time, he enjoys running.
Donna Peace
Partner
Donna is a graduate of Texas A&M University and has practiced public accounting for over 25 years. She has worked for both local and national CPA firms and is certified in New Mexico and Texas. Her expertise includes audit, review, tax, and accounting services for nonprofit, construction, and other small business clients. Donna is the former Chair of the New Mexico Peer Review Committee and received the AICPA’s 2009 "Women to Watch" award. She is a member of AICPA and NMSCPA. In her free time, she enjoys running and baking.
Jim Van Der Geest
Director
Jim obtained a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of New Mexico and has spent 40+ years in public accounting. He was a partner with an Albuquerque, NM firm before joining MP Group. His practice includes clients in a variety of industries including construction, family-owned businesses, manufacturing, and nonprofits. Jim is a member of both AICPA and NMSCPA.
Devin Van Der Geest
Manager
Devin obtained a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of New Mexico in 2011. He has spent fifteen years in public accounting, gaining experience in financial accounting, attestation, and taxation. Devin has developed a particular interest in attestation. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, and eating good food.
Chad Smith
Manager
Chad is a graduate of UNM’s Anderson School of Management with an MBA and has over six years of experience in public accounting. He has worked for national CPA firms and is a licensed certified public accountant in New Mexico. Chad’s expertise lies in tax compliance for businesses and individuals, as well as corporate audit and tax provisions. He is a member of AICPA and NMSCPA. In his free time, he enjoys coaching high school baseball, having been a former UNM player.
