Bryan Powrozek, CPA, CGMA

Partner, Wipfli Advisory LLC

Location: Detroit, MI
Contact: +1 248 208 8860
Email: bryan.powrozek@wipfli.com

Bryan Powrozek is a partner in the firm’s manufacturing, retail and distribution group. He uses his engineering background to support the manufacturing and system integration industry — including project management for research and experimentation tax credits and accounting services for domestic and international clients. Known for making complex issues easy for clients to understand, Bryan is skilled at anticipating and addressing the needs of business owners during all phases of growth.

Tax services for businesses
R&D tax credits

Certified Public Accountant
Chartered Global Management Accountant
Six Sigma Green Belt

Automation Alley
Control System Integrators Association
Association for Advancing Automation
Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

University of Michigan

Bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering

University of Detroit Mercy

Master of business administration degree

Oakland University

Post-master certificate in accounting

INDUSTRY EXPERTISE

Distribution Manufacturing

SERVICES

Tax

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
America Now Has an EV Rust Belt. High Gas Prices Won’t Rescue It. (opens in new tab)
Publication: The Wall Street Journal
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Navigating M&A Trends in Industrial Automation: What Industry Leaders Should Know (opens in new tab)
Publication: Control System Integrators Association
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
New Tax Law Aids Industry (opens in new tab)
Publication: Cutting Tool Engineering Magazine

Latest case studies, resources, and insights

ARTICLE | AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING
Why it’s time to move on from your old automotive product development cycle
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ARTICLE | AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING
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Learn how automotive manufacturers can layer manufacturing tax incentives to improve cash flow and fund innovation without overextending capital growth.
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ARTICLE | AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING
Is reshoring actually happening? Here’s what automotive supply manufacturers should know.
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Speed can help your automotive smart factory deliver ROI through faster decisions and fewer quality escapes. Read the article to help accelerate your results.
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How automotive suppliers can drive profits in a challenging market
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ARTICLE | AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING
Consumers say it’s a bad time to buy a car. How is this affecting automotive suppliers?
Automotive suppliers are confronting affordability challenges fueled by consumer frustrations over vehicle prices, shifting EV demands and chronic supply chain issues. What should you know?
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ARTICLE | AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING
How smarter inventory management strategies can help auto parts suppliers protect their margins
Can smarter inventory management strategies help automotive suppliers protect profit margins amid uncertainty? Here’s how this strategy can help strengthen your business.
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ARTICLE | MANUFACTURING
Keeping up in Colorado: What in-state manufacturers need to know about R&D tax rules
In 2025, new state and federal R&D tax rules took effect — creating fresh opportunities for Colorado manufacturers to lower their R&D costs. What do you need to know?
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Discover how CFOs are navigating uncertainty with smarter scenario planning, tech modernization and stronger workforce strategies in our new executive insight.
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ARTICLE | MANUFACTURING
Changes to tax law in 2025 offer new R&D opportunities for Michigan manufacturers
In 2025, new state and federal R&D tax rules took effect — creating fresh opportunities for Michigan manufacturers to lower their R&D costs. What do you need to know?
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 54: Policy in motion: Building agility amid tariff and tax uncertainty
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast featuring Mike Devereux and Omar Nashashibi from Inside Beltway as we discuss the complex world of tariffs and tax legislation.
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ARTICLE | MANUFACTURING
Industrial automation M&A: Finding value in uncertainty
Explore industrial automation M&A opportunities in 2025, from AI to mid-market deals, and how firms are navigating uncertainty to drive value.
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 53: Tariffs and business planning in times of uncertainty
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast featuring Cara Walton for a discussion on business planning in times of uncertainty and the importance of agility in business strategies.
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 50: Valuation insights for your business
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast featuring Chris Volz from Wipfli for a discussion on the importance of understanding both internal and external factors that affect a business's value
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 49: Cybersecurity Tips for Manufacturers
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast featuring Tom Wojcinski, partner at Wipfli, and Jim Peterson, principal solutions advisor at ConnectWise to learn about the importance of cybersecurity for manufacturers.
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 47: Exploring Manufacturing Opportunities with AMT
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast featuring Mary Cecile Neville and Chris Chidzik from The Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) to hear what the manufacturing market looks like, where it's headed and what's to come at IMTS 2024.
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 46: The Power of Purpose-Driven Businesses
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast featuring Dirk Beveridge from We Supply America and Ashley Martin from NIBCO to learn how businesses can be a force for good by focusing on legacy, longevity and love.
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PODCAST | MANUFACTURING
Episode 45: Making an Impact in North American Manufacturing
Listen to this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast to learn how the right providers can help make a positive impact in North American manufacturing, and why industry knowledge is key.
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ARTICLE | DISTRIBUTION
Inventory optimization creates expanded working capital
Improving inventory management can have a major effect on your business’s bottom line. Learn some of the most important considerations for inventory optimization.
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Bryan Powrozek, CPA, CGMA

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America Now Has an EV Rust Belt. High Gas Prices Won’t Rescue It. (opens in new tab)

Navigating M&A Trends in Industrial Automation: What Industry Leaders Should Know (opens in new tab)

New Tax Law Aids Industry (opens in new tab)

Why it’s time to move on from your old automotive product development cycle

Manufacturing tax incentives: Turn activity into cash flow

Is reshoring actually happening? Here’s what automotive supply manufacturers should know.

Move from bottlenecks to innovation breakthroughs with supply chain speed

Why speed is the missing link in automotive smart factory ROI

How automotive suppliers can drive profits in a challenging market

Consumers say it’s a bad time to buy a car. How is this affecting automotive suppliers?

How smarter inventory management strategies can help auto parts suppliers protect their margins

Keeping up in Colorado: What in-state manufacturers need to know about R&D tax rules

What innovative CFOs are prioritizing

Changes to tax law in 2025 offer new R&D opportunities for Michigan manufacturers

Episode 54: Policy in motion: Building agility amid tariff and tax uncertainty

Industrial automation M&A: Finding value in uncertainty

Episode 53: Tariffs and business planning in times of uncertainty

Episode 50: Valuation insights for your business

Episode 49: Cybersecurity Tips for Manufacturers

Episode 47: Exploring Manufacturing Opportunities with AMT

Episode 46: The Power of Purpose-Driven Businesses

Episode 45: Making an Impact in North American Manufacturing

Inventory optimization creates expanded working capital