Meet Our Team

Brendon Pierson is the founder of BRENDON PIERSON, INC, established in 1987.  He is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, Personal Financial Specialist and Investment Advisor Representative.  He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Financial Planning Association.  Brendon graduated from Fordham University College of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.  Brendon also graduated from the College of Financial Planning. He is an avid golfer.

Daniel Merker is a Certified Public Accountant and an Investment Advisor Representative, Series 7, 63 and 65 Licensed. He is a member of the AICPA and NJSCPA. Daniel graduated from Moravian College with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. He is currently pursuing an MS in Taxation. Daniel enjoys fishing and boating.

Katie Horrocks is a Certified Public Accountant and Financial Services Coordinator. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants. Katie graduated from The Joseph A. Sellinger S.J. School of Business and Management at Loyola University Maryland with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and from The Leon Hess Business School at Monmouth University with a Masters of Business Administration in Finance.

Amanda Pierson is the Office Manager of BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She is recognized as a PAFM by the CPA Firm Management Association and has earned her CPP designation from the American Payroll Association. Amanda enjoys gardening and walking her Pekingese on the beach.

Kevin Fabiano is a CPA Candidate. He graduated from Monmouth University with a Bachelors in Business Administration in Accounting. Kevin enjoys spending time with family and friends, the beach, and motorsports.

Jill Santucci is an Accountant. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Richard Stockton College. She enjoys spending time with her family, baking and basketball.

Racquel Meizongo is an Accountant at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from New Jersey City University. She is currently pursuing her CPA license. She enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and going to concerts. 

Fausto Diaz is a Certified Public Accountant at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. He has over 10 years of experience in private industry and public accounting. He graduated from Kean University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. In his spare time, Fausto enjoys reading, spending time with his wife and kids, and exploring astronomy

Peggy Pierson is the Director of Marketing at Brendon Pierson, Inc.  She is also a Registered Representative, Series 7 and Series 63 Licensed. She holds Life and Health Insurance Producer Licenses with the State of New Jersey. She is a graduate of Rutgers University. Her hobbies include reading, triathlons and golf.

Stephanie is a Financial Services Assistant and Client Operations Coordinator at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. Stephanie graduated from the D’Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.  Outside of the office, Stephanie enjoys going to the beach and refining her culinary skills.

Jennifer Christopher is a Financial Services Assistant. She has over 20 years experience in the Financial Services industry, with an extensive background in client care and customer service. Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and friends and playing on the beach with her dog.

Sarah Clarity is a Bookkeeper at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She has extensive experience working with small business clients. Her hobbies include reading, cooking and spending time with friends and family.

April Burrows is a Payroll and Logistics Specialist for Brendon Pierson, Inc. and has received her Fundamentals of Payroll Certification with the American Payroll Association. She has several years experience working in the automotive industry and in customer service. In her spare time she enjoys working on home projects and spending time with her family and dogs.

Tina Albano is the Assistant Marketing Director at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She is also a Solutions Consultant who specializes in Payroll and Workforce Management products. Tina has extensive experience in graphic design and customer service.  She has an artistic background and continues to exhibit her artwork at galleries throughout the Metropolitan area.

Linda is an Accountant/Bookkeeper at BRENDON PIERSON, INC., and plans on pursing her CPA license. Linda recently graduated from Rutgers Business school, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. In her free time, she enjoys camping, going to the beach, and hanging out with friends.

Judith Regan is a Bookkeeper at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University. Judith has several years of experience working with small business owners in the restaurant industry. In her free time she enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling.

Marian Klimas is a Bookkeeper and Customer Service Representative. She attended the Institute of Technology in Athlone, Ireland. She was a Technician Member of the Royal Institute Chartered Surveyors and an Associate in the New Jersey Society Professional Land Surveyors. Marian enjoys kayaking, hiking and traveling.

Chris is an Accountant at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a minor in Finance from Georgian Court University. Christine has over ten years of experience in both public and private accounting. In her spare time, she enjoys fishing, reading, baking, and spending time with her family.

Sally is an Accounting and Financial Services Assistant at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She graduated cum laude from Monmouth University’s School of Business Administration. Sally has over 20 years of business experience working for both small companies and large corporations. She takes pride in providing superior client service at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. In her spare time, Sally enjoys gardening, fishing, and spending time with her family here at the Jersey Shore.

Gabriele Bautronyte is a Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. Gabriele is majoring in Forensic Accounting at SNHU and also studies American Sign Language. She also holds a New Jersey Real Estate License. Gabriele is committed to professionalism and providing phenomenal customer service. In her free time, Gabriele likes to spend time with family, reading, and swimming at the beach.

Laura Van Pelt is a Payroll Specialist at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. Laura has experience aiding in the management of small businesses. Laura is also a strong believer in the power of positive thinking in the workplace. When Laura is not at work she is usually spending time with friends and family. She also enjoys her long walks with her dog and baking delicious treats.

Erica Pierson is the Marketing Assistant at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. Erica graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from LIM College. She is a certified Yoga Instructor and Reiki Practitioner. For Erica every day is about cultivating bliss and exploring the endless possibilities that life has to offer. She believes in living a life full of compassion, love and kindness.

Ellen Wallo is a Bookkeeper at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In her spare time she enjoys writing, drawing, and cooking.

Camilla McCoy-Thompson is a Client Services/Reception Specialist at BRENDON PIERSON, INC., and has been putting smiles on clients' faces in similar roles for 25 years.  Outside of her role at BRENDON PIERSON, INC., Cammy enjoys part-time product demonstration for various retail stores. Her other favorite pastimes include cooking and spending time with her family.

Giana Tankersley is an Administrative Assistant at BRENDON PIERSON, INC. She has vast experience working with businesses, as well as many years experience volunteering in different capacities with different organizations. In her free time she enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends.